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Route 66 Motor Inn

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Two Bedroom Apartment
Reception
Two Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Outdoor pool

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Explore the area

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2 Opal Street, Emerald, QLD, 4720
  • Place, Emerald Botanic Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Highlands Visitor Information Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Emerald, QLD (EMD)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Room Upstairs

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen Room Upstairs

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Queen Patio Room

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen Patio Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 44 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Queen room with kitchen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Emerald

At Route 66 Motor Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Emerald Botanic Gardens and Emerald Golf Club. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .Restaurant 66 is open for breakfast and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. On weekday mornings cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Emerald motel include Central Highlands Visitor Information Centre and Emerald Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Botanic Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Central Highlands Visitor Information Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Emerald Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wally McKenzie House - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Emerald Hospital - 2 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Emerald Station - 7 min walk
  • Emerald, QLD (EMD) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Capricornian - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blah Blah Sandwich Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gossips Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Theos - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Route 66 Motor Inn

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. The business-friendly Route 66 Motor Inn also features an outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Emerald motel is smoke free.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front desk safe
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Route 66 Motor Inn offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

This Emerald motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Weekday cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 24 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant 66

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Business services

  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately AUD 24 per person
  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Route 66 Motor Emerald
Route 66 Motor Inn
Route 66 Motor Inn Emerald
Route 66 Motor Inn Motel
Route 66 Motor Inn Emerald
Route 66 Motor Inn Motel Emerald

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Route 66 Motor Inn?

Route 66 Motor Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Route 66 Motor Inn?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Route 66 Motor Inn on 31 Mar 2026 start from NZ$203, 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 parking available at Route 66 Motor Inn?

Yep, Route 66 Motor Inn has a free self car park.

Does Route 66 Motor Inn have a pool?

Route 66 Motor Inn has a pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Does Route 66 Motor Inn have a waterslide?

No, there is no waterslide at Route 66 Motor Inn, but Emerald Aquatic Centre is a short 13-minute walk away.

What makes Route 66 Motor Inn a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Route 66 Motor Inn.

Does Route 66 Motor Inn serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Route 66 Motor Inn?

No, Route 66 Motor Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Route 66 Motor Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Route 66 Motor Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Route 66 Motor Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Route 66 Motor Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Emerald Golf Club is a short 11-minute walk away.

Route 66 Motor Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 270 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room. great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cade

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Holand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Merril

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and modern and staff were very very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable and well equipped.. good sized fridge which was very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, location and room size. Clean, modern and nice. Internet fantastic and quick. Tv had all the right apps Only issue i had was the rtv emote batteries were flat. Called reception and said to schedule it in and let him know. Never came back to me or fixed this small issue.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

KIM-LOUISE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean neat well set out rooms. Had all i needed Great bed and linen. Clean and very pretty establishment with lovely surroundings. I felt safe and secured.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Connor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good even location to shops
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, the bed was comfortable after a long day on the road.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean rooms, friendly staff, nice food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

carols

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location. Tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and tidy. Crockery & cutlery supplied. Very useful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! The facilities are excellent, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the food is amazing. Highly recommend for a comfortable and enjoyable stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed there cooking
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel with great facilities, friendly service, and a fantastic on-site restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

KALUKUMARA, Bundaberg

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Conveniently close to shops , and great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything was great, management friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy instructions on how to access unit. Unit is very modern, lovely tiles, rain head shower and full sized fridge
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was very accomodating and the room is clean & spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexia

Liked: Staff & service
Easy check-in process, comfortable beds and I like the amenities in the motel style kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was a nice place for a quick trip
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025