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The Big Melon is Australia’s Next Big Thing

It was a tough call, but Australia has chosen the Big Melon in Chinchilla, QLD, as its Next Big Thing. See the Big Melon in person or check out our other awesome finalist towns with these top deals.

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Chinchilla Motor Inn
Chinchilla Motor Inn

Chinchilla Motor Inn

45-51 Park Street, Chinchilla, QLD
     
    4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    Stay at this 4-star hotel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Big Watermelon Slice and Chinchilla Botanical Gardens are located nearby.

    Stonewood Villas
    Stonewood Villas

    Stonewood Villas

    91 Oak Street, Chinchilla, QLD
       
      4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

      Stay at this 4-star motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Big Watermelon Slice and Chinchilla Botanical Gardens are located nearby.

      Kings Park
      Kings Park

      Kings Park

      48 Park St, Chinchilla, QLD
         
        3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

        Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Big Watermelon Slice and Chinchilla Botanical Gardens are located nearby.

        Chinchilla Downtown Motor Inn
        Chinchilla Downtown Motor Inn

        Chinchilla Downtown Motor Inn

        60 Henney Street, Chinchilla, QLD
           
          4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

          Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Chinchilla Museum and Chinchilla Botanical Gardens are located nearby.

          Chinchilla Great Western Motor Inn
          Chinchilla Great Western Motor Inn

          Chinchilla Great Western Motor Inn

          52-62 Warrego Hwy, Chinchilla, QLD
             
            3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

            Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Railway Reserve and Big Watermelon Slice are located nearby.

            The Club Motor Inn Chinchilla
            Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025
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            The Club Motor Inn Chinchilla

            The Club Motor Inn Chinchilla

            131 Heeney Street, Chinchilla, QLD
               
              9.2 of 5
              4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

              Very clean excellent facilities and friendly staff

              Chinchilla Motel
              Chinchilla Motel

              Chinchilla Motel

              65-69 Downes Road, (Warrego Highway West), Chinchilla, QLD
                 
                3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                Stay at this 3-star motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chinchilla Botanical Gardens and Chinchilla Museum are located nearby.

                The Palms Motel
                The Palms Motel

                The Palms Motel

                64 70 WARREGO HIGHWAY, Chinchilla, QLD
                   
                  4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                  Stay at this 4-star motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Railway Reserve and Big Watermelon Slice are located nearby.

                  White Gums Motor Inn
                  White Gums Motor Inn

                  White Gums Motor Inn

                  Corner of Warrego Highway and King St., Chinchilla, QLD
                     
                    4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                    Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions Big Watermelon Slice and Chinchilla Botanical Gardens are located nearby.

                    The Commercial Hotel Motel
                    The Commercial Hotel Motel

                    The Commercial Hotel Motel

                    17 Chinchilla Street, Chinchilla, QLD
                       
                      3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                      Stay at this 3-star hotel in Chinchilla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Chinchilla Botanical Gardens and Big Watermelon Slice are located nearby.

                      Acacia Motel
                      Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025
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                      Acacia Motel

                      Acacia Motel

                      96 Glasson Street, Chinchilla, QLD
                         
                        9.6 of 5
                        3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                        The Acacia Motel was an experience not just a stay, with the themed rooms and well presented rooms with quality furnishings. Justin goes out of his way to ensure your stay is a memory to savour. The games room is amazing something that gets missyat most small country motel's. Thanks Justin

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                        Burke and Wills Motor Inn
                        Burke and Wills Motor Inn

                        Burke and Wills Motor Inn

                        95 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                           
                          4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                          Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Kingaroy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Caravan Park and Kingaroy Art Gallery are located nearby.

                          Ascot Lodge Motor Inn Kingaroy
                          Ascot Lodge Motor Inn Kingaroy

                          Ascot Lodge Motor Inn Kingaroy

                          69 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                             
                            4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                            Stay at this 4-star motel in Kingaroy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions Caravan Park and Kingaroy Showground are located nearby.

                            Pepper Tree Cabins
                            Pepper Tree Cabins

                            Pepper Tree Cabins

                            7 Evelyn Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                               
                              3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                              Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Kingaroy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kingaroy Showground and Caravan Park are located nearby.

                              Room Motel Kingaroy
                              Room Motel Kingaroy

                              Room Motel Kingaroy

                              76 Youngman Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                                 
                                4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                Stay at this 4-star golf motel in Kingaroy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Caravan Park and Kingaroy Showground are located nearby.

                                Motel Oasis
                                Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
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                                Motel Oasis

                                Motel Oasis

                                50 Walter Road, Kingaroy, QLD
                                   
                                  7.6 of 5
                                  3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                  Good size room Good comfortable beds No warm winter bed coverings

                                  Kingaroy Holiday Park
                                  Kingaroy Holiday Park

                                  Kingaroy Holiday Park

                                  48 Walter Road (D'Aguilar Highway), Kingaroy, QLD
                                     
                                    2.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                    Stay at this campground in Kingaroy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Kingaroy Showground and Caravan Park are located nearby.

                                    Deshons Retreat
                                    Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2023
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                                    Deshons Retreat

                                    Deshons Retreat

                                    164 Haydens Road, Booie, QLD
                                       
                                      4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                      This lady goes beyond a host The cabin itself was immaculate clean and beautiful decor The king bed soooo comfortably We opened all the windows ( aircon available) and let that fresh air in Looked at the big sky all night under the toasty doona No need is over looked down to the insect repellent ...

                                      Hillview Cottages
                                      Hillview Cottages

                                      Hillview Cottages

                                      297 Birt Rd, Booie, QLD
                                         
                                        4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                        Stay at this 4-star cottage in Booie. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Caroline Green Carawatha Nature Refuge and Kingaroy Art Gallery are located nearby.

                                        Lee Farm Stay Cottages
                                        Lee Farm Stay Cottages

                                        Lee Farm Stay Cottages

                                        27 Harchs Road, Booie, QLD
                                           
                                          3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                          Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Booie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Caroline Green Carawatha Nature Refuge and Bunderra Nature Refuge are located nearby.

                                          Kingaroy Country Motel
                                          Kingaroy Country Motel

                                          Kingaroy Country Motel

                                          38 Knight Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                                             
                                            3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                            Stay at this 3-star motel in Kingaroy. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions Caravan Park and Kingaroy Showground are located nearby.

                                            Carrollee Hotel
                                            Carrollee Hotel

                                            Carrollee Hotel

                                            4 King Street, Kingaroy, QLD
                                               
                                              2.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                              Stay at this hotel in Kingaroy. Enjoy free parking, a nightclub, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kingaroy Art Gallery and Kingaroy Peanut Heritage Museum are located nearby.

                                              Goomeri Motel
                                              Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
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                                              Goomeri Motel

                                              Goomeri Motel

                                              Cnr Boonara Rd & McGregor Street, Goomeri, QLD
                                                 
                                                9.2 of 5
                                                3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                Nice quiet place. Easy walking distance to pub

                                                Homestead Caravan Park
                                                Homestead Caravan Park

                                                Homestead Caravan Park

                                                17 Arthur Street East, Nanango, QLD
                                                   
                                                  3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                  Stay at this 3-star cabin in Nanango. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions South Burnett Aquatic Centre - Nanango and Pioneer Park are located nearby.

                                                  Y Motels Yarraman
                                                  Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
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                                                  Y Motels Yarraman

                                                  Y Motels Yarraman

                                                  4 Toomey Street, Yarraman, QLD
                                                     
                                                    8.8 of 5
                                                    2.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                    Good handy place to stay at last minute booking

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                                                    Grand Country Lodge Motel
                                                    Grand Country Lodge Motel

                                                    Grand Country Lodge Motel

                                                    58-60 Main Street, Mittagong, NSW
                                                       
                                                      4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                      Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore Lookout are located nearby.

                                                      Fitzroy Inn Historic Retreat
                                                      Fitzroy Inn Historic Retreat

                                                      Fitzroy Inn Historic Retreat

                                                      1 Ferguson Crescent, Mittagong, NSW
                                                         
                                                        3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                        Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore Lookout are located nearby.

                                                        Bowral Road Bed and Breakfast
                                                        Bowral Road Bed and Breakfast

                                                        Bowral Road Bed and Breakfast

                                                        77 Bowral Road, Mittagong, NSW
                                                           
                                                          4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                          Stay at this 4-star business-friendly B&B in Mittagong. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore Lookout are located nearby.

                                                          Mittagong Motel
                                                          Mittagong Motel

                                                          Mittagong Motel

                                                          7-11 OLD HUME Highway, Mittagong, NSW
                                                             
                                                            2.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                            Stay at this motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore Lookout are located nearby.

                                                            Melrose Motel
                                                            Melrose Motel

                                                            Melrose Motel

                                                            31 Old Hume Highway, Mittagong, NSW
                                                               
                                                              3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                              Stay at this 3-star motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Mount Jellore Lookout are located nearby.

                                                              Poplars at Mittagong
                                                              Poplars at Mittagong

                                                              Poplars at Mittagong

                                                              97 to 99 Old Hume Highway, Braemar, NSW
                                                                 
                                                                3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Mittagong. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Sturt Gallery and Mount Gibraltar Reserve are located nearby.

                                                                Mittagong Caravan Park
                                                                Reviewed on 18 May 2025
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                                                                Mittagong Caravan Park

                                                                Mittagong Caravan Park

                                                                1 Old Hume Highway, Mittagong, NSW
                                                                   
                                                                  9.0 of 5
                                                                  3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                  The cabin was clean, and spacious enough for 3 adults. The air conditioner and the hot water worked well, and the water pressure was good. The appliances were all very clean too. The location was great, easily accessible and close to the shops.

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                                                                  Rest Point Motor Inn
                                                                  Rest Point Motor Inn

                                                                  Rest Point Motor Inn

                                                                  72 New England Hwy, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                     
                                                                    3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                    Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

                                                                    Fossicker Caravan Park
                                                                    Fossicker Caravan Park

                                                                    Fossicker Caravan Park

                                                                    94-96 Church Street, New England Highway, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                       
                                                                      3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                      Stay at this 3.5-star campground in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

                                                                      Charlesworth On The Park
                                                                      Charlesworth On The Park

                                                                      Charlesworth On The Park

                                                                      Corner of Bourke Street & East Avenue, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                         
                                                                        3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                        Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

                                                                        The Clansman Motel
                                                                        The Clansman Motel

                                                                        The Clansman Motel

                                                                        9981 New England Highway, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                           
                                                                          3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                          Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Australian Standing Stones are located nearby.

                                                                          Glen Innes Motel
                                                                          Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025
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                                                                          Glen Innes Motel

                                                                          Glen Innes Motel

                                                                          12 Church Street, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                             
                                                                            9.0 of 5
                                                                            3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                            A comfortable motel by the main road but the noise wasn’t too bothersome. We had everything we needed for an overnight stay. Rooms were spacious. Lovely lady at reception.

                                                                            New England Motor Lodge
                                                                            Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025
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                                                                            New England Motor Lodge

                                                                            New England Motor Lodge

                                                                            160 Church Street, New England Highway, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                               
                                                                              8.6 of 5
                                                                              4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                              I have stayed here several times over the years and wouldn't say anywhere else in Glen Innes.

                                                                              Anna Bella Motel
                                                                              Anna Bella Motel

                                                                              Anna Bella Motel

                                                                              60 Church Street, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                                 
                                                                                3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                                Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

                                                                                Glen Innes Lodge Motel
                                                                                Glen Innes Lodge Motel

                                                                                Glen Innes Lodge Motel

                                                                                26 Church Street, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                                   
                                                                                  3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                                  Stay at this 3-star motel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

                                                                                  Great Central Hotel Glen Innes
                                                                                  Great Central Hotel Glen Innes

                                                                                  Great Central Hotel Glen Innes

                                                                                  313 Grey Street, Glen Innes, NSW
                                                                                     
                                                                                    2.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                                                                                    Stay at this hotel in Glen Innes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a pool table. Popular attractions Anzac Park and Land of the Beardies History House are located nearby.

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