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The Riversleigh

4.0 star property
4-star B&B near Nicholson St. Gallery

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Front of property - evening/night
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)
1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, electric kettle
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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1 Nicholson Street, Bairnsdale, VIC, 3875
  • Nicholson St. Gallery
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • East Gippsland Rail Trail
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe King with Spa | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King with Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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TV

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area | TV

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Queen | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Queen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale retreat .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nicholson St. Gallery and 2 miles (3 km) of Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre with a stay here. Koala Trail is within 12 miles (20 km) and Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre is within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nicholson St. Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St Mary's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bairnsdale Historical Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bairnsdale RSL - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bairnsdale Sporting and Convention Centre - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Riversleigh

4-star B&B near Nicholson St. Gallery
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The Riversleigh. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bairnsdale bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1885
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Riversleigh offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. This Bairnsdale bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Air conditioning
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The price is $113
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

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 property charges 1.05 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night.
  • 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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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 night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.05 percent

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riversleigh B&B Bairnsdale
Riversleigh Bairnsdale
Riversleigh
The Riversleigh an Ascend Member
The Riversleigh Bairnsdale
The Riversleigh Bed & breakfast
The Riversleigh Bed & breakfast Bairnsdale

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Riversleigh to the airport?

The Riversleigh is 188 mi (214-min drive) away from the Melbourne Airport (MEL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Riversleigh have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Riversleigh.

Does The Riversleigh offer free breakfast?

The Riversleigh offers free continental breakfast on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:00 AM and weekends between 8 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Riversleigh?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at The Riversleigh?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Riversleigh?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Riversleigh have a pool?

The Riversleigh does not have a pool.

Does The Riversleigh have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Riversleigh have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is The Riversleigh to downtown Bairnsdale?

The Riversleigh is 1.1 mi away from Bairnsdale.

The Riversleigh Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 184 out of 324 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 324 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 324 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 324 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 324 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No contact with staff - no reception office. All transaction done by phone or online. Building and public areas in terrible condition. Room was very drab and in a poor state. Overpriced for what was on offer. Two nights of hell. BEWARE.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Anita

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Great value for short stay

1 bedroom apartment was good for Our family of 2 adults and 2 kids but unfortunately sofa bed in the lounge Room is broken and terrible to sleep on. Needs to be replaced asap. Amenities were good and everything you need for a night away. Breakfast was good and something for everyone. Overall great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just lovely. Like a hug.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill ashall

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Needs to sort out access & better signage & lights

Arrived Good Friday and the reception wasnt manned and we were locked outside with no instructions how to access the hotel. I called the telphone number on the reception door inside (another couple let us in to the actual building but we were stuck in the hallway) a key code was then sent to us. This relied on having phone battery which I had been low on after travelling. They couldnt message be before hand as it was a UK number??? I found it alittle disconcerting and if I was a lone traveller I wouldnt have been happy. Also totally screwed if our phones disnt have signal/battery. I was in another annex and if you arrived in the dark then it didnt look part of the hotel. It needs lights, you litterally go through a shared carpark and through a garden gate. No signage or lights very very poor. Once inside the room it was quite nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to get into and close to Bairnsdale Oval where we needed to be.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was rather small as was the bathroom.. breakfast v good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Birgit

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It is a boutique hotel and very beautiful. We were disappointed with the hospitality as there we no people in reception and it was all closed off - you could only get to your room. Even though it said bar and restaurant, they were not open and we had to find somewhere else to eat. They served cold breakfast, which was nice. The yoghurt and croissants were amazing. Had the bar been open it would have been a totally different experience. Bairnsdale seemed pretty dead and hard to find somewhere to eat but we found a Thai restaurant around the corner from the hotel and that was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property with so much charm and character
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Claude

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Ann

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No reception. Grotty. Poorly maintained premises. Very small bathroom in suites. Cheap, damaged furniture. Frayed carpets.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

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

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Louise

Business traveler
Check in/out is digital with reception closed Being unable to access the main building directly from the out building was inconvenient. Digital door entry is problematic for some guests (I was woken overnight by a drunk couple yelling/swearing as they were unable to open the external door) Late complimentary breakfast on weekends which meant I was unable to partake due to timing of work commitments.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Seemed to not get first email with room and access codes. Had to chase it up.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melvyn

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

8/10 Good

Taylah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The message with the access code for the second room was truncated, however a staff member was pivotal to solve the situation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Gordon

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Huge thanks to the staff of this wonderful who went above and beyond to make our trip work
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

EVAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was very good. Close to shops, Walk along the river. Disappointing that the restaurant was closed but we ate at the Thai around the corner. Very good. We always find that the bed is too hot with a doona. Blankets are not as convenient but a lot more comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Talya

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024