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Shady Rest Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Gympie with free parking

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Garden
Family Room, Non Smoking (3 Bed Family Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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17 Violet Street, Gympie, QLD, 4570
  • Place, Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Patrick's Church
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Hastings Street
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Spa Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Spa Room)

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

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Share)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Wheelchair Friendly Unit) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Wheelchair Friendly Unit)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking (4 Bed Family Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking (4 Bed Family Room)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Non Smoking (3 Bed Family Room) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking (3 Bed Family Room)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Gympie

Shady Rest Motel places you within a short walk of Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum and within a mile (2 km) of St. Patrick's Church. This 3-star motel welcomes guests with 18 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Patrick's Church - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Noosa National Park - 51 min drive - 43.2 miles
  • Hastings Street - 59 min drive - 44.4 miles
  • Noosa Beach - 59 min drive - 44.6 miles

Getting around

  • Gympie Station - 3 min drive
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster Gympie - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cafe by Farmer and Sun - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bellygood - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Shady Rest Motel

Motel in Gympie with free parking
Guests of Shady Rest Motel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Additional amenities include barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ceiling fans are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 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 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 11:00 AM—-7:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Shady Rest Motel?

Shady Rest Motel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Shady Rest Motel?

This motel is located in Gympie within a short 14-minute walk of Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum. You'll also find Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum and Shiann Alpacas within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Shady Rest Motel?

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

Does Shady Rest Motel have a casino?

No, Shady Rest Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Shady Rest Motel?

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

Is Shady Rest Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include jetted bathtubs and minibars.

Are there hot tubs at Shady Rest Motel?

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

Does Shady Rest Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Shady Rest Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Shady Rest Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shady Rest Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Shady Rest Motel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shady Rest Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Shady Rest Motel.

Reviews

Shady Rest Motel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 280 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 280 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 280 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 280 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 280 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great

I have stayed here twice in 2 different weeks Unfortunately both nights they was lots of noise throughout the night got zero sleep
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mervyn

Business traveler
It was Ok
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEPHEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great little place clean n tidy see you soon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Nice, clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kylie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot shower at night- cold in morning but. Option for breakfast. Designated smoking areas. Clean. Bed a bit hard for my liking. But for a last minute overnight stay was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

michele

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

kenji

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location, relatively quiet. Check-in was quick and easy. Bed reasonable comfortable. Some furnishings needed maintenance. Towels and pillows thin. Shower poor, with low pressure and hot and cold tap handles mislabelled.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the heart of the Gympie city centre and dinning options. Courtney bus pick ups outside front ,very nice clean rooms and comfortable bed. Tea and coffee making factory in the rooms with a fridge, toaster and Kettle. Breakfast room service another good option, Only down side was poor water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark, Virginia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott Chan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean motel. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small rooms, but everything that was needed for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and comfortable beds!! Really friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Grant

Traveled with family and small children
plates and cutlery not in room. Had to ask.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Osamah

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unfortunately, the carpet was not clean at all, bedsheets smell very badly,and wortting spotted, single beds were moving while kids sleeping. Toulet seat is wiggles.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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