Blue Shades Motel

4.0 star property
4-star motel in Central Maryborough

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Family Loft, Pool View | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
Family Loft, Pool View | Room amenity
Family Loft, Pool View | View from room
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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35-39 Ferry Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650
  • Place, Station Square Shopping Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Queens Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 645 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Loft, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Maryborough

Central Maryborough stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Central Maryborough motel, you'll find Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and Station Square Shopping Centre. Also, Portside is within half a mile (1 km) and Baddow Island Conservation Park is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Station Square Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Queens Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mary Poppins Statue - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station - 17 min walk
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪White Lion Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Old Sydney Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Blue Shades Motel

4-star motel in Central Maryborough
As a guest of Blue Shades Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Blue Shades Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Blue Shades Motel was completed in March 2023.

This 4-star Maryborough motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Blue Shades Motel offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium digital television is provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

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 front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Shades Motel to the airport?

Blue Shades Motel is 24.3 mi (34-min drive) away from the Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Shades Motel?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Shades Motel on Jun 7, 2026 start from $107, 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 Blue Shades Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blue Shades Motel.

Does Blue Shades Motel offer free breakfast?

Blue Shades Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Shades Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Blue Shades Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Blue Shades Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Shades Motel have a pool?

Blue Shades Motel features an outdoor pool.

Does Blue Shades Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Blue Shades Motel to downtown Maryborough?

Blue Shades Motel is 0.9 mi away from Maryborough.

Blue Shades Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 475 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed comfortable, staff great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Amenities
Very clean rooms, aircon very effective, staff extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a warm and welcoming space!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Presentation, friendly greeting, clean smelling, overlooking pool, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jegan

Clean room and easy access to most
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room and the staff were lovely. Great place to stay and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality of staff and cleanliness of the room were great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent communication with after hours check in. Perfect airconditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Lucien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and very helpful. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Gwenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, friendlystaff, quiet. Parking is a bit tight for today's larger cars. Otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful motel well priced
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable and spacious. Itnis also old
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old and tired rooms with carpet so stained it was very off putting. Beds were OK.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

bede

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely and well managed place and we really enjoyed our stay...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and secure, spacious spot to sleep on a long road trip to Brisbane.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure to stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place that exactly what we needed, quiet for a good rest at night and comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, friendly staff, nice rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant motel nice clean tidy rooms Would be happy to stay again when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
convenient for our needs and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff great pub!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay mal and sam are wonderful staff will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant motel that needs a few things upgraded or added. Staff were super -thanks! Well located within Maryborough and right on southern exit from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025