Scotty's Motel

Scotty's Motel sits on Nottage Terrace in Medindie, about four kilometres north of the Adelaide CBD, and it earns its place on a dog owner's shortlist for one reason: dogs are allowed to stay inside the room with you, in designated pet-friendly rooms. It is a straightforward, functional motel rather than a resort, which suits travellers who just need their dog with them at a fair price.

Dogs at the Scotty's Motel

Pet-friendly rooms are available on request only, so you need to contact the motel in advance rather than booking a standard room online. The motel does not publish size limits or pet fees, so confirm both directly when you book. Once settled, there is a grassy area on the property for a leg-stretch without leaving the grounds, and dogs staying in-room saves the crate-in-the-car routine.

The vibe

Rooms come with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, small fridges and microwaves, and reviewers consistently mention comfortable beds and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere. The motel also keeps a seasonal outdoor pool and free on-site parking, and it has a reputation as a practical pick for short-notice and emergency stays, useful when a trip turns unplanned.

Getting there and parking

The motel is at 1 Nottage Terrace, Medindie, minutes off the main road into the city with free car parking on site. Buses run into the CBD nearby, and Adelaide Oval and the parklands are a short drive or a decent walk south.

Close by with the dogs

For off-lead exercise, North Adelaide Fenced Dog Park is the nearest secure run and William Lawson Park Dog Park in Prospect is another enclosed option to the north. For coffee with the dog alongside, Fare Square and Fika.Adl in North Adelaide are both close.

More options are on the South Australia pet friendly stays guide and the Medindie destination page.