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Blue Shades Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Maryborough with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Loft, Pool View | Room amenity
Family Loft, Pool View | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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35-39 Ferry Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650
  • Place, Mary Poppins Statue
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Customs House Interpretive Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 645 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Loft, Pool View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Loft, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Maryborough

Located in Central Maryborough, Blue Shades Motel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and Portside. This 35-room, 4-star motel has an outdoor pool along with free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Portside - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Queens Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mary Poppins Statue - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Customs House Interpretive Centre - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station - 17 min walk
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Old Sydney Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Club Crepery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Blue Shades Motel

Motel in Maryborough with free parking
Renovated in 2023, Blue Shades Motel offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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 on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-7:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Blue Shades Motel?

Blue Shades Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Shades Motel?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Shades Motel on Dec 28, 2025 start from $95.49, 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's there to see around Blue Shades Motel?

This motel is situated in Central Maryborough within a short 12-minute walk of Portside and also 11 minutes on foot from Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum. You'll also find Queens Park and Mary Poppins Statue within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Blue Shades Motel?

Yes, covered self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Blue Shades Motel include a casino?

No, Blue Shades Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Blue Shades Motel?

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

Is Blue Shades Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like streaming services as well as an outdoor pool and a garden.

Does Blue Shades Motel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Blue Shades Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Blue Shades Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Blue Shades Motel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Does Blue Shades Motel have connecting rooms?

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

What is the closest airport to Blue Shades Motel?

The closest major airport to Blue Shades Motel is Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB), which is 24.3 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Blue Shades Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Blue Shades Motel.

Blue Shades Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 465 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 465 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 465 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 465 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 465 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much! Appreciated that free room upgrade to better accommodate my mum’s mobility issues and it was such a relief to be able to do some washing in the laundry room on the at. Lovely family running this motel and would both recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and very helpful. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant motel that needs a few things upgraded or added. Staff were super -thanks! Well located within Maryborough and right on southern exit from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jodie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality of staff and cleanliness of the room were great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The proprietors were very welcoming and obliging, I just felt the property was quite old and not how it was portrayed in the ads. I don’t know where the pool was - couldn’t find it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and secure, spacious spot to sleep on a long road trip to Brisbane.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was nice but felt judged by management
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated having lots of cutlery and crockery in the cupboard, plus a big fridge, and microwave. Kids loved having the loft to sleep in. Convenient location, easy to find and close to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room and the staff were lovely. Great place to stay and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property had great mattresses. So comfortable. Everything was just great. Thanks folks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ron and Margaret

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelle

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at Reception
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was extremely friendly, the room was exactly what we needed for our two night stay. I would recommend the Blue Shades Motel Maryborough to anyone. All in all it was a very pleasant stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

chris

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

Comfortable beds

Very comfortable beds, tastefully redecorated and spacious. Some more crockery would be helpful - 3 of us had to share one coffee mug.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

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

Mid week stay

Great to see new managers at Blue Shades- Friendly and super efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Super clean room. Breakfast options. Room very tidy and comfortable. A c worked great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

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

Mid week stay

Regular stayer and the business is missing the past managers Mel & Jake. The reception was closed and offer of breakfast - not available The place normally well kept and presentable, looked like a shanty
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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