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Imperial

Property class: 3

Photo gallery for Imperial

A bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a sign reading "SHENANIGANS," and a rustic interior design.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a picture on the wall.
An outdoor café with wooden tables and metal chairs, a chalkboard menu, and a caution sign on the gate.
A corner seating area with patterned upholstery, a radiator, and a mirror on the wall.
A corner building with a pub and bistro on the ground floor, featuring a brick facade and multiple windows.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov

Explore the area

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458 High St, Maitland, NSW, 2320
  • Place, Hunter Valley Steamfest
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Maitland Regional Art Gallery
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Maitland Showground
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Maitland

At Imperial you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Hunter Valley Steamfest and Maitland Regional Art Gallery. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and tour/ticket assistance. Added amenities include luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .With a stay at this 3-property class Maitland hotel, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Maitland Showground and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Walka Water Works.

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Steamfest - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Maitland Regional Art Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Maitland Showground - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Lake Macquarie - 31 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Newcastle Beach - 39 min drive - 40.6 km

Getting around

  • Maitland Station - 11 min walk
  • Metford Station - 14 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Junction Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lavenders Riverside Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Whistler - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Imperial

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Maitland hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Imperial offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 48-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 48-inch LCD TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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 10:00 AM - 9 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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Imperial.

Property is also known as

Shenanigans Imperial
Shenanigans Imperial Hotel
Shenanigans Imperial Hotel Maitland
Shenanigans Imperial Maitland
Shenanigans At The Imperial Maitland, Greater Newcastle
Imperial Hotel
Imperial Maitland
Imperial Hotel Maitland
Shenanigans at the Imperial

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Imperial?

Imperial offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Imperial?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Imperial on 14 Nov 2026 start from NZ$184, 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 Imperial?

Yep, Imperial has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Imperial?

No, Imperial does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Imperial?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves seafood. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Imperial?

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

Are pets allowed at Imperial?

No, pets are not allowed.

Imperial Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 325 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 325 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 325 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 325 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 325 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional country hotel with old world charm, well kept and hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and the location was convenient. Great with the access to dinner. The available kitchenette was not very well maintained which was unfortunate. The room itself was a good size.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly staff, clean & tidy room, v handy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room and staff was amazing, easy access to parking and easy access to shops
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable as was amenities. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff who looked after us with a late check in an ice bucket for a couple of night caps. Room was tidy and clean Can recommend highly enough
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & food was lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff & food was lovely & affordable
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beds were comfortable, bathrooms were ok, no included breakfast as advertised and loud band down stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good overnight pit stop
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old pub
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cheap nice room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well maintained pub and accommodation in a very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasnt stay, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room convenient location pleasant staff - all I needed for 1 night, will stay again if I need to - highly recommend for the price, excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place 2 park for da night

It a great view and place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was exceptional
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location.Lovely restaurant and cold beer!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good value excellent meal staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026