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The Black Bull Motel

4.0 star property

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Twin Premium Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap
Property amenity
Breakfast area
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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54 Argyle Street, Traralgon, VIC, 3844
  • Place, Victory Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Traralgon Bowls Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Traralgon Tennis Association
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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Twin Standard Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Standard Room

  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Premium Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Twin Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Spa Room | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen Spa Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Queen Spa Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Traralgon

The Black Bull Motel places you next to Victory Park and within a 10-minute stroll of other popular attractions like Stockland Traralgon Shopping Centre. This 24-room, 4-star motel has in-room conveniences like furnished balconies, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Victory Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Stockland Traralgon Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Traralgon Bowls Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Traralgon Tennis Association - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Traralgon Recreation Reserve & Showgrounds - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Traralgon Station - 12 min walk
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Food Co, on Franklin - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Malaios Malaysian Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's Traralgon - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sandwich Chefs at The Plaza - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Black Bull Motel

Guests of The Black Bull Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a garden. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
42-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include furnished balconies or patios, microwaves, and coffee makers. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a seasonal 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1970
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - September 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 01 to November 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 10 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The motel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from November to April.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Best Western Strzelecki Motor Ldg
Strzelecki Motor Lodge Traralgon
Strzelecki Motor Lodge
Strzelecki Motor Traralgon
Strzelecki Motor
Strzelecki Motor Lodge
The Black Bull Motel Motel
The Black Bull Motel Traralgon
The Black Bull Motel Motel Traralgon

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Black Bull Motel?

The Black Bull Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Black Bull Motel?

As of Jun 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Black Bull Motel on Jun 6, 2026 start from $96, 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's there to do around The Black Bull Motel?

Located steps from Victory Park, this motel is in Traralgon, and within a 10-minute walk of Traralgon Bowls Club and Stockland Traralgon Shopping Centre. You'll also find Traralgon Recreation Reserve & Showgrounds and Traralgon Tennis Association less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Black Bull Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does The Black Bull Motel include a casino?

No, The Black Bull Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Black Bull Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from November until April.

Is The Black Bull Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a smart TV as well as a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at The Black Bull Motel?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does The Black Bull Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Black Bull Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Black Bull Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Black Bull Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Black Bull Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Black Bull Motel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Black Bull Motel comes with a furnished balcony/patio and some offer courtyard views.

The Black Bull Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and tidy. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. Friendly staff and nice renovated rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Host were nice and friendly. Breakfast was nice. And I even got to charge my EV car with their charger 👏
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great comfortable stay. Loved the proximity close to town Breakfast inclusion was a plus .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable bed, quality linen, very clean, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Santa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and clean place to stay.Great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great room. will definitely come back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were awesome. The room was clean. It was quiet and the parking was close to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

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

Great place to stay with friendly staff

Great friendly staff , room was beautiful and big
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and good accomodation
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel very clean and tidy rooms with comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No fuss, good breakfast, comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

Convention stay

Stay there regularly very happy with the service and the staff
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff very good,place clean &Bonus a great Breakfast 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable, newly renovated, perfect for our overnight stay, location excellent 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to centre of town and our night out.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice place to stay. Staff very friendly. Included breakfast was awesome
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and great location for eating out. Host, Paul pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rooms and great service that Is friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Avinash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient place to stay. Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service and nice clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, comfortable room size. Friendly staff .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well run and clean and comfortable place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the toiletries in the reusable bottles , bed was comfortable and the chocolates and water was an added touch. Breakfast was great too A great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024