Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

4.0 star property

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King Spa Suite | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
TV
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
TV
In-room dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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226-228 James Street, South Toowoomba, QLD, 4350
  • Place, Toowoomba Base Hospital
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Central Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, City Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Self Contained)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Self Contained)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Self Contained)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

King Spa Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Motel Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Motel Room

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

Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Spa Room

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

Two Room Motel Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Toowoomba

Located in South Toowoomba, Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments is within a 10-minute stroll of sights such as Toowoomba Base Hospital and Laurel Bank Park. This 4-star motel welcomes guests with 33 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Toowoomba Base Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Laurel Bank Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Central Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • City Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Empire Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Toowoomba Station - 5 min drive
  • Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wellbean Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪De Dutch Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kuro Beko - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo Papa - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments

Guests of Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-in. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes, sitting areas, and refrigerators.
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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 9.90 to 27.90 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 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 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for AUD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 15.0 per night

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 9.90 to 27.90 per person
  • Pet fee: AUD 25 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 1 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in and out are easy with express services. 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 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 Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments on Apr 14, 2026 start from $102, 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 can I see within easy reach of Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

This motel is situated in South Toowoomba within a short 7-minute walk of Laurel Bank Park and also 13 minutes on foot from Grand Central Shopping Centre. You'll also find City Golf Club and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Though parking is available on request, wheelchair-accessible parking is also available.

Does Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments feature a casino at the property?

No, Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a kitchenette as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments have a hot tub?

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

Does Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments for a fee of AUD 25 per accommodation, per night.

Does Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

The closest major airport to Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments is Toowoomba, QLD (TWB), which is 3.1 mi away (6 minutes by car). Another top airport is Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp), which is located 12.4 mi away (20-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments.

Highlander Motor Inn & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 668 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 668 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 668 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 668 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 668 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

LEANNE

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

8/10 Good

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to wehere i needed to be, clean and tidy, very spacious, easy to check and find. Staff were pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, tenterfield

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya, tenterfield

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Wish we had stayed there more nights! An extremely cheap motel to stay in - very popular and many were staying there. It felt safe and clean. The bathroom probably needs updating with some calcification on the edges but it was well maintained and clean overall. Free wifi was a blessing as the local cellular network was patchy for us. Great for families - we had one queen bed and two single beds. Met the owner or manager - she was very personable and extremely nice, you could tell she was proud of the place. We stayed on a Saturday so couldn’t experience their food - wish it had operated all 7 days! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is spotlessly clean. Staff are friendly and Mandy and her team go above and beyond to make sure I have everything I need during my stays. one of my fav places to stay in Toowoomba
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful, easy, traditional charm, breakfast delivery to room all amazing. Room clean well appointed and comfortable pillows! Loved the shower cap! Thank you 😊
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

julianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Spacious,
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mould in the bathroom is not just unsightly it has the potential to be damaging to your health. Poor cleaning practices are becoming all too common in motels. There realy needs to be a review of practices and training in this area, It seems owners think just keeping the job with a relative to keep costs down. It just lowers the standard. Two star motel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, spacious accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super quick to resolve an issue we’d raised with them which made the remainder of the stay much better. Was very impressed with the service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very spacious. We have stayed twice and both times have been excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

peter

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

4/10 Poor

John

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Drew

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was very spacious, clean and quiet. The hotel is centrally located, a short walk to the gardens in Laurel Bank and Clifford Gardens Shopping Centre. Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A map of Toowoomba that you can take with you would be helpful. There was a small map in folder but you couldn’t take with you while out and about. Also a small but useful would be a few toothpicks which you wouldn’t think to bring with you. I’m not complaining just suggesting. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here it’s a great size for our family and it’s easy to get to
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleksandra

Liked: Staff & service
Staff was awesome and it was pet friendly. Light in our bathroom didn’t work and pullout couch was broken
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025