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Childers Gateway Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Childers with free parking

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed
The Childers Gateway Motor Inn offers a peaceful retreat with its garden and outdoor pool complete with sun loungers. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi connection and the helpful staff receives consistently positive reviews from previous visitors.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Heating
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 38 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
2 Butchers Road, Childers, QLD, 4660

What's nearby

  • Snakes Downunder Reptile Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Palace Backpackers Memorial - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Old Pharmacy - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Childers Art Space - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Vintner's Secret Vineyard - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Howard Station - 27 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Insane Caffeine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mollydookers Cafe and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Apple Tree Creek Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kape Centro Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Childers Gateway Motor Inn

Property highlights
Childers Gateway Motor Inn provides amenities, such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Childers Gateway Motor Inn include thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and separate dining areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate dining areas, communal kitchens and fridges

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.65 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (8 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (2 PM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.00 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.00 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.65 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Childers Gateway Motor Inn
Childers Gateway Motor
Childers Gateway Motor Inn Motel
Childers Gateway Motor Inn Childers
Childers Gateway Motor Inn Motel Childers

Frequently asked questions

Does Childers Gateway Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Childers Gateway Motor Inn?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Childers Gateway Motor Inn on 20 Sept 2025 start from NZ$188.26, 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.

Is Childers Gateway Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Childers Gateway Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Childers Gateway Motor Inn?

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 Childers Gateway Motor Inn?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Childers Gateway Motor Inn located?

Situated in Childers, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Palace Backpackers Memorial, Childers Art Space and Old Pharmacy. Hill of Promise Estate Winery and Vintner's Secret Vineyard are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Childers Gateway Motor Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 284 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great managers, always smiling and asking if we need anything, excellent central kitchen facilities, far enough from town but not too far
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ernest

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very good, The staff were friendly the position was ideal we will be staying again next time we are travelling.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room and lovely comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The great travel through motel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The showers in the room were brilliant , will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely start. Will start again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke

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

Welcoming and comfortable.

Very comfy beds, welcoming staff, clean and convenient. Childers is a delightful little town and this is a great base to explore from. Would stay again here for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room size was great. Very comfortable beds. Staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy room. Easy access and good size parks for the vehicles. Handy drinks and snacks available from reception and easy early check out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and despite my very late arrival, they were more than happy to help me out and make my check in quick and easy. Will definitely stay again. Very comfortable beds and convenient parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff and a very good bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Visiting an old friend

Check in was quick,staff friendly. Quiet location. Short drive into Childers for restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thought the guest kitchen was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room was good bathroom great will be back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, clean and well-presented room, will definitely use again in the future.

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Freindly Staff, Quiet Clean Room

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what we were after for an overnight stay. Very friendly & helpful manager. Resonably priced, updated, clean & comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Close to main Rd but quiet. Short drive into Childers.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Found it very clean and the guy at reception was most friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay. Will definitely make this our half way stop over again. Room was clean, easy access from the highway. No traffic noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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