Goolwa Riverport Motel in the Fleurieu Peninsula sits at the entrance of the Murray River in historic town of Goolwa. This motel has 18 ground rooms rated 3 stars accommodation at budget prices. Accommodation at this Goolwa motel include - double, twin and family rooms, spa suites and rooms with disabled access facilities for guests with special needs.

This Goolwa Motel is nestled in a tranquil setting, surrounded by shaded lawned grounds. Only 20km of Victor Harbor, 5 minutes to Encounter Bay beaches and walking distance to the banks of the mighty Murray River.

Goolwa Riverport Motel has fully licensed restaurant (open every night) where guests can enjoy a good meal or take room service. Like a resort, Goolwa Riverport Motel guests can take a refreshing swim in our pool or try a game of tennis or volleyball. Golf and Coorong Cruise bookings are available and there is ample parking off street parking for cars and larger vehicles.

Goolwa Riverport Motel is a Member of Golden Chain Motels

Conference, Meeting Facilities and Licensed Restaurant in Goolwa:

Our restaurant is open to motel guests and the general public every night from 6 to 8pm. Our Function Room is excellent for Weddings or Conferences.

Things to See and Do in Goolwa:

Goolwa is a perfect location to explore the Fleurieu Peninsula: 30 minutes to Victor Harbor and the ferry to Kangaroo Island, five minutes to coastal beaches and you can walk from Riverport Motel to the mighty Murray River.

Goolwa was once a thriving river port, but now the boats carry tourist and its historic buildings have been restored as art galleries, accommodation houses and cafes. With both fresh and salt water, Goolwa is a mecca for boating enthusiasts, fishermen and swimmers alike. With a unique blend of historic attractions, fine food restaurants and stunning scenery, Goolwa is an ideal holiday location.

Take a ride on the famous Cockle Train to Victor Harbor or enjoy a paddle steamer ride along the Murray River. The railway line between Goolwa and Port Elliot was the first steel railway built in Australia and the horse drawn carriage can be viewed in the main street of Goolwa today.

The Coorong National Park is one of South Australia's best eco-experience locations. With an abundance of wildlife, Goolwa is the ideal place to set off for your Coorong Cruise. Visit the Mouth of the Murray River or the Lake Alexandrina area and see abundant bird life and marvel at this magnificent environment.

Finding Our Goolwa Motel

Goolwa is under an hour's drive south of Adelaide and there is always transport available with bus and coach services running regularly from Adelaide to Goolwa.

Our Motel is in the Adelaide Street Directory or can be found by following the signs from the main street of Goolwa (Cadell Street) - Riverport Motel is 3.5 kms from the main street. By car from Adelaide airport is approx 1 hour.

Buses leave Adelaide twice daily - trip takes approx 2 hours. We can provide free pick up from the main street of Goolwa upon request.