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Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near St Mary's Catholic Church

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Spa Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
2 Bedroom Family | In-room dining
Garden
Property amenity

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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335 Main St, Bairnsdale, VIC, 3875
  • Place, St Mary's Catholic Church
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bairnsdale Historical Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Queen Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen and Single (Twin) | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen and Single (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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2 Bedroom Family | Living area | 40-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player

2 Bedroom Family

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Spa Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Spa Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bairnsdale

In suburbs.You'll find St Mary's Catholic Church and Bairnsdale Regional Health Service within a 15-minute walk of this Bairnsdale motel. Bairnsdale Historical Museum and Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • St Mary's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bairnsdale Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nicholson St. Gallery - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Classique Café - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Grand Terminus Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale

3.5-star motel near St Mary's Catholic Church
As a guest of Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale also features room service (during limited hours), express check-out, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free.

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

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1984
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. 40-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite 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

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

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 available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day.

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 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

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
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
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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale to the airport?

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale is 187 mi (211-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale.

Does Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 4.50 and 45.00 for adults, AUD 4.50 and 45.00 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale have a pool?

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale does not have a pool.

Does Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale to downtown Bairnsdale?

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale is 0.3 mi away from Bairnsdale.

Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 311 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 311 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 311 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 311 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 311 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra, Belmont

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not my first stay at the Colonial Motor Inn, and it definitely won't be my last.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olabisi

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room. Very comfy bed. Quiet location. Debbie was lovely to deal with and easily organised late check-in for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly welcoming staff made us feel at home. Room very well appointed clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haleem

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

Great place to stay

Another comfortable stay. Very nice and convenient. Good amenities and lovely staff. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

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

Great place to stay

Lovely clean hotel with nicely appointed rooms. Easy to locate on the A1. Beds were comfortable but lots of road noise spoiling a very nice stay. The owner was extremely friendly and obliging. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely comfortable king size bed with an electric blanket.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are clean and comfortable with great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very good, comfortable Motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and well equipped. Greated with a warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Manoshayini

Traveled with family and small children
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

Sean

Business traveler
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

Mark

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

Verified traveler

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

Varinder

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with partner
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

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked to whole experience, only the continuous traffic noise was only downer of the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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