Downs Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Grand Central Shopping Centre

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Front of property
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Queen Studio | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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669 Ruthven Street, South Toowoomba, QLD, 4350
  • Place, Toowoomba Base Hospital
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, City Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Central Shopping Centre
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Family Kitchenette Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Queen Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(39 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Queen Single Kitchnette

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Queen Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Queen Studio Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Toowoomba

Located in South Toowoomba, Downs Motel is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Grand Central Shopping Centre and City Golf Club. This 23-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with a coffee shop/cafe, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Toowoomba Base Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • City Golf Club - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Empire Theatre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Grand Central Shopping Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Queens Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Toowoomba Station - 5 min drive
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wellbean Co - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Volcanic Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪City Golf Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The vintage cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Downs Motel

Motel with free parking, near Grand Central Shopping Centre
Downs Motel features free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free motel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: AUD 9 to 29 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note: pets are only permitted in rooms labeled as pet friendly. Guests booked in these rooms who plan to bring a pet must contact the property in advance. The listed pet fee is collected onsite from guests who bring a pet.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 9 to 29 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per night

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Downs Motel Toowoomba
Downs Motel
Downs Toowoomba
Downs Motel South Toowoomba
Downs Motel Motel
Downs Motel South Toowoomba
Downs Motel Motel South Toowoomba

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Downs Motel?

Downs Motel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Downs Motel?

This motel is situated in South Toowoomba within a short 11-minute walk of Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery and also 13 minutes on foot from Grand Central Shopping Centre. You'll also find City Golf Club and Empire Theatre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Downs Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Downs Motel include a casino at the property?

No, Downs Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Downs Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Downs Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a smart TV as well as a café and a terrace.

Are there hot tubs at Downs Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Downs Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Downs Motel serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will Downs Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Downs Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Downs Motel?

The closest major airport to Downs Motel is Toowoomba, QLD (TWB), which is 3.9 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp), which is located 13.2 mi away (24-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Downs Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at Downs Motel comes with a balcony with some featuring courtyard views.

Downs Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 347 out of 773 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 773 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 773 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 773 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 773 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was old but very clean the staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with my choice of booking whilst visiting Toowoomba!!! Well defiantly book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Greg

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the motel very old and dated. Needs renovating. Would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always great 👍

Just a great motel that is great value, clean as a new pin and very central to the CBD & heaps of parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jewel of a motel

We stay at the Downs often as it is very convenient to the CBD, has plenty of parking inside & out, very obliging owner. It is great value & is one of the cleanest motels we have stayed in for its age. Comfy bed, excellent shower & the list goes on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet considering it is on a main road. Plenty of parking, if only in the car park at the entrance of the motel. Staff are great. All up very happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I got my breakfast the night before :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable. Reasonably quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherilee

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Alaways polite efficient re ommend to all .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

miranda

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

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kym

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

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed one night in June. The reverse cycle ac kept the room cosy and warm. Accessories included fridge, microwave, toaster, and electric jug which were very useful for breakfast. Queen bed was comfortable, bedside reading lights sufficient. Excellent value!!! Mal & Elaine
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Great staff, hassle free stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandeep

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks
Stayed 1 night in May 2025