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Blue Shades Motel

4.0 star property
Business district escape with a garden retreat and outdoor pool - travelers find a peaceful spot to relax while staying connected to city attractions

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Family Loft, Pool View | Living area | 32-inch TV with digital channels, streaming services - Blue Shades Motel (Maryborough)
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle - Blue Shades Motel (Maryborough)
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Blue Shades Motel sits in the business district but offers a surprising retreat from urban energy. Guests can relax in the garden or cool off with a swim in the outdoor pool. The property provides practical laundry facilities, and the staff knows how to make visits trouble-free.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Loft, Pool View | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Loft, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Portable fan
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2023
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Maryborough, Blue Shades Motel is in the business district. Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Baddow Island Conservation Park and Police Paddock Conservation Park. Snorkeling offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Maryborough travel guide
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35-39 Ferry Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650

What's nearby

  • Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum showing heritage architecture and a house
    Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Queens Park
    Queens Park
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Mary Poppins Statue featuring signage and a statue or sculpture
    Mary Poppins Statue
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum featuring interior views
    Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum
    2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station
    17 min walk
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    34 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • White Lion Hotel
    2 min drive
  • Old Sydney Hotel
    2 min drive
  • KFC
    17 min walk
  • Club Crepery
    14 min walk

About this property

Blue Shades Motel

Upscale motel in Central Maryborough, remodeled in 2023
Blue Shades Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Shades Motel offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, 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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Blue Shades
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel Maryborough
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Comfort Inn Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel
Blue Shades Maryborough
Maryborough Comfort Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Shades Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Blue Shades Motel 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 Blue Shades Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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 Blue Shades Motel?

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

Where is Blue Shades Motel located?

Located in Central Maryborough, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum, Portside, and Station Square Shopping Centre. Baddow Island Conservation Park and Queens Park are also within 1 mi (2 km). Maryborough Station is 17 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Blue Shades Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 469 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Amenities
Very clean rooms, aircon very effective, staff extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable and spacious. Itnis also old
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room and the staff were lovely. Great place to stay and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and secure, spacious spot to sleep on a long road trip to Brisbane.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and a great room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much! Appreciated that free room upgrade to better accommodate my mum’s mobility issues and it was such a relief to be able to do some washing in the laundry room on the at. Lovely family running this motel and would both recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Keren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated having lots of cutlery and crockery in the cupboard, plus a big fridge, and microwave. Kids loved having the loft to sleep in. Convenient location, easy to find and close to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff at Reception
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property had great mattresses. So comfortable. Everything was just great. Thanks folks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant motel nice clean tidy rooms Would be happy to stay again when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Eduard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check-in and was good accommodation for our needs. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was extremely friendly, the room was exactly what we needed for our two night stay. I would recommend the Blue Shades Motel Maryborough to anyone. All in all it was a very pleasant stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
safe quiet convenient a nd easy parking .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host & quiet, clean property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

KRISHNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

David

It was good rooms nice tidy good meals at hotel across the road
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best showers, spotlessly clean,plentyof counter space. Plus a pub with great meals next door
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy, quite an clean.. will stay again in the future
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
always friendly and rooms clean and well maintained
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

chris

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

Comfortable beds

Very comfortable beds, tastefully redecorated and spacious. Some more crockery would be helpful - 3 of us had to share one coffee mug.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very spacious rooms, like a home away from home. The bed is big and comfy, they have a small kitchen which servs breakfast only but there is a nice little pub, 1 mins walk away that puts on great meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and really nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Modest place but very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes

Nice and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024