Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

3.0 star property

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Executive Queen Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, towels
Exterior
Standard Family Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Luxury King Suite | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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252 Barker St, Castlemaine, VIC, 3450
  • Place, Old Castlemaine Gaol
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Buda Historic Home & Garden
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bendigo, VIC (BXG)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Queen Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Luxury King Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Executive Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Family Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Luxury King Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Castlemaine

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments places you within a 10-minute stroll of Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station and Kalimna Point. This 20-room, 3-star motel has in-room conveniences like minibars, coffee makers, and LCD TVs.

What's nearby

  • Restorers Barn - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Castlemaine Gaol - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Buda Historic Home & Garden - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Boomtown - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Castlemaine Botanical Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Castlemaine Station - 13 min walk
  • Bendigo, VIC (BXG) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Flags Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Railway Hotel Castlemaine - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shedshaker Taproom - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Love Shack Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taste of the Orient - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

Guests staying at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Minibars, coffee makers, and desks 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

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • A damage deposit of AUD 1 will be collected before check-in.

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20 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 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

This motel in Castlemaine is within a 10-minute walk of Restorers Barn, Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station, and Kalimna Point. You'll also find Buda Historic Home & Garden and Hadfield's Rod Museum less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

As of Jun 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments on Jun 22, 2026 start from $134, 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.

Is there parking available at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

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

Does Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments have a casino on the premises?

No, Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a minibar and a separate bathtub and shower as well as concierge services.

Does Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments have a hot tub?

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

Does Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments though service animals are welcome.

Does Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

The closest major airport to Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments is Bendigo, VIC (BXG), which is 26.7 mi away (41 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments.

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 265 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 265 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 265 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 265 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 265 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good place for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room clean & staff very helpful at allowing us early entry
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room good amenities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless room and very very helpful staff! Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Toby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the King Spa Suite and while very spacious, just a bit tired. It is a motel though...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, excellent shower pressure, free channels on tv, check in process seamless.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pru

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room and bathroom. Comfortable bed and basic amenities including toaster. Internet was reliable and supported multiple devices. Very reasonably priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin, room clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Lovely experience and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big comfortable room, easy walk to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, clean just what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Beck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room as expected
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The internet was good when we were able to log in. All of the communication was done by phone as we did not see anyone onsite. Happy to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Comfortable beds and lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, clean accommodation in a great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room is tidy and comfortable. The bathroom and shower were well looked after. For a three star hotel it punches above its weight.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all round hotel, clean and in good condition, helpful staff and great dining. Location on the edge of town, handy for everything!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay was very comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Val

Liked: Cleanliness
The beds were comfortable & shower good ! Bathroom floor could have been cleaner though Location to town centre good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor

Alexandra

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
If you'd like to live the faulty towers experience, then this may be the place for you. Issues from the get-go when trying to check in, wrong phone numbers/no one on site, incorrect room/s, getting the run-around, and other guests being assigned the same room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size rooms, clean and in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, all amenities were sufficient for our needs and the shower had great water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

MARGOT

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, well appointed. Reception staff friendly and helpful, allowing us early arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025