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Black Rock Inn

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Blackwater Japanese Gardens

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Bar (on property)
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Meeting facility
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Travelers start their day at Black Rock Inn with breakfast at 21 Doon before exploring Blackwater's nature. The hotel offers practical amenities like a bar, business center, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and free self-parking. Guests appreciate the convenient location.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Disabled) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Disabled)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Queen)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment) | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Apartment)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 58 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Blackwater is home to Black Rock Inn. Don't miss out on a visit to Blackwater Japanese Gardens.
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21 Doon Street, Blackwater, QLD, 4717

What's nearby

  • Blackwater Japanese Gardens - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The All Abilities Park - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Blackwater International Coal Centre - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blackwater Country Club - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Blackwater Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Blackwater Station - 3 min walk
  • Emerald, QLD (EMD) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coolabah Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Place - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Black Rock Inn

Upscale motel near Blackwater Japanese Gardens
Located close to Blackwater International Coal Centre and Blackwater Country Club, Black Rock Inn provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a business center. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, 21 Doon, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
Room features
All 72 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 75-cm flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • 21 Doon

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 18 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 75-cm flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee

Check-out

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 2.75 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 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
This property accepts debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Black Rock Inn Blackwater
Smart Stayzzz Inn
Blackwater Smart Stayzzz
Smart Stayzzz
Black Rock Inn Motel
Black Rock Inn Blackwater
Black Rock Inn Motel Blackwater

Frequently asked questions

Is Black Rock Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Black Rock Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Black Rock Inn?

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

Where is Black Rock Inn located?

Situated in Blackwater, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Blackwater Japanese Gardens and Blackwater International Coal Centre. Blackwater Country Club and Blackwater Hospital are also within 1 mi (2 km). Blackwater Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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