Highway Inn Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Dunera Museum

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Outdoor pool
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Disabled) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
King with Bath | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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394 Murray street, Hay, NSW, 2711
  • Place, Dunera Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Gaol Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Heritage Walk
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Non Smoking (spa room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking (Standard Family)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Disabled)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

King with Bath

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Hay

Dunera Museum is within a 5-minute walk of Highway Inn Motel while other popular sites like Hay Gaol Museum are within a 15-minute stroll. This 17-room, 4-star motel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Dunera Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Hay Gaol Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Hay Library - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • TAFE Riverina Institute - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hay Heritage Walk - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Restaurants

  • ‪Shear Outback - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crown Pub Hay - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Riverina Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hay Bowling Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Foodie Friends - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Highway Inn Motel

Motel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Dunera Museum
Guests of Highway Inn Motel enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Additional amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area.
40-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 50 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • 17 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from June 1 to October 1:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 0 per day

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 continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 to 50 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 percent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

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 Highway Inn Motel?

Highway Inn Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Highway Inn Motel?

This motel in Hay is within a 10-minute walk of Dunera Museum and Hay Gaol Museum. You'll also find Hay Park and Dal Wright Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Highway Inn Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Highway Inn Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Highway Inn Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Highway Inn Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:30 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is Highway Inn Motel good for couples?

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

Are there hot tubs at Highway Inn Motel?

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

Does Highway Inn Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Highway Inn Motel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Highway Inn Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Highway Inn Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Highway Inn Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Highway Inn Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Highway Inn Motel.

Reviews

Highway Inn Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 625 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 195 out of 625 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 625 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 625 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 625 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erich

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable bed, food options available at RSL and Bowls Club, both Chinese. Bowls club the better option. Al within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, my go to for this trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Friendly helpful staff allowed early check in with a smile.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and perfectly comfortable room, can’t ask for more than that.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy, many times repeat visitor, always my preferred (only!) option when staying in Hay. Proprietor is super friendly and helpful, always a bonus after a long day of travel. Many thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great for a stop over
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was extremely clean, very comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alisha

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely motel, set back away from the main road and very spacious rooms. It is within walking distance of town and shops. There is a very good Bowling Club across the road and a Services Club one block down. It is a very good motel for a stop-0ver.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
easy walk into town. Quite a large room. Crockery & cutlery provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rinaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean and spacious close to bowning club and RSL
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Em

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Busy highway traffic, bed uncomfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

SARBJIT

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was disappointing after our stay in a similar property, Club Motel in Balranald. This property was okay, but clearly inferior.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No issues
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025