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Murray River Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Swan Hill with free parking

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Interior
Balcony
Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Murray River Motel offers a peaceful garden setting and a refreshing seasonal pool. Enjoy free WiFi, a convenient bar, and conference facilities. The staff receives consistently positive reviews for their helpful service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 10 - Sep 11
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Tomorrow

Sep 11 - Sep 12
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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard Twin/Triple) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Standard Twin/Triple)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Standard Single/Double) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom (Standard Single/Double)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Deluxe Single/Double)

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Deluxe Single/Double) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Deluxe Single/Double)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Deluxe Twin/Triple)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Swan Hill is home to Murray River Motel. The Giant Murray Cod and Swan Hill Clock Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Woorinen South Bushland Reserve and Goschen Bushland Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Swan Hill Racecourse Bowls Club or Sonic Speedway. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
481 Campbell Street, Swan Hill, VIC, 3585

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Settlement Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swan Hill Racecourse Bowls Club - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swan Hill River Park - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Giant Murray Cod - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Swan Hill Clock Tower - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Pira Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arc - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Java Spice - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The 202 Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Murray River Motel

Property highlights
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and conference space at Murray River Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Free train station pick-up, a banquet hall, and 1 meeting room
  • Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Murray River Motel offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7 AM - 9 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8 AM - 8 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from October 31 to April 01
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Golden Chain Murray River Motel Swan Hill
Golden Chain Murray River Motel
Golden Chain Murray River Swan Hill
Golden Chain Murray River
Murray River Motel Motel
Murray River Motel Swan Hill
Golden Chain Murray River Motel
Murray River Motel Motel Swan Hill

Frequently asked questions

Does Murray River Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Murray River Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Murray River Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Murray River Motel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Murray River Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Murray River Motel located?

Situated in Swan Hill, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Pioneer Settlement Museum and Swan Hill Racecourse Bowls Club. The Giant Murray Cod and Swan Hill River Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Murray River Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 379 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 379 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 379 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 379 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 379 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. Easy check-in and check-out. Just a nice little cosy motel. We will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, friendly staff, close to dining and shopping venues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marlin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Neat and tidy little motel with a nice bit of character. We enjoyed our stay other than the domestic disputes which occurred each night in the room next to ours and whilst this isn't the motels fault not much was done to stop the carry on.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Low end motel that is a bit tired but is fine for an overnight stay .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Amenities
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed very comfortable, good shower and great to have microwave, kettle and toaster with plates and cutlery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The facility suited my needs for a clean one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to deal with. Very helpful for a group of 12
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the fact the hotel had a bar and bbq area near the pool, great for families
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners are very welcoming, the rooms are excellent and its a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the motel in regard to everything except the parking, a bit tight
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to good breakfast options. Kids loved the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

Spacious deluxe room

Deluxe rooms are quiet, very spacious, had a table, a couch, queen and single bed. Room was near the pool, was great on a 37 degree day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel was clean, comfortable, and proved to be a good value stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyronne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beside the bed everything else was great,
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, clean room and lovely fresh fluffy towels.

6/10 Okay

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay overnight. Convenient, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - close to attractions, rooms exceptionally clean, friendly staff and great value for money. Would highly recommend Murray River Motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anjie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A nice little hotel for the price. Room was very small and bathroom too but it was clean. We stayed 3 nights and I wouldn't really recommend that but for a nights stopover then perfect . Lovely owners . A bit far to walk to town but still doable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rizkia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel. Clean. Lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shawn

Liked: Staff & service
good value and good price.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

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