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Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, a gray sofa, two nightstands, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A greenhouse with potted orchids arranged on shelves.
A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dishwasher.
A building with a covered entrance, a sign indicating a check-in area, and a parking lot with directional arrows.
A reception area with a brick facade, a glass door, and potted plants.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept

Explore the area

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96 High Street, Ararat, VIC, 3377
  • Place, Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Alexandra Gardens Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Gum San Chinese Heritage Center
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dishwasher.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room

A hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus Single Room

A kitchen with white mugs, teapots, a kettle, a coffee machine, and a stack of plates.

Queen Plus Single Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ararat

At Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre and Ararat Former Town Hall. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and luggage storage. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Ararat motel include Alexandra Gardens Park and Kokoda Park.
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What's nearby

  • Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ararat Former Town Hall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alexandra Gardens Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gum San Chinese Heritage Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ararat Community College Nature Reserve - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Ararat Station - 2 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Vines Cafe & Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ararat Noodle Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Foodary - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sede Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offers its guests express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Ararat motel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offers 9 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottles of water. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Ararat motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10.50 to 30 per person

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 10.5 to 30 per person
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

As of 8 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn on 10 Sept 2026 start from AU$175, 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.

Is parking available at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Yep, Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Does Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

No, Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 133 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, nice rooms, best in town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in and out. Room very clean, and parking no drama. Next trip to Ararat we will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious comfortable room in quiet location. Close proximity to food options. Easy car parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanne and Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good and was unseen from road. The room had everything needed for a stay. Nice and spacious also.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay, excellent accommodation and fantastic staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was so clean and well presented. Basic amenities but good. Loved that I could make a cup of coffee or some toast in the morning. And our son loved being able to hook up his PlayStation to the TV. The host was very polite, could not fault it. Would stay again and highly recommend if you're looking for a clean, and central place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fyona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good spot for an overnight stay. Soundproofing was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at front was very refreshing,room was nice and clean plus large shower. We do about 6 trips to melbourne and very happy with our stop over
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly. I have had a great stay here, it’s quiet and it close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and rsl had a nice meal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room with easy parking. Friendly host. Close to shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and exceptionally clean. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well laid out and the staff were more then helpful - the full breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly and easy checkin, located near dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Perfect for our weekend away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Glennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room, super clean. Very comfortable bed. Close to the hest keal at the Blue duck hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good motel

We found the hotel very clean and very quiet, well pointed room, had every thing we needed, bathroom very large and good hotwater and shower. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness of the place and the polite staff. Over very happy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Quiet. Clean. Good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for train travellers, easy walk to the shopping area and local places to eat. Excellently clean bathroom & room space. I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very clean and neat, the room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff were lovely people. Very happy with my stay and will definitely stay here again if I come back to Ararat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, everything in good working order very comfortable bed, and it was very quiet through the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Best Option in Ararat

Best accommodation in Ararat. Quiet, clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022