Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

3.0 star property

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Exterior
Luxury King Suite
Reception
Exterior detail
Standard Family Room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May

Explore the area

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252 Barker St, Castlemaine, VIC, 3450
  • Place, Restorers Barn
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Buda Historic Home & Garden
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Family Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Luxury King Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Castlemaine

At Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station and Kalimna Point. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3-property class Castlemaine motel include Restorers Barn and Kalimna Park.

What's nearby

  • Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Restorers Barn - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 13 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bridge Hotel Castlemaine - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taste of the Orient - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments offers its guests a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Castlemaine motel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments offers 20 accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 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 8:00 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 1 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20 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 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, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

Yep, Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

As of 28 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments on 30 Apr 2026 start from AU$204, 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 Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

No, Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 245 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking is only convenient if neighbours don’t over hand their own spots. Then you gotta park outside property
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
I had a mixed experience during my recent stay. There were some definite highlights, but also several areas that need attention. The Positives: • First Impressions: The hotel has great curb appeal with a very attractive brick exterior. • Outstanding Service: The standout of my stay was the female receptionist with tattoos. She was incredibly helpful and professional—she truly deserves high praise for her exceptional service. • Essentials: The bed and towels were perfectly fine and comfortable enough for the stay. The Negatives: • Room Layout & Privacy: The parking arrangement is a bit odd. My neighbor’s vehicle was parked directly in front of my room rather than their own, which felt like a bit of an invasion of privacy. It would make much more sense if guests parked in front of their own assigned rooms. And an abandoned fridge was left outside. Maintenance Issues: The room felt unfinished. The bathroom door was only half-painted, which looked quite strange. Additionally, most of the lights were not functioning properly, and the air conditioning remote was temperamental and difficult to use. Missing Amenities: I was disappointed to find no hairdryer in the room. It would also be a significant improvement if some basic coffee-making facilities were provided. Overall: It’s a nice-looking property with a fantastic reception t
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

George

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately no housekeeping was provided even though it was advertised as such....not nice to come back after along day out and rubbish and dirty dishes etc left in the room. The response was also very poor when we raised the issue. On a positive note, our room was clean and modern and well located with walking distance. Bed was comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately there was a a leak around the sink in the bathroom. However this was fixed. Also the fridge kept banging as it was defrosting and I had to turn it off the first night. Put it on a lower level but it’s still banged again the second night as ice dropped. Also I had a room with a car park out front however even though I didn’t have a car there was a car parked in front which I didn’t particularly like. Otherwise the venue is very nice and centrally located with easy access to the shops in the train. Just a couple of little hiccups.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
The staff were great, check in and out was the best I’ve ever experienced. Netflix etc were on the telly but could not be utilised. The fridge was not turned on and there was no milk for the coffee etc. I’ve not stayed in a hotel for a while so that may be standard practice these days. If so disregard. I’d stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, excellent shower pressure, free channels on tv, check in process seamless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Lovely experience and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Janelle

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Tony

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Everything is dated and quite run down.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

David

Broken fittings. No personal interaction.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Sue

Travelled with family
We COULD NOT GO because of the bushfires. Very disappointing. When we booked, we also had insurance (XCover). When we try to claim they said that bushfires were exempt!!! What is the point of having insurance that you provide.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Swiss

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
TThe property has been recently upgraded, showcasing clean and beautifully presented rooms. However, there is a minor issue of no soap being provided in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is tidy and comfortable. The bathroom and shower were well looked after. For a three star hotel it punches above its weight.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
The rooms were very clean and looked like recently refurbished. We were disappointed there were no biscuits to have with our tea. The air con worked well and nice toiletries were provided. Weven though we were on the main street it was quiet enough.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

john

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Don't know how it is conceivable to design a bathroom with such slippery tiles. No working lights over the bed . Not good enough for a top priced room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Jessie

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Totally fine. When we requested a towel for our daughter and a hairdryer they said they’d sort it and then just didn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We did not meet any staff. We were guide to keys in the room and we left the room the same way. This was ideal for us as we were on a tight schedule for an event.room was lovely. Aircon on when we arrived was a blessing! Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eibhlinn

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Fine place to stay, but overpriced for the quality. Will look elsewhere for my next trip. ** Pros: great location, flexible check-in time, beautiful building. Nice TV, loved the spa bath, comfy bed. Cons: kitchen/bathroom not stocked, towels had holes in them, fridge froze our food, bed wheels wouldn't lock so they rolled around. No food on-site as advertised, room not serviced during our stay. The room was also so sparsely furnished that the echoes made it quite difficult to talk.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025