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Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star motel near St Mary's Catholic Church

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A two-story building with a red roof, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a parking area.
A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with a red blanket, a white bathtub, and a small bedside table with a lamp and a vase.
A patio with a table and chairs, a barbecue grill, and potted plants.
A two-story house with a red roof, a brick exterior, and a small front yard with a lawn and a few trees.
A room with a wooden table and chairs, a bed with a brick wall in the background, and a door leading to another room.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 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 Historical Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a couch, and a brick wall.

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, a kitchenette, and a television.

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a grey sofa, and a small wooden table.

Queen Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchenette, and a TV mounted on the wall.

King Room

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Queen and Single (Twin)

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with chairs.

Family

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

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A room with a brick wall, a sofa, a table, and a television.

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
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a brick wall, a large bed with a red blanket, a white bathtub, and a small bedside table with a lamp and a vase.

Spa Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • McLeod's Morass Wildlife Reserve - 14 min walk - 0.8 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

  • ‪The Grand Terminus Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Oz Mex - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Bairnsdale RSL - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mitchell River Tavern - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Cafe - ‬16 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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.

Property class

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 182.7 mi (208-min drive) away from the Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Motor Inn Bairnsdale on Aug 30, 2026 start from $92, 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.

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. 245 out of 327 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 327 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 327 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 327 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 327 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff words great good Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great , staff was wonderful, definitely will be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SHARON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely helpful & room modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped and very clean room and just a quick walk to food and the shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large clean room with a retro style. Very pleasant and resourceful staff. The bed was also very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

esme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Good amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peter

Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms . Helpful staff that care
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Had everything we needed, was quiet and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cleanliness of room exceptional. Would rate this motel very highly in motels I’ve stayed in , perhaps best
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very good, comfortable Motel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

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

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accomodation. Having stayed hundreds of nights in motels with work and holidays this the best motel we have stayed at. Need say more!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
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10/10 Excellent

Lyndy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great - owners, room, service and friendliness. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

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

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