The Buchanan 1894

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian guest house perfect for exploring Parkes

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Lobby
Front of property
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Luxury Apartment, Garden View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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41 Hill St, Parkes, NSW, 2870
  • Place, Memorial Hill Lookout
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bushmans Hill Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Parkes Showgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Apartment, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Suite, Courtyard View

  • 754 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Parkes

City center stay.Your stay at this Parkes guesthouse places you within a 10-minute walk of Memorial Hill Lookout and Bushmans Hill Reserve. Also, Cooke Park is within half a mile (1 km) and Parkes Showgrounds is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Memorial Hill Lookout - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cooke Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bushmans Hill Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parkes Showgrounds - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lachlan Health Service-Parkes Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Parkes Station - 15 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Parkes Services Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪French Taste Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paragon Cafe Parkes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Broadway Hotel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Buchanan 1894

3-star Victorian guest house perfect for exploring Parkes
As a guest of The Buchanan 1894, you'll find an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and a library. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Buchanan 1894 also features barbecue grills, a garden, and pool umbrellas. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of The Buchanan 1894 was completed in January 2024.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Parkes guesthouse.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1894
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Buchanan 1894 offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. This Parkes guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Books
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number PID-STRA-76178

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Buchanan 1894 to the airport?

The Buchanan 1894 is 3.9 mi (8-min drive) away from the Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Buchanan 1894?

As of Apr 18, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Buchanan 1894 on Apr 19, 2026 start from $161, 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 The Buchanan 1894 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Buchanan 1894.

Does The Buchanan 1894 offer free breakfast?

The Buchanan 1894 does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Buchanan 1894?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Buchanan 1894?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Buchanan 1894?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Buchanan 1894 have a pool?

The Buchanan 1894 features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does The Buchanan 1894 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Buchanan 1894 to downtown Parkes?

The Buchanan 1894 is 0.3 mi away from Parkes.

The Buchanan 1894 Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was lovely. Loved the historic charm and large rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feels like coming home after a long road trip...clean , quiet and peaceful..love the place 💗.. next time hopefully we can stay longer...to enjoy the pool and BBQ in the backyard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a beautiful property. Our suite was very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is adequately equipped and well set out. The only issue I can see is that the bedroom may get very hot in midsummer. Highly recommended and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful home...I wish I could move in!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The old world charm and quality of the fitout
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Our stay was enjoyable. Clean room ,comfy bed ,great location .would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ngaire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room. Shower wasn't great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Nick

Liked: Staff & service
Very nice building with terrible accessibility. Public road parking only not acceptable these days
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely house with beautiful decor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful historic property but very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
21st century comfort and amenities enveloped by 19th century ambience, superb.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ve
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic accommodation. Congratulations on the care and attention to a special place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025