Morwell Parkside Motel

Morwell Parkside Motel sits on Princes Drive in Morwell, in the middle of the Latrobe Valley, and it is one of the handful of motels in Gippsland that names its pet rooms outright rather than quietly allowing dogs on request. That makes it a reliable overnight or last-minute stop with the dog on the highway run.

Dogs at the Parkside

The motel lists a designated Deluxe Queen Room (Pet Friendly) on its own booking site, which is exactly the room type to ask for. Listings report dogs of any size are accepted, with an additional pet fee usually charged per stay; the amount is not published, so confirm it with the motel. Pet-friendly rooms are limited, so book them by phone rather than hoping an online booking carries the request through. Ring on 03 5134 3366 or email the motel to lock in the pet room and confirm the fee and any conditions for your dates.

The motel

There are 18 units, most on the ground floor, all with reverse-cycle air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, ensuites and kettles, with free off-street parking that takes larger vehicles and trailers. A guest BBQ area, on-site laundry and room-serviced breakfast round out the practical side. Reviewers keep naming the same strengths: comfortable beds, quiet rooms and welcoming owners who handle last-minute bookings without fuss. Morwell railway station is a couple of minutes' walk, and the Centenary Rose Garden and Latrobe Regional Gallery are close by.

Out with the dog

For exercise, Toners Lane Dog Park is Morwell's own fenced dog park, and Traralgon Dog Park is another option up the highway. MugLife Espresso & Juice Bar sorts the morning coffee.

More Gippsland options are on the VIC dog-friendly stays list, with local notes on the Morwell destination guide.