Orana Windmill Motel

3.5 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Gilgandra motel

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Deluxe King Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Free self parking
Free self parking
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
36 Warren Road Oxley Highway, Gilgandra, NSW, 2827
  • The Hitchen House Military Museum
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • McGrane Oval & Sports Complex
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Gilgandra Showgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Family Unit

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Lounge

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Gilgandra

In Gilgandra .At this motel, you'll be steps from Gilgandra Library and Hunter Park. The Hitchen House Military Museum and Clarice Scholz Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hunter Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Gilgandra Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Hitchen House Military Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • McGrane Oval & Sports Complex - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gilgandra Showgrounds - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Dubbo, NSW (DBO) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gilgandra Services Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 41 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Johnson's Family Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lah Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪101 Fine Dining - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Orana Windmill Motel

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3.5-star Gilgandra motel
Orana Windmill Motel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at Orana Windmill Motel. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Gilgandra motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Orana Windmill Motel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9:30 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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, and debit cards. 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Orana Windmill
Orana Windmill Gilgandra
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Orana Windmill Motel to the airport?

Orana Windmill Motel is 43.9 mi (46-min drive) away from the Dubbo, NSW (DBO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Orana Windmill Motel?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orana Windmill Motel on May 30, 2025 start from $63.49, 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 Orana Windmill Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Orana Windmill Motel.

Does Orana Windmill Motel offer free breakfast?

Orana Windmill Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Orana Windmill Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Orana Windmill Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Orana Windmill Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Orana Windmill Motel have a pool?

Orana Windmill Motel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Orana Windmill Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Orana Windmill Motel to downtown Gilgandra?

Orana Windmill Motel is 3.4 mi away from Gilgandra.

Orana Windmill Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 342 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 342 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 342 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 342 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 342 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Mel

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

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spent two nights there this weekend. The lady at reception was extremely helpful, even brought ice to our room for drinks!! always smiling and the staff were all so friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease of check in.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice spot to stay. Lovely staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan, Windsor

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, good location to walk to the Main Street. Comfy beds, great water pressure. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Unexpected stopover

Unexpected stop due to car troubles lovely people made us welcome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our friendly hosts had the AC already on when we arrived! To walk in to a room in the low 20's from an outside in the high30's was a beautiful shock. Good showers, comfy bed. Great value too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great motel, central to CBD, free laundry with washer and dryer, bbq area and pool .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly polite staff. clean rooms and linen.very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Debralee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Carmel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were very friendly, unfortunately limited dining or takeaway after hours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quite movement of visitors going out of complex.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel under new management.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with clean rooms and walkable distance to the town
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lyall

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

6/10 Okay

Jeannie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Pros - lovely lady on reception. Clean sheets. Handy to town. Cons - terrible mattress. Thick layer of dust on the air conditioner. Loud truck noise from Highway all night. Tissues and toiletries empty in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roger, Katoomba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly greeting at reception. Clean and tidy room. No complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

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

8/10 Good

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Close to main part of town and easy flat walking distance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francis

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

6/10 Okay

Robin

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is ready for an upgrade
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

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