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Cara Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Maryborough with free parking

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Experience the tranquil atmosphere of this modern hotel, surrounded by lush palm trees and a beautifully landscaped garden.
Compact kitchen area with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, plus a dining table and chairs.
Welcome to our reception area, where guests can check in and enjoy a warm atmosphere with a potted plant and fresh flowers.
Relax by the rectangular pool surrounded by a tiled deck and low brick edge.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, kitchenette, and dining area.

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single) | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Dining

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
196 Walker Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650

What's nearby

  • Maryborough Base Public Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portside - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Queens Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Creek Road Fish & Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Happy Days Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cara Motel

Property highlights
Cara Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cara Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, toasters, and electric kettles

Languages

English

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

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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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 at Cara Motel?

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.

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Cara Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 283 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reception staff just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Casey

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

6/10 Okay

John

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Will stay there next time in town

iT WAS CONVENIENT TO WHERE WE NEEDED TO GO .It was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from staff. A very enjoyable and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, immaculate, and even though I was a late check-in the staff were onsite and happy to help me detach and park my trailer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, rooms were very clean. Really nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and tidy and was beautifully quiet. Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
I found the room spotless and the staff could not do enough to make my stay memorial I would recommend Cara the place to stay when visiting Maryborough
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like I just indicated - quite, clean and very friendly staff - what more do you need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this motel, have stayed there on the two occasions I have stayed in the area. The only motel I have ever stayed at that had room deodoriser in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

GEOFF

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was everything I needed. Owners very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms with renovated bathrooms. Lovely owners

10/10 Excellent

Carenza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean! Friendly, quiet and great value for money. Cafe next door has the best coffee in town!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

NOEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed just the one night. It was quiet, well equipped and comfortable. Very friendly and helpful owners. It will be our choice of motel when we come back to Maryborough.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Lovely well maintained motel.

Loved our stay. you could see the care and maintenance of this motel. Attention to detail and the little things that put the icing on the cake and made you feel at home. Loved meeting Bella the family dog on check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023