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Cara Motel

3.5 star property
Travelers find relaxation at the outdoor pool of this conveniently located motel, where free self parking and attentive staff enhance the experience

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A swimming pool with a tiled deck, lounge chairs, and a covered patio area. - Cara Motel (Maryborough)
A reception desk with framed certificates, a plant, and a window with blinds. - Cara Motel (Maryborough)
A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a microwave. - Cara Motel (Maryborough)
A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a glass table with chairs. - Cara Motel (Maryborough)
A motel with a palm tree, a sign reading "CARA MOTEL," and a gated entrance. - Cara Motel (Maryborough)
Cara Motel, near local attractions, offers a refreshing retreat. Guests love the outdoor pool after exploring, plus practical amenities like free self parking, in-room WiFi, and express check-out. The helpful staff ensures visitors feel welcome throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a brick-patterned wall.

Family Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a glass table with chairs.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

A room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a microwave.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with a brick wall, a bed with a colorful quilt, a green armchair, a table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a lamp.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single)

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

DOUBLE QUEEN BED NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin STANDARD

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Maryborough is home to Cara Motel. Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial and Maryborough War Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Baddow Island Conservation Park and Police Paddock Conservation Park. Visit our Maryborough travel guide
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196 Walker Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650

What's nearby

  • Jacob Park
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Moffat Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • R W Lupton Park
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Portside
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
    5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station
    3 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Red Rooster
    3 min drive
  • Maryborough Sports Club
    4 min drive
  • Concord Street Coffee
    3 min drive
  • White Lion Hotel
    2 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free covered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early 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
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

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

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cara Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cara 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 Cara Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cara Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Cara Motel located?

Situated in Maryborough, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Jacob Park and Ted Beddows Park. Moffat Park and R W Lupton Park are also within 10 minutes.

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

Cara Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 307 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 307 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 307 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 307 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 307 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was imacculately clean, the owner was so lovely (even after I accidentally broke his flower pots), and the water preasure in the shower was amazing. Definitely a kid friendly place. We were offered toys and games as soon as we arrived. Would definitely stay again next time we come through there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Gus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Place was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family members enjoyed the pool. Handy location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and felt very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the hospital, had a comfortable night's sleep, and the property was clean. The coffee from the espresso bar next door was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

ANNE

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Reception staff just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk staff!!! Room was clean and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean and good value

Clean, quiet and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there for a night but everyone was very nice and welcome. Rooms were clean and it was just a very nice and relaxing night there:)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Doris

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The staff were very helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cara Motel was a great place to stay, reasonably priced, clean, comfortable and close opposite the hospital. The bed was super comfortable. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Noel

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I was surprised at the cleanliness of my room. The bathroom looked to have been renovated and was also very clean. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

David

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We cannot fault the property . We had a friendly warm welcome. We would stay here again. However it is what l would call a good , basic motel .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, loved the shampoo, conditioner etc dispensers and the bickies to have with my cuppa
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Amenities
The staff are extremely helpful and kind. With a late check in they were extremely accommodating. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady at the reception was super helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Great customer service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Sharyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean, parking outside unit, extra pillows and blankets in wardrobe, good shower, supplied with toaster but no plates or knives.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
On check in I asked about "fresh" Milk. Was told it was in the fridge. No "Fresh" milk but little containers. No service to room over weekends - I do like fresh linen and towels. Considering the price I would have thought the above would be minimum.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay for an overnighter. Clean, a small but good bathroom, strong and shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and would choose again and would recomend.
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10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,clean room, good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very affordable and very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Oswald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival the staff were excellent, motel over all was very clean and tidy exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023