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The Palms Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Chinchilla Botanical Gardens

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Children's activities
Twin Room, Multiple Beds | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Point of interest
3 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
3 Bedroom Apartment | Terrace/patio
The Palms Motel offers travelers a genuine connection with nature and a warm reception. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, enjoy breakfast and dinner at The Palms Restaurant, or unwind on the terrace while taking in views of the surrounding gardens.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Multiple Beds | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Multiple Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bedroom Apartment | 2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Chinchilla, The Palms Motel is in a national park. Miles Historical Village and Museum and Jandowae Dam are notable landmarks, and some of the area's popular attractions include Chinchilla Botanical Gardens and Chinchilla Showgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ooralea Racecourse. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Map
64 70 WARREGO HIGHWAY, Chinchilla, QLD, 4413

What's nearby

  • Big Watermelon Slice - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chinchilla Botanical Gardens - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chinchilla Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chinchilla Showgrounds - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Chinchilla Station - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Palms Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Club Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Palms Motel

Upscale motel near Chinchilla Botanical Gardens
Located close to Chinchilla Museum and Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre, The Palms Motel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant, The Palms Restaurant, serves breakfast. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and a bar are available to all guests.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • An area shuttle, luggage storage, and a ballroom
  • A banquet hall
Room features
All guestrooms at The Palms Motel offer comforts such as furnished patios and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Plasma TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Palms Restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 5 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 5 2025 to February 2 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

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 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 15.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Chinchilla Palms Motor Inn
Chinchilla Palms Motor
Palms Motel Chinchilla
Palms Chinchilla
The Palms Motel Motel
The Palms Motel Chinchilla
The Palms Motel Motel Chinchilla

Frequently asked questions

Does The Palms Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Is The Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Palms Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Palms Motel located?

Situated in a national park, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Chinchilla Botanical Gardens, Chinchilla Visitor Information Centre, and Chinchilla Museum. Chinchilla Showgrounds and Chinchilla Weir Camping are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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