Colonial Inn Tamworth

3.5 star property

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Front of property
Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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519 Armidale Road, East Tamworth, NSW, 2340
  • Place, Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Powerhouse Park - Leash Free Area
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Australian Country Music Hall of Fame
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamworth, NSW (TMW)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room (2 Double Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Queen, Double & Bunk Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Rooms (1 Queen, 3 Singles and Double Sofa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Average Size (1 Queen and 2 Singles)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room Larger

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Average Size (1 Queen, 1 Single and 1 Bunk)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Rooms (1 Queen, 1 Double, 1 Single, and Sofa)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Queen Room Upstairs

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room (Queen and Double beds)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tamworth

Located in East Tamworth within a mile (2 km) of Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum, Colonial Inn Tamworth is within 2 miles (3 km) of Powerhouse Park - Leash Free Area. This 33-room, 3.5-star motel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Powerhouse Park - Leash Free Area - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Australian Country Music Hall of Fame - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • TAFE New England Tamworth Campus - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tamworth Station - 3 min drive
  • Tamworth, NSW (TMW) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bison Smokehouse & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Calala Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carlo's IGA Plus Liquor Calala - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Colonial Inn Tamworth

Guests of Colonial Inn Tamworth enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and free newspapers. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
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

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.
Property Registration Number 2340

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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Colonial Inn Tamworth
Colonial Tamworth
Colonial Inn Tamworth Motel
Colonial Inn Tamworth East Tamworth
Colonial Inn Tamworth Motel East Tamworth

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Colonial Inn Tamworth?

This motel is situated in East Tamworth, close to Tamworth Capitol Theatre, Big Golden Guitar Tourist Centre, and Tamworth Regional Entertainment Conference Centre. You'll also find Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre and Australian Country Music Hall of Fame within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Colonial Inn Tamworth?

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

Is there a spa at Colonial Inn Tamworth?

Spa services at the motel include massages.

Does Colonial Inn Tamworth include a casino at the property?

No, Colonial Inn Tamworth doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Colonial Inn Tamworth?

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

Is Colonial Inn Tamworth a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool plus some guestrooms include Netflix and free WiFi.

Does Colonial Inn Tamworth have a hot tub?

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

Does Colonial Inn Tamworth have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Colonial Inn Tamworth offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Colonial Inn Tamworth allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Colonial Inn Tamworth though service animals are welcome.

Does Colonial Inn Tamworth have connecting rooms available?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Colonial Inn Tamworth?

The closest major airport to Colonial Inn Tamworth is Tamworth, NSW (TMW), which is 7.9 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Colonial Inn Tamworth?

Yes, some guestrooms at Colonial Inn Tamworth offer a balcony/patio.

Colonial Inn Tamworth Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 713 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 713 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 713 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 713 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 713 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was all good nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

leanne

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Catriona

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Had all the amenities needed for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was well appointed, beautiful modern bathroom, and the free Continental breakfast and dining room was exceptional. Would recommend as great value for money, would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Staff & service
Old motel but serves a purpose
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Value and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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8/10 Good

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, quiet . Included a nice continental breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We will stay with you again, next time in Tamworth
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann-maree

Liked: Staff & service
Cheap and cheerful you got what you paid for, great price, the breakfast and service was was good 😊 I would stay there again for a budget motel .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Des

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Leaked - cockroaches - very few people stayed at this location - I was the only person to use the breakfast facilities Would not stay there again Once a big motel now run down
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very old motel, noisy and felt uneasy there. Staff was lovely. No utensils not even a spoon for a cuppa.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Shayne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It un safe place to stay fights all night will not be going back there
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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6/10 Okay

Lorraine

That’s the room was finished when we got there and the lady didn’t put pillow case on and she didn’t vacuumed aswell
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool was nice and cool. Office helped with any requests.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Lyall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the opportunity to sit outside in the sun during the morning. We appreciated the sole person running the motel as she was unable to get staff to assist her.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Quiet

Quiet, clean and comfortable but the handbasin leaked water everywhere in the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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6/10 Okay

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In a quiet area with easy parking. It was very hard to get the water temperature to a comfortable level in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean tidy and caring
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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6/10 Okay

Deborah

Breakfast was included in dining room. Room was a good size. and off the main road. It is old and there were tiny bugs in the tiles in the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Robbie

Looked like a brothel was running out of this place so I didn’t even get to reception. Keep my money. I’m not coming back here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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4/10 Poor

Lance

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty, poor service, non working TV, stained sheets, unable to access breakfast area....
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Campbell

It is was a reasonable property. It needs a little TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Propery is very run down, carpets are filthy, no working wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024