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Golden Reef Motor Inn

4.0 star property
This upscale motel near Bendigo Art Gallery offers a peaceful outdoor pool and spa tub retreat, plus convenient laundry services and ticket assistance

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Golden Reef Motor Inn (Strathdale)
Golden Reef Motor Inn offers a quiet escape with a relaxing outdoor pool and spa tub. Travelers appreciate practical amenities like dry cleaning and the on-site bar/deli. The location is close to local attractions including Bendigo Club and the Library.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, Non Smoking (Executive Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (Deluxe Spa Suite)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, Non Smoking | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Strathdale, a neighborhood in Bendigo, is home to Golden Reef Motor Inn. Don't miss out on a visit to Bendigo Botanic Gardens. Visit our Bendigo travel guide
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186 McIvor Road, Strathdale, VIC, 3550

What's nearby

  • Bendigo Club
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Grassy Flat Reservoir Bushland Reserve
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bendigo East Bushland Reserve
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tramways Museum
    3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Lake Weeroona
    5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bendigo Station
    4 min drive
  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    93 min drive

Restaurants

  • Edwards Providore
    3 min drive
  • KFC
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Subway
    3 min drive
  • House of Khong
    3 min drive

About this property

Golden Reef Motor Inn

Upscale motel near Bendigo Art Gallery
Located close to Bendigo Club and Bendigo Library, Golden Reef Motor Inn provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a hot tub, and a snack bar/deli. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Golden Reef Motor Inn boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls and minibars.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Reef Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Golden Reef Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Golden Reef Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Golden Reef Motor Inn located?

Located in Strathdale, this motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bendigo Club and within 3 mi (5 km) of Bendigo Library and Bendigo Art Gallery. Bendigo Botanic Gardens is 4 mi (6.4 km) away.

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Reviews

Golden Reef Motor Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 239 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. With great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was spotless, bed was very comfortable, quiet only 1 complaint the toilet was gurgling all the time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Amenities
Bed was very comfortable & room was very clean for our short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant and friendly staff. Nice and clean room. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stay. Room was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Amenities
Great staff. Very clean & comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable beds, fluffy towels, helpful manager. I would definitely recommend to others and stay again😁
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect for our 5 day stay… clean, secure and had everything we needed. Staff were friendly and accommodating
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable clean room. Friendly and helpful hosts. Enjoyed my stay very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice good service nice place .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to job I was doing and good location to the club.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, large bedroom and bathroom. Good quality towels. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite location about 3km outside of central Bendigo. Easy check in, very clean room with good linen and appliances that worked. Bathroom well fit, only thing I dont like are the low flow shower heads. Overall a very good motel and I would return when next staying in Bendigo. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Great room staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was to a high standard we enjoyed the stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay and defiantly would book again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Susana

Will stay again

Great location for what we needed
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot nice and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and safe and secure motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jinyao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, considering the reasonable price. I love their cat Jessica, so sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean rooms with friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Better than expected
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms, very helpful owners couldn’t do enough for us.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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8/10 Good

Martin

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

Nice motel in Bendigo

Will stay again for sure. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean rooms and hassle free.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023