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4.1 out of 5

"Thankfully I phoned as I booked for 5 but they don’t have roll out beds. They did provide an air mattress thankfully my child is little " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 17 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

At Great Eastern Motor Inn you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Gympie Gold Mining and Historical Museum and 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool, and free self parking.

The restaurant, Geordie's, is open for dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 8:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities such as an off-leash area.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Monkland motel include Shiann Alpacas and Woodworks Museum.

Standard Twin Room, (Room Upstairs) (NO Pets)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$154* Per night/room 27 Apr. - 28 Apr.

Executive Queen Room (No Pets)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Twin Room - Pet Friendly

Bed Count room.options.bedSize.TwinXLBed.Singular Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family 2Bd Studio (No Pets)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Twin Room (No Pets)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Great Eastern Motor Inn ratings based on 191 Verified Reviews

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Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Great Eastern Motor Inn

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3 out of 5
Thankfully I phoned as I booked for 5 but they don’t have roll out beds. They did provide an air mattress thankfully my child is little

Posted by on 17 Feb. 2024

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 23 Jan. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 7 Jan. 2024

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4 out of 5
Simple room with great attention to detail, very comfortable.

Posted by on 2 Nov. 2023

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3 out of 5
Mould in bathroom . Squashed bugs on the pull down blind . Light rail over bed makes sitting up in bed uncomfortable and prone to bumping head on it . Plus not really cheap as far as motels go .

Posted by on 1 Oct. 2023

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4 out of 5
Quiet facility just off the M1. Spacious rooms. Restaurant attached but didn't try as we arrived late.

Posted by on 17 Sep. 2023

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4 out of 5
Found parking very tight

Posted by on 12 Sep. 2023

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4 out of 5
laundry was shut. otherwise, quiet place to stay

Posted by on 7 Sep. 2023

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3 out of 5
False advertise about free wifi but actually no wifi in the room, coffee cups very dirty no amenities to wash the cups...

Posted by on 3 Sep. 2023

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3 out of 5
staff were great. Pillows could be better.

Posted by on 29 Aug. 2023

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About the Great Eastern Motor Inn, Gympie

Location 27 29 Geordie Road, Monkland, QLD 4570

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Great Eastern Motor Inn. Self parking is free. This Monkland motel is smoke free.

  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Gympie Station (4.2 km / 2.6 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Great Eastern Motor Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Satellite television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. This Monkland motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Television
  • Satellite channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM.

Geordie's - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
Guests arriving after 8:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Credit card pre-authorisation
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 per person
  • Pet deposit: AUD 100 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

Hotel Names

  • Best Western Great Eastern Mtr
  • Best Western Great Eastern Mtr Gympie
  • Best Western Great Eastern Mtr Inn Gympie
  • Great Eastern Motor Inn
  • Great Eastern Motor
  • Best Western Gympie
  • Gympie Best Western
  • Great Eastern Motel
  • Great Eastern Motor Inn Motel
  • Great Eastern Motor Inn Gympie
  • Great Eastern Motor Inn Monkland
  • Great Eastern Motor Inn Motel Monkland

You should know

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply. To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.