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4.1 out of 5

"Great place for a quick stop over " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 07 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

At Rubicon Hotel Motel, you'll be 9 km (5.6 mi) from Alexandra G56 Bushland Reserve and 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from McKenzie Nature Conservation Reserve. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant, and free self parking.

This hotel has free WiFi in public areas and a garden.

Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-star Thornton hotel include Acheron River-Taggerty Streamside Reserve and Snobs Creek Wildlife Reserve.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
NZ$105* Per night/room 29 Apr. - 30 Apr.

Triple Room (Double and Single)

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 3 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Rubicon Hotel Motel ratings based on 146 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Rubicon Hotel Motel

Everyone (97) Couples (24) Family (16)
2 out of 5
I don't normally review...but hairs on the shower wall and a finger nail left on the bed side table. Disgusting!

Posted by on 15 Apr. 2024

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5 out of 5
Great

Posted by on 14 Apr. 2024

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4 out of 5
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Posted by on 23 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Great place for a quick stop over

Posted by on 7 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Been staying here a few times. Always clean

Posted by on 6 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Excellent service by all staff. Very friendly staff. Clean room. Would recommend to all

Posted by on 5 Feb. 2024

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5 out of 5
Friendly staff, handy pizza in a van option. Parking right outside your accomodation.

Posted by on 13 Jan. 2024

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 27 Dec. 2023

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5 out of 5
The room was clean comfortable and spacious. Had a meal in the dining room where the service and staff were excellent. The food was delicious. Would definitely go back and recommend.

Posted by on 11 Nov. 2023

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5 out of 5
Older style hotel but absolutely spotless, everyone was fantastic too. Great hidden gem!

Posted by on 9 Nov. 2023

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. Rubicon Hotel Motel also features a garden and an ATM. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Thornton hotel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Rubicon Hotel Motel offers 28 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable television is provided. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Electric kettle
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

Rubicon Hotel Motel has a restaurant on site.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 10 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 3 PM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Reception hours are 8:30 AM-5 PM on Friday.

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Monday: 8:30 AM - 5 PM
  • Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 3 PM
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • 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 not 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 available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is 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 not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.2 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Rubicon Hotel Motel Thornton
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  • Rubicon Thornton
  • Rubicon Hotel Motel Hotel
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National Rating

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

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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.