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The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn

4.0 star property

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A clear pool with a rock formation in the foreground, a covered seating area with a white roof, and a fenced enclosure in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a potted plant, and a wall-mounted artwork.
A large building with multiple tennis courts, a swimming pool, and several covered areas.
A motel sign with a green and yellow signboard, a blue signboard, and a black signboard.
A covered outdoor area with a pool, brick flooring, and a fenced tennis court in the background.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Anderson Street, Goondiwindi, QLD, 4390
  • Place, Goondiwindi Visitor Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, A and M Lehman Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A compact room with a bed, a small table, a chair, a potted plant, and a mirror.

Standard Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, Jetted Tub

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Goondiwindi

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn is located within a mile (2 km) of Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park and Goondiwindi Visitor Centre. This 4-star motel welcomes guests with 50 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Goondiwindi Visitor Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Goondiwindi Civic Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Goondiwindi Riverwalk Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • A and M Lehman Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Batesy's Bread Basket - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Queensland Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bao Bao Chinese & Malaysian Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Railway Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Laurenz - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn features an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide a safe deposit box at the front desk, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a picnic area.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 5 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 0-inch flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 5.00 per stay (rates may vary)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Goondiwindi
Jolly Swagman Motor Inn
Jolly Swagman Motor Goondiwindi
Jolly Swagman Motor
The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Motel
The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Goondiwindi
The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Motel Goondiwindi

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

As of Jun 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn on Jul 1, 2026 start from $108, 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

This motel is located in Goondiwindi, a short 16-minute walk from Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park and also 18 minutes on foot from Apex Park. You'll also find Customs House Museum and Goondiwindi Riverwalk Trailhead less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a casino?

No, The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and tennis plus some guestrooms include a jetted bathtub.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn.

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 232 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds , quiet guests, easy access bathroom and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great. Plenty of room. Comfy lounge. Eve n offered me a lift down town and back as my husband was using the car for the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff, clean rooms, great showers and comfortable beds. Great for a 1 night stopover. Tennis court net needed fixing but other facilities such as the pool and spa were very refreshing after a long drive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Krystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Secure parking was good also spacious, quite area,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. And we loved the pool after a long day driving.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent friendly staff. Restaurant was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find and good undercover parking. Clean rooms. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception was great.Parking was very secure and right in front of my room. The accommodation was like a shoe box with the bathroom half the size of the room. One towl, one soap, no iron board, no coat hangers and no iron. No plates or bowls but there was a microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay in good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Amenities
Good position and lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best motel I've stayed in for a long time. Clean, friendly , great staff and under cover parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Grant

Very busy but clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking for a truck
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

cheryl rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. It was safe and a quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay, clean and tidy, Safe. Excellent rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room but clean and comfortable. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient quiet and with excellent parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very comfortable and the staff are very helpful
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the convenience of the motel as it was just off the highway. The restaurant was there and walking distance to other food outlets. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda J

Was a quiet and car park good older motel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Elwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite &safe, easy parking, good water pressure also comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The owners were welcoming and helpful. The motel was conveniently located, with ample parking for larger vehicles.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel has been recently refurbished - the beds and fittings are brand new and they're great. Terrific value for money, and the managers are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024