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Golden Reef Motor Inn

4.0 star property
4-star motel near Bendigo Club

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Front of property
Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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186 McIvor Road, Strathdale, VIC, 3550
  • Place, Bendigo Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bendigo East Bushland Reserve
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Weeroona
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite)

Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Bendigo

Strathdale stay.With a stay at this Strathdale motel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bendigo Club and 2 miles (3 km) of Bendigo Library. Also, Bendigo Art Gallery is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bendigo Botanic Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bendigo Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassy Flat Reservoir Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bendigo East Bushland Reserve - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Flora Hill Bushland Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Lake Weeroona - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bendigo Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edwards Providore - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bendigo Dumpling House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Reef Motor Inn

4-star motel near Bendigo Club
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Golden Reef Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Golden Reef Motor Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bendigo motel.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Golden Reef Motor Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • 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)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 20.0 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 20.0 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Reef Motor Inn to the airport?

Golden Reef Motor Inn is 2.5 mi (6-min drive) away from the Bendigo, VIC (BXG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Golden Reef Motor Inn.

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Golden Reef Motor Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn have a pool?

Golden Reef Motor Inn features an outdoor pool.

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Golden Reef Motor Inn to downtown Bendigo?

Golden Reef Motor Inn is 1.6 mi away from Bendigo.

Golden Reef Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 239 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and friendly staff. Nice and clean room. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. With great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinyao

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, considering the reasonable price. I love their cat Jessica, so sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Convenient

Attended a conference and this was easy walking to the event Beds comfy Nice choice of pillows Clean rooms Only one issue and that was noise The walls are very thin and I could hear every word from the next door room
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No dining room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was to a high standard we enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and defiantly would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite location about 3km outside of central Bendigo. Easy check in, very clean room with good linen and appliances that worked. Bathroom well fit, only thing I dont like are the low flow shower heads. Overall a very good motel and I would return when next staying in Bendigo. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay. Room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Great staff. Very clean & comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean room. Friendly and helpful hosts. Enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect for our 5 day stay… clean, secure and had everything we needed. Staff were friendly and accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable beds, fluffy towels, helpful manager. I would definitely recommend to others and stay again😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Amenities
Bed was very comfortable & room was very clean for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

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

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

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

8/10 Good

Stephen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to job I was doing and good location to the club.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024