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The Riversleigh

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, steps from Nicholson St. Gallery

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Front of property - evening/night
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, electric kettle
Lounge
The Riversleigh provides a quiet getaway with continental breakfast included and views of beautiful gardens. Guests relax on the sunny terrace or visit the on-site cafe for coffee, with WiFi available in all rooms to stay connected while unwinding.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe King with Spa | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King with Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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TV

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Suite | Living area | TV

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King Twin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Queen | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Queen

7.2 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe King | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
1 Nicholson Street, Bairnsdale, VIC, 3875

What's nearby

  • Nicholson St. Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St Mary's Catholic Church - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bairnsdale Historical Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Bairnsdale Regional Health Service - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Bairnsdale Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bairnsdale RSL - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bairnsdale Sporting and Convention Centre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mitchell River Tavern - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Riversleigh

Upscale bed & breakfast near Nicholson St. Gallery
Located close to Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre, The Riversleigh provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at The Riversleigh feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1885
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.05 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.05 percent

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riversleigh B&B Bairnsdale
Riversleigh Bairnsdale
Riversleigh
The Riversleigh an Ascend Member
The Riversleigh Bairnsdale
The Riversleigh Bed & breakfast
The Riversleigh Bed & breakfast Bairnsdale

Frequently asked questions

Is The Riversleigh pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Riversleigh?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Riversleigh?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Riversleigh?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Riversleigh located?

Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is steps from Nicholson St. Gallery and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre. Koala Trail and Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre are also within 25 mi (40 km). Bairnsdale Station is 12 minutes by foot.

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