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Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ararat motel

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Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils
Executive Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Property entrance
Free self parking
Queen Plus Single Room | Television

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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96 High Street, Ararat, VIC, 3377
  • Ararat Former Town Hall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Gum San Chinese Heritage Center
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Plus Single Room | In-room dining

Queen Plus Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Queen Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 645 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Ararat

In Ararat .Your stay at this Ararat motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre and Ararat Former Town Hall. Also, Alexandra Gardens Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Kokoda Park is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ararat Former Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alexandra Gardens Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gum San Chinese Heritage Center - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chalambar Golf Club - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Ararat Station - 2 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sede Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sicilians Restaurant & Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vines Cafe & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ararat motel
Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offers its guests express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Ararat motel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offers 9 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ararat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10.50 to 30 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10.5 to 30 per person
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn to the airport?

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn is 124.7 mi (135-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

As of Aug 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn on Aug 30, 2025 start from $83.49, excluding 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.

Does Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn.

Does Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 10.5 and 30 per person. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

Is there free parking at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn have a pool?

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn to downtown Ararat?

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn is 0.3 mi away from Ararat.

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
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Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness of the place and the polite staff. Over very happy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly. I have had a great stay here, it’s quiet and it close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian R

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
While the unit and facilities were excellent, the close proximity to the main road meant continuous heavy truck noise throughout the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and rsl had a nice meal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well laid out and the staff were more then helpful - the full breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Judith

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

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel has been around for ever. The rooms look like they have had an upgrade and are very comfortable. I wasn't a fan of the large square shower outlet but plenty of room in the bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Towels replaced for our second of the 2 nights,that was nice. Our room had a full verandah and was great as it rained all day. half the rooms dont have this option so be careful when selecting. The room had good glasses but small mugs. Had knifes, forks and spoons. Plates but only a small microwave. No other cooking was allowed. There is a RSL club and a couple of pubs all in walking distance. Right in town but on the main road. Id does have I think Triple glazed windows that kept most of the road noise out. Easy in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was well managed beautiful owners who could not do enough for you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good motel

We found the hotel very clean and very quiet, well pointed room, had every thing we needed, bathroom very large and good hotwater and shower. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly and easy checkin, located near dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Yarraville

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for train travellers, easy walk to the shopping area and local places to eat. Excellently clean bathroom & room space. I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pooria

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very clean and neat, the room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff were lovely people. Very happy with my stay and will definitely stay here again if I come back to Ararat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great Value

Great little Motel in Ararat. Room was very clean and bed very comfortable. All linen and towels very clean and great location with most things within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

10/10 Excellent

sharyn

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

Very Comfy& quiet

Very comfortable, very quiet for a main road. .spacious. Everything we needed and more for a country weekeend away. Bed was amazing. Heater also perfect. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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