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Emerald Central Palms Motel

4.0 star property
Motel in Emerald with a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk
Reception
Exterior
Standard Queen Room | Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Travelers find tranquility at Emerald Central Palms Motel, where The Capricornian restaurant serves local specialties on property. The seasonal outdoor pool provides a refreshing spot to cool off, while WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Executive King Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Executive King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Deluxe Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Queen Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, desk

Standard Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
19 Esmond Street, Emerald, QLD, 4720

What's nearby

  • Emerald Hospital - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Big Easel - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Emerald Racecourse - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Emerald Golf Club - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Wally McKenzie House - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Emerald Station - 17 min walk
  • Emerald, QLD (EMD) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mayfair Ridge Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Blah Blah Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Maraboon Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Emerald Central Palms Motel

Upscale motel
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities at Emerald Central Palms Motel. Be sure to enjoy a meal at The Capricornian, the on-site restaurant. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • A vending machine and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Emerald Central Palms Motel offer perks such as premium bedding and furnished patios, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 80-cm flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Toasters, electric kettles, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Capricornian

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.00 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately AUD 15 to 30 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.00 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
The seasonal pool will be open from September 01 to March 31

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Emerald Central Palms Motel
Central Palms Motel
Emerald Central Palms
The Emerald Central Palms Motel
Emerald Central Palms
Emerald Central Palms Motel Motel
Emerald Central Palms Motel Emerald
Emerald Central Palms Motel Motel Emerald

Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Central Palms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Emerald Central Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Emerald Central Palms Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Emerald Central Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Emerald Central Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Emerald Central Palms Motel located?

Situated in Emerald, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Emerald Hospital, Emerald Racecourse, and Emerald Aquatic Centre. The Big Easel and Emerald Golf Club are also within 15 minutes. Emerald Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Emerald Central Palms Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 67 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place , staff were super friendly bed was great , pillows were great nice and clean . Very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our rooms were very clean, our check-in was smooth & parking wasn’t an issue. Lots of food choices conveniently located so overall, a great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was comfortable, clean, with an excellent restaurant next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

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

Nice stay

Very clean and comfortable Motel close to Cinamas, and Tavern.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet reasonable facilities pleasant staff
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, clean staff very helpful. Bed very comfortable , big TV . Close to dining facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay here every time we go through Emerald. The property is spotless, easy parking and staff are friendly. Walking distance to restaruants and eateries.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotless, comfortable, in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean property, comfortable beds, easy parking. Easy walking to a variety of eateries such as KFC, Pizza Hut, Bakeries, Taverns and Restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great motel, the room was very clean & the beds were very comfortable, the staff were helpful & efficient
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has the best night sleep here. Nice little private patio joined to the room to. Nice and clean, good stop over
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay recommended to everyone
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good quality accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle

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

One short day in Emerald

Great location. Room was spotlessly clean. Bed comfy. Friendly, helpful staff. Very happy with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vasili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

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

Comfortable, quiet and clean

Great room with very comfortable king bed. Very clean, modern and everything you neex for a short stay. Walk a few metres to the Maraboon Tavern for a good dinner. Would stay again if visiting Emerald.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy. Loved the king size bed. Complimentary laundry facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice stay. A great little private area to the rear of the room and a decent size fridge that you didn't have to get on your hands and knees to use.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Nice motel. Good location

Nice quiet motel. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, exceptionally clean and comfortable. The shower is quite small but otherwise a very nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating for larger family’s
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its was quiet . Extremely clean and staff were amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean safe quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very impressed with our stay- very comfy bed, great shower and lovely staff. If I had to say only 1 thing for improvement it would be to add more bins around the place but other than that, top notch very happy with it!

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