White Lanterns Motel

White Lanterns Motel is a budget motel at Miami, a short walk from the beach, that takes dogs in selected rooms. It suits owners after a simple, low-cost base near the coast rather than a polished stay, and the pet terms are workable if you sort them ahead of time.

The pet policy. Dogs up to 15 kg are accepted, one pet per stay. Pets stay free, but a refundable deposit of AUD $50 per stay applies (service animals are exempt from fees). Dogs are allowed in specific rooms only and must be supervised. You must contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival to arrange the pet stay. Confirm all of this at booking, as motel policies shift.

The place. It is a straightforward motel with a pool. Guest reviews are mixed, with value and location rated more highly than the rooms and bathrooms, so set expectations to basic.

Location and nearby. Miami sits mid Gold Coast, close to the beach and an easy run to the dog-friendly cafes along the Gold Coast Highway.

Before you book. Call ahead to confirm the pet room, the 15 kg limit and the deposit, and ask which room you will be placed in. Good for owners of one smaller dog who want a cheap, no-frills stay near the sand.

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