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Golden Reef Motor Inn

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite) | Bathroom
Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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186 McIvor Road, Strathdale, VIC, 3550
  • Place, Bendigo Club
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Greater Bendigo National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Tramways Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite)

Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Bendigo

At Golden Reef Motor Inn you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Bendigo Club and 3 km (1.8 mi) from Bendigo Library. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and Access to hot tub. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, dry cleaning/laundry services and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and luggage storage. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Strathdale motel include Bendigo Art Gallery and Bendigo Botanic Gardens.
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What's nearby

  • Bendigo Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greater Bendigo National Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grassy Flat Reservoir Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bendigo East Bushland Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tramways Museum - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Bendigo Station - 4 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Edwards Providore - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪All Seasons Bistro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reservoir Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Woodhouse Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Reef Motor Inn

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Golden Reef Motor Inn offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Golden Reef Motor Inn also features tour/ticket assistance, dry cleaning/laundry services, and room service (during limited hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bendigo motel.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Golden Reef Motor Inn offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Smart televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

Yep, Golden Reef Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn have a pool?

Golden Reef Motor Inn has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

No, Golden Reef Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Golden Reef Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 239 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Great room staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was to a high standard we enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Amenities
Bed was very comfortable & room was very clean for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. With great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and defiantly would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay. Room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susana

Will stay again

Great location for what we needed
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe and secure motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Mim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and friendly staff. Nice and clean room. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was spotless, bed was very comfortable, quiet only 1 complaint the toilet was gurgling all the time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean rooms with friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable beds, fluffy towels, helpful manager. I would definitely recommend to others and stay again😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, very helpful owners couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Great staff. Very clean & comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect for our 5 day stay… clean, secure and had everything we needed. Staff were friendly and accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

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

Nice motel in Bendigo

Will stay again for sure. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice good service nice place .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jinyao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, considering the reasonable price. I love their cat Jessica, so sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean rooms and hassle free.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean room. Friendly and helpful hosts. Enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to job I was doing and good location to the club.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Liked: Staff & service
Really friendly welcoming people. Lovely comfy clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, large bedroom and bathroom. Good quality towels. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023