Sometimes it's not about the accommodations themselves. Sometimes the overall feel of the place is…read morethe important thing; and the people are the final decider. The BW Sea Spray Motel was my home-away-from-home while working for an extended period just outside Merimbula. And by my second week, it really did feel like coming home. (A home where you could feed wild parakeets in the yard; have a beer with one of the hosts - who told great stories - and chat with other guests across balconies) Our hosts, Antoinette and Tony, made this place special. "Lovely people" is the term that fits best. Affable and outgoing, they became friends with most of our group. Saying goodbye on the last day was actually a little tough for me. As for the motel itself, the rooms themselves were clean and spacious, if a bit outdated (though they appear to be making rapid upgrades). Still, you'd be hard-pressed to find something better nearby. The accommodations were certainly good for the price, and I slept great here; which is KEY of course. Other services: -- Breakfast option to your room for a charge. Antoinette is a good cook -- Large DVD collection in the lobby for borrowing at will -- Laundry done for a cost (AUD 10) if you're lazy (I was) -- Wi-fi worked pretty well, with a few minor slowdowns during peak hours I occupied two different rooms during my stay, and each suffered only from minor issues (fussy water temp; one noisy fan; one burnt-out light bulb). My second room with a balcony and kitchenette was the best, offering a deck with nice views of the town and lake below. The deck became my go-to spot to hang with a beer after a long day. (Note: It was early summer in Oz). There's a chance I will be back to Merimbula someday for a second project. If so, I won't even bother looking elsewhere - I'd go back to the Sea Spray in a heartbeat. An easy choice.

Comfortable stay in Merimbula These are older style holiday…read moreapartments located just a short walk from the town centre. They are spacious, clean and very well equipped with kitchen and laundry facilities. We used the gas BBQ (which was very clean and had good heat), the small tennis court in the complex opposite Harbour Lights (run by the same people) and the pool. This is really good value for money!

Just like most motel in small town NSW, it's very basic. Doesn't even provide shampoo…read more Some room has no air cond so not sure if it is good for summer. Other than that, its clean, best location and the host very friendly. If you stay on third flood, you get a nice view of the lake from balcony. Highly recommended if you stay during cooler season but not sure when hot unless if you get air cond room.