The Old Parkes Convent

4.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Parkes B&B

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Exterior
Property grounds
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Exterior
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel) | Living area | DVD player
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
33 Currajong Street, Parkes, NSW, 2870
  • Popular LocationCooke Park4 min walk
  • Popular LocationParkes Showgrounds18 min walk
  • Popular LocationHenry Parkes Centre3 min drive
  • AirportParkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)6 min drive

Room options

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel)

  • 1184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Music Room)

10/10 Exceptional
  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Parkes

Close to airport.Within a 15-minute walk of the B&B, you'll find Cooke Park and Bushmans Hill Reserve. Memorial Hill Lookout and Parkes Showgrounds are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cooke Park - 4 min walk
  • Bushmans Hill Reserve - 15 min walk
  • Memorial Hill Lookout - 16 min walk
  • Parkes Showgrounds - 18 min walk
  • Henry Parkes Centre - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Parkes Station - 10 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Railway Hotel Parkes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bella's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Old Parkes Convent

Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Parkes B&B
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Old Parkes Convent. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Parkes bed & breakfast.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1923
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Old Parkes Convent offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations at this 4-star bed & breakfast have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers.

This Parkes bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Digital television is provided.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Free crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave on request
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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 American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property is also known as

Old Parkes Convent B&B
Old Parkes Convent
The Old Parkes Convent Parkes
The Old Parkes Convent Bed & breakfast
The Old Parkes Convent Bed & breakfast Parkes

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Old Parkes Convent to the airport?

The Old Parkes Convent is 3.9 mi (7-min drive) away from the Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Old Parkes Convent have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Old Parkes Convent.

Does The Old Parkes Convent offer free breakfast?

The Old Parkes Convent offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at The Old Parkes Convent?

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

What time is check-in at The Old Parkes Convent?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

Is there free parking at The Old Parkes Convent?

This bed & breakfast offers free self parking.

Does The Old Parkes Convent have a pool?

The Old Parkes Convent does not have a pool.

Does The Old Parkes Convent have a spa?

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

How close is The Old Parkes Convent to downtown Parkes?

The Old Parkes Convent is 0.1 mi away from Parkes.

The Old Parkes Convent Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 57 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and is certainly “a step back in time” as it was built in 1910.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Francis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the old world charm, the hospitality of Colin the host, all the utensils and appliances provided, the comfortable furniture and decor, the big desk, the fireplace and the location was quiet but close to the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely cosy stay. Very close to the main street and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts, huge room, quirky and fun
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint B&B, plently of space and close the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ground floor Music Room is very comfortable and well-equipped. We especially appreciated the access to a laundry and drying facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the uniqueness of the property and apartment. It was very cosy and made me feel very much like I was on a vacation! Additionally, the bed was very comfortable, space to spread out was fantastic, and the kitchen and breakfast was everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully presented historic property in the heart of Parkes. Being pet friendly our dogs got to enjoy it too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020