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Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and dishwasher.

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a grey sofa, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A kitchen with white mugs, teapots, a kettle, a coffee machine, and a stack of plates.

Queen Plus Single Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE EXECUTIVE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ararat is home to Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn. Ararat Former Town Hall and Moyston War Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chalambar Golf Club and Montara Winery. Visit our Ararat travel guide
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96 High Street, Ararat, VIC, 3377

What's nearby

  • Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ararat Former Town Hall
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alexandra Gardens Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gum San Chinese Heritage Center
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ararat Community College Nature Reserve
    4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ararat Station
    2 min walk
  • Avalon Airport (AVV)
    135 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC
    4 min walk
  • Gardens Lake Cafe
    12 min walk
  • Sede Cafe
    11 min walk
  • Waack's Ararat Bakery
    8 min walk
  • Ararat Noodle Bar
    8 min walk

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10.50 to 30 per person

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10.5 to 30 per person
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 5 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM– midnight for a fee of AUD 5.

What time is check-out at Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn located?

Situated in Ararat, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Ararat and Grampians Visitor Information Centre, Ararat Former Town Hall, and Alexandra Gardens Park. Kokoda Park and Gum San Chinese Heritage Center are also within 1 mi (2 km). Ararat Station is only a 2-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Ararat Southern Cross Motor Inn Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, nice rooms, best in town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at front was very refreshing,room was nice and clean plus large shower. We do about 6 trips to melbourne and very happy with our stop over
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mylaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly. I have had a great stay here, it’s quiet and it close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and exceptionally clean. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean room with easy parking. Friendly host. Close to shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and rsl had a nice meal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well laid out and the staff were more then helpful - the full breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Glennis

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Large room, super clean. Very comfortable bed. Close to the hest keal at the Blue duck hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly and easy checkin, located near dining options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the cleanliness of the place and the polite staff. Over very happy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for train travellers, easy walk to the shopping area and local places to eat. Excellently clean bathroom & room space. I highly recommend this location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

TONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was very clean and neat, the room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff were lovely people. Very happy with my stay and will definitely stay here again if I come back to Ararat
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, everything in good working order very comfortable bed, and it was very quiet through the night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Great Value

Great little Motel in Ararat. Room was very clean and bed very comfortable. All linen and towels very clean and great location with most things within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
perfectly clean, perfect staff, but looking a little dated for the price charged
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were amazing . very pleasant to deal with and extremely helpful . The rooms we booked (2) rooms were very clean and tidy .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in a King room and everything was presented as advertised. Exceptionally clean and well maintained, nice room amenities. Hassle free check in and out. Easy walking distance to main street and traffic noise was minimal even being on the main hwy side. I would recommend 👌.
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10/10 Excellent

sharyn

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

Very Comfy& quiet

Very comfortable, very quiet for a main road. .spacious. Everything we needed and more for a country weekeend away. Bed was amazing. Heater also perfect. Thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This motel has been around for ever. The rooms look like they have had an upgrade and are very comfortable. I wasn't a fan of the large square shower outlet but plenty of room in the bathroom. Bed was comfortable. Towels replaced for our second of the 2 nights,that was nice. Our room had a full verandah and was great as it rained all day. half the rooms dont have this option so be careful when selecting. The room had good glasses but small mugs. Had knifes, forks and spoons. Plates but only a small microwave. No other cooking was allowed. There is a RSL club and a couple of pubs all in walking distance. Right in town but on the main road. Id does have I think Triple glazed windows that kept most of the road noise out. Easy in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large, comfortable, fresh and quiet to say we were on the roadside. Graham was very friendly and helpful to guide us to where to visit in town. Big TV, everything else you need. Thanks so much would definitely recommend the place to anyone who is visiting Ararat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, easy check in and out. Room very clean, and parking no drama. Next trip to Ararat we will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious comfortable room in quiet location. Close proximity to food options. Easy car parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanne and Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was good and was unseen from road. The room had everything needed for a stay. Nice and spacious also.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024