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Statesman Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ararat motel

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Living area
Standard Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Family Suite | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, towels
Lobby
Front of property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Statesman Motor Inn, 79 Lambert St, Ararat, VIC, 3377
  • Place, Gum San Chinese Heritage Center
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexandra Gardens Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ararat Former Town Hall
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Senior Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Senior Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Executive Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Suite | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Family Suite

  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ararat

In Ararat .Your stay at this Ararat motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Gum San Chinese Heritage Center and Ararat Bushland Reserve. Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre and Ararat Former Town Hall are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ararat Bushland Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gum San Chinese Heritage Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alexandra Gardens Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ararat Former Town Hall - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Ararat Station - 2 min drive
  • Avalon Airport (AVV) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Vines Cafe & Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Sede Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Statesman Motor Inn

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3.5-star Ararat motel
Statesman Motor Inn offers its guests a garden. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Ararat motel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Statesman Motor Inn offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. This Ararat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 11 to 15 for adults and AUD 11 to 15 for children

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
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • CD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 11 to 15 for adults, and AUD 11 to 15 for children

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 3 days prior to check-in.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Statesman Motor Inn Motel
Statesman Motor Inn Ararat
Statesman Motor Inn Motel Ararat

Frequently asked questions

How close is Statesman Motor Inn to the airport?

Statesman Motor Inn is 125.8 mi (137-min drive) away from the Avalon Airport (AVV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Statesman Motor Inn?

As of Jun 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Statesman Motor Inn on Jun 6, 2026 start from $103, 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 Statesman Motor Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Statesman Motor Inn.

Does Statesman Motor Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Statesman Motor Inn, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between AUD 11 and 15 for adults, AUD 11 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Statesman Motor Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Statesman Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Statesman Motor Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Statesman Motor Inn have a pool?

Statesman Motor Inn does not have a pool.

Does Statesman Motor Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Statesman Motor Inn to downtown Ararat?

Statesman Motor Inn is 0.8 mi away from Ararat.

Statesman Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 138 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean & very spacious
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
friendly staff, very clean and tidy. there was a bit of road noise and a train in the middle of the night, but that didn't take anything away from the fact that the motel is clean and well staffed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick assistance upon arriving Clean rooms Cutlery and crockery were available.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, budget friendly motel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good spot to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good for the stop over
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed stay. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff & cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place. Bayhroom was good. Aircon filter was clean, which is very rare. Check in was a breeze and hassle free, as was check out. Little road traffic noise, as its om the main hwy. Bed was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Theresa

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

Overnight stay

Overnight stay Quiet and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay. Always nice there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good, 2nd time we have stayed & will again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bit of road noise other than that was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice quiet area for relaxing stop over
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, nice facilities and easy to find.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice easy accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ayrton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area, easily within walking distance to the main town area of Ararat and very nice and friendly reception staff, rooms were clean and tidy as well as being spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always good clean updated accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great will go again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved how friendly the staff were
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here b4,& will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy and comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023