The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn

4.0 star property
Motel in Goondiwindi with free parking

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Spa
Front of property - evening/night
Spa
Lobby
Standard Room | View from room

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Anderson Street, Goondiwindi, QLD, 4390
  • Place, Goondiwindi Visitor Centre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Goondiwindi Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Twin Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Goondiwindi

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn is located within a mile (2 km) of Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park and Goondiwindi Visitor Centre. This 4-star motel welcomes guests with 50 rooms and conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Goondiwindi Visitor Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Goondiwindi Riverwalk Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A and M Lehman Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Goondiwindi Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Batesy's Bread Basket - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Queensland Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Victoria Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bao Bao Chinese Restaurant - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn

Motel in Goondiwindi with free parking
The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn features an outdoor pool, WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. Free parking is available if you drive. Helpful staff is there to provide a safe deposit box at the front desk, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Saturday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Sunday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 wireless internet in public areas: AUD 5.00 per stay (rates may vary)

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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Goondiwindi
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

As of Sep 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn on Oct 6, 2025 start from $108.69, excluding 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 is there to do within easy reach of The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

This motel is located in Goondiwindi, a short 15-minute walk from Goondiwindi Natural Heritage & Water Park and also 20 minutes on foot from Goondiwindi Riverwalk Trailhead. You'll also find A and M Lehman Park and Goondiwindi Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

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

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a casino?

No, The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

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

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn.

Reviews

The Jolly Swagman Motor Inn Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 217 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gary

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

10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best motel I've stayed in for a long time. Clean, friendly , great staff and under cover parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aaron

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Hi , We arrived at 12-1am and room was next door to washing machines and dryers had to leave asap , rang. Next morning to explain and ask For a credit but can’t get through to reception
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, on-site Restaurant and mostly workers as other guests who were quiet and left early in the morning, so a sleep-in was easy. Plenty of toiletries made available for a single night stay! Spa Bath not working was a let-down, but not advertised as anything other than a private bathroom, so was our fault for getting our hopes up when we saw it. Otherwise it was a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kirk

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

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Nice place to stay

A one night stop over. Very nicely set out room with plenty of space and a comfortable bed. The bathroom was spacious and plenty of room to mkve in the shower. Partially undercover parking and plenty of turning room. Only negative, you need to drive into town for food if you font want KFC which is walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jacque

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Adam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Debbie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfortable, dining on site. Pool available if you wanted. Used as a stop over on the way from Melbourne to goldcoast. Would stop there again .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable. The owners were welcoming and helpful. The motel was conveniently located, with ample parking for larger vehicles.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shoe Box Accommodation for 1 person. No room for luggage easy access unless placed on bed. Cramped kitchen/bedroom option, yet very spacious toilet/bathroom. I would look elsewhere or ask for a bigger room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

OK

It was OK. We picked it because it had the nicest pool, only to discover it could not be used which was frustrating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey, Renmark

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
The jolly swagman was a real delight to stay at, pool area, tennis and spa were all used in our 24 hours there. Situated just other end of Main Street, easy access to all food. Clean and tidy rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the convenience of the motel as it was just off the highway. The restaurant was there and walking distance to other food outlets. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherree, Benalla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay, clean and tidy, Safe. Excellent rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Murray

Liked: Staff & service
It was OK. Not overly great, not bad. Some damaged fixtures in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can’t believe they have single beds. No advertising this when booked
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most comfortable motel bed I’ve stayed in. Spacious shower
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel has been recently refurbished - the beds and fittings are brand new and they're great. Terrific value for money, and the managers are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024