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Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Bairnsdale with free parking

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Enjoy al fresco dining and relaxation in this serene patio area with a table, chairs, and barbecue grill.
Standalone building with a brick facade, surrounded by lush landscaping.
Stroll through the beautifully maintained garden, surrounded by lush trees and shrubs.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, a comfortable sofa, and a convenient nightstand.
Kitchen features a stainless steel sink, dishwasher, and microwave oven.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug

Room options

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Relax in this inviting space with a large bed, sofa, and small table.

Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Enjoy a restful stay in this cozy room featuring a comfortable bed, desk, and dining area.

Queen and Single (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Relax in this cozy space with a sofa, table, and television, surrounded by a brick wall and natural light.

2 Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, compact desk area, and kitchenette.

King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, sofa, and wooden nightstand, featuring a framed picture and patterned bedspread.

Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bathtub, and kitchenette.

Spa Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
335 Main St, Bairnsdale, VIC, 3875

What's nearby

  • St Mary's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bairnsdale Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nicholson St. Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pepper's Fish & Chips & Takeaway - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kim Long - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jax Bakery Cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale

Motel near St Mary's Catholic Church
Located close to Bairnsdale Historical Museum and Bairnsdale Regional Health Service, Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale provides a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage, gas grills and a nature reserve
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale include perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM on weekends; AUD 4.50 to 45 for adults and AUD 4.50 to 45 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1984
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Tuesday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Monday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 4.50 to 45.00 for adults and AUD 4.50 to 45.00 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale
Colonial Motor Bairnsdale
Golden Chain Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale
Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale Motel
Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale Bairnsdale
Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale Motel Bairnsdale

Frequently asked questions

Is Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

As of 5 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale on 10 Aug 2025 start from NZ$161.91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale located?

Situated in the suburbs, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of St Mary's Catholic Church, Bairnsdale Regional Health Service and Bairnsdale Historical Museum. Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre and East Gippsland Rail Trail are also within 2 mi (3 km). Bairnsdale Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 294 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 294 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 294 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 294 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 294 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manoshayini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff with easy check in, a convenient location to stop on a road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

Exceptional motel, the team do everything possible to make tthe stay perfect. Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Lorrae

Hotel had everything we needed plus a few nice touches
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet, considering it’s on the main road. Short flat walk into restaurants, bars and cafes. Friendly staff on check in and check out. Comfortable bed and everything works. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect stop on a road trip. Clean and convenient. The kids loved the in-room breakfast and mini-bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host, comfortable, clean room. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and convenient. Very friendly reception and easy check in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend . Extremely clean and lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved that there was a BBQ area, with a nice gas grill, table and sink. The property also provided a washer and dryer. Property had lovely flowers and was well cared for.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

RORY

The motel was close to city was well looked after very clean and roomy if ever back in Bairnsdale I’ll be stopping here but won’t book through HOTELS.com
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tahnee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and super close to shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Marrianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Motel was better than I had expected. Staff extremely helpful & determined to make our stay a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth a stopover when in Bairnsdale.

Small quiet place on the way out of town. With clean rooms comfortable bed and great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice place to stay. Very clean, comfortable and great management.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception, room was spotless and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable, nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff. Well appointed room and facilities, comfortable, clean and conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

JASON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place.

Really good stay. Friendly staff and clean spacious room. Plates & Crockery which was a nice surprise. Definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms quite large, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was everything one would expect from a great country motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023