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The Buchanan 1894

3.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Parkes guest house

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

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Luxury Apartment, Garden View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Apartment, Garden View

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

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Luxury Suite, Courtyard View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Suite, Courtyard View

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

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Garden View | Living area | TV

Deluxe Studio Suite, Garden View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Suite, Pool View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Suite, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Parkes

In Parkes .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).
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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
  • Henry Parkes Centre - 3 min drive - 1.2 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
  • ‪Broadway Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cambridge Hotel - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Buchanan 1894

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 3-star Parkes guest house
As a guest of The Buchanan 1894, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Buchanan 1894 also features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Buchanan 1894 offers 4 accommodations with irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. 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
  • Laundry facilities
  • 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

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • 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 will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

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
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.

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.

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. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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