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El Kanah Retreat

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Marysville with free parking

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Staircase
Terrace/patio
View from room
Standard Forest Room | Balcony view
Front of property
El Kanah Retreat offers a welcoming atmosphere next to a golf course. Guests can enjoy the arcade/game room and gather around the lobby's fireplace. Amenities include WiFi, free self parking, an elevator, and a conference center for gatherings.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Forest Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Forest Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Premier Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Special Access Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Special Access Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Triple Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
975 Buxton-Marysville Rd, Marysville, VIC, 3779

What's nearby

  • Marysville Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marysville & District Historical Society - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Gallipoli Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Steavenson's Falls - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 10 min drive - 8.5 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Igloo Roadhouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Marysville Country Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Duck Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Keppel Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marysville Take Away - ‬2 min drive

About this property

El Kanah Retreat

Family-friendly hotel adjacent to a golf course
An arcade/game room, a fireplace in the lobby, and a conference center are just a few of the amenities provided at El Kanah Retreat. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises and a banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at El Kanah Retreat feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like minibars and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths, and children's books
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Heating, limited housekeeping, and electrical adapters/chargers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Conference center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 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
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

Property is also known as

El Kanah Retreat Hotel
El Kanah Retreat Marysville
Elkanah Lodge Conference Centre
El Kanah Retreat Hotel Marysville

Frequently asked questions

Is El Kanah Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Kanah Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Kanah Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at El Kanah Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is El Kanah Retreat located?

This family-friendly Marysville hotel is located in a rural location, within 1 mi (2 km) of Marysville Golf Club and Gallipoli Park. Marysville Bushland Reserve and Marysville Beauty Spot Natural Features Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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