Sandhurst Motel

Sandhurst Motel is a dog-friendly motel at 1325 Frankston-Dandenong Road in Carrum Downs, taking dogs in designated rooms for a modest nightly fee. With free on-site parking, a pool and a 2-bedroom cabin among the options, it works as a practical base on Melbourne's outer south-east, close to Frankston and the bayside beaches.

Dogs at the Sandhurst Motel

Dogs are welcome in designated pet-friendly rooms, and booking listings indicate dogs of any size are accepted, with reviewers frequently calling out how accommodating the motel is for guests travelling with pets. Cats and other pets are generally not permitted. Expect a fee of about AUD 15 per dog per night according to Expedia and Trip.com, and request a pet room at the time of booking rather than assuming one is free on arrival. Service animals are exempt from the fee.

Guests with dogs mention roomy setups and grassy space near the property for quick toilet breaks, with a gated setup helping between the car and the room. Confirm when booking whether dogs can be left unattended in the room.

The place

Rooms are air-conditioned with mini-fridges, microwaves and tea and coffee makers, and there is a 2-bedroom cabin option for longer stays. On-site facilities include an outdoor pool (which has occasionally been closed for maintenance, so check ahead if it matters), barbecue facilities, coin-operated laundry and free self-parking at the door. Reviewers score it well for comfy beds, water pressure and friendly reception staff.

Getting there and out with the dog

The motel sits on the Frankston-Dandenong Road strip, close to the Carrum Downs shopping precinct and a short drive from Seaford and Frankston beaches. For off-lead time, Sandfield Reserve Fenced Dog Park and the Banyan Reserve off-leash area are both nearby, and Frankie's Coffee and Eats covers the morning coffee run. More options are on the Carrum Downs destination page and in the VIC stays index.