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The Old Parkes Convent

4.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance between peaceful moments in the garden and active exploration with bike rentals at this tranquil retreat

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi - The Old Parkes Convent (Parkes)
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The Old Parkes Convent, located in a shopping district, offers a peaceful escape with garden views from its terrace. Guests enjoy a full breakfast, borrow bikes to explore, or relax with in-room WiFi. Past visitors consistently praise their experience here.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Top of the Chapel)

  • Garden view
  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Music Room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Music Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Parkes, The Old Parkes Convent is in the historical district and near the airport. Parkes Golf Club and Forbes Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bushmans Hill Reserve and Goobang National Park. Parkes Showgrounds and CSIRO Parkes Observatory are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Parkes travel guide
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33 Currajong Street, Parkes, NSW, 2870

What's nearby

  • Cooke Park
    Cooke Park
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Memorial Hill Lookout
    Memorial Hill Lookout
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bushmans Hill Reserve
    Bushmans Hill Reserve
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Henry Parkes Centre
    Henry Parkes Centre
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • CSIRO Parkes Observatory
    CSIRO Parkes Observatory
    18 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Parkes Station
    10 min walk
  • Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fu Yuan Chinese Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Bella's
    4 min walk
  • Parkes Services Club
    7 min walk
  • French Taste Bakery
    6 min walk
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk

About this property

The Old Parkes Convent

Upscale bed & breakfast in a shopping district
Free full breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at The Old Parkes Convent. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at The Old Parkes Convent feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • Balconies or patios, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1923
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave on request
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Old Parkes Convent pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Old Parkes Convent?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Old Parkes Convent?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Old Parkes Convent located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Cooke Park and Bushmans Hill Reserve. Memorial Hill Lookout and Parkes Showgrounds are also within 1 mi (2 km). Parkes Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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

The Old Parkes Convent Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Gregor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Peace and quiet and very comfortable bef
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Colin is an excellent host. The rooms are clean and the bed comfy. A delight to stay in such characterful accommodation on our trip.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old world charm with spacious and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Knox

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge, as it is a former dormitory. It has a full kitchen and bathroom. It is furnished with older furniture to suit the building, but is well maintained and comfortable. A great, somewhat quirky, experience.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness
Very unique property. Was like staying at grandma’s. Very old school, but had everything you need. Plenty of heating, very clean, a cosy bed, Foxtel and they leave you a breakfast to cook for yourself in the fridge.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and charming, Authentic period features and location, you can see the history in the building and area. aircon/gas fire/Electric Blankets are provided and are essential for the cold months of the year (July) in Parkes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and is certainly “a step back in time” as it was built in 1910.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very large space, a step back in time that was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We liked the old world charm, the hospitality of Colin the host, all the utensils and appliances provided, the comfortable furniture and decor, the big desk, the fireplace and the location was quiet but close to the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good but not as nice as 2 years ago
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely cosy stay. Very close to the main street and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hosts, huge room, quirky and fun
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint B&B, plently of space and close the centre of town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The ground floor Music Room is very comfortable and well-equipped. We especially appreciated the access to a laundry and drying facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the uniqueness of the property and apartment. It was very cosy and made me feel very much like I was on a vacation! Additionally, the bed was very comfortable, space to spread out was fantastic, and the kitchen and breakfast was everything we needed!
Stayed 1 night in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully presented historic property in the heart of Parkes. Being pet friendly our dogs got to enjoy it too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

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

Comfortable stay in Parkes

We had 1 night here. Although old-style accommodation, it was excellent, with a lot of character and charm. We were in the "Music Room", which was enormous (really a whole apartment). The bed was very comfortable. Everything we needed was there. The outdoor seating areas were good, although it was a bit too hot for us to use them much. The breakfast supplies were very generous. Located within few minutes' walk of the main street. Would definitely recommend as an alternative to a standard motel room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were surprised by the size of the room and how beautifully it was appointed. Would be great for a family. The facilities were spotless and in character with the era which made for a unique and pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were very welcoming everything exceeded expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greeted by Colin, Miss Til (little terrier) and immediately felt the old world charm. Colin showed us to our very spacious, butt cosy self contained apartment and explained the history - the 'room' had been the homework/study area for female students.... " A place of learning and discipline'. Very light and airy with a quaint little verandah, comfortable kitchen - everything we needed, even bathrobes. A plentiful breakfast, we wanted for nothing....and the bed gave us a great night's sleep. Would recommend this charming piece of local history. Thank you Colin...and Miss Til!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at this place. From the moment of our arrival, Colin made us and our two young children feel very welcome. The kids loved the lemons picked straight from the tree - and the chickens. The room was so interesting and very comfortable. It was clean and warm. The breakfast items set us up perfectly for another day on the road. We would highly recommend this lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Kevin

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

Dont bother

Interestingly after reading the other reviews on this b & b we really had to disagree with previous ratings. Our check in was 4pm - I have to say this was the first time in hundreds of stays all over the world that we had such a late check in. We had arrived after a long day of travel at 3pm hoping for an early (and I say that with toungue in cheek) checkin. After ringing the bell a few times it was evident that no-one was on the premises. At 4.15 my husband actually rang the mobile no. to be told he was on his way and would be a minute. Closer to 4.30 he rocked up saying that he was at a luncheon. Great start. I asked what time check out was assuming it would be later than the 10am usual but no, it was 10. We were shown our tired, and freezing cold room and although it had character there were numerous issues from broken fridge door handles to loose unsafe stairs to name a couple. It took about 2 hrs to heat the large room and for us to feel comfortable. I really would look elsewhere if you want value for money and good old fashioned hospitality. I think the owners are really resting on their past reviews and reputation. We absolutely wont be back. It was the worst place we stayed on our road trip.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the old world feeling and decor of this fabulous accomodation. Gorgeous comfy king bed , two fireplaces , we used the one that was gas and easy to light ! Also it was great to have breakfast supplied so that we could cook it when we wanted to , to have an early driving start .
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A true gem! A very happy find with hosts who have clearly restored life back into this amazing piece of history with an eye for detail and a loving approach. Looking forward to returning again some day and sending family and friends who we know will appreciate this beautiful place as much as we do.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019