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Melville House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse in Lismore with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Breakfast area
Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Blue Pearl Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Property entrance
Seasonal outdoor pool
Melville House offers a refined guesthouse experience with a beautiful garden and seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available in common areas, and the helpful luggage storage service lets visitors explore unencumbered before or after check-in.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Jacaranda Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Jacaranda Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Jacaranda Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Juparana Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Juparana Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Juparana Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Blue Pearl Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Blue Pearl Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Blue Pearl Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Southern Cross Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Southern Cross Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Southern Cross Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Carrera Room)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Carrera Room) | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Carrera Room)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Detached private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Pillowtop beds, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Lismore is home to Melville House. Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens and Lismore Showgrounds are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Lismore Produce Market and Lismore Car Boot Market. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
267 Ballina Road, Lismore, NSW, 2480

What's nearby

  • Southern Cross University - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lismore Base Hospital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lismore Workers Golf Club - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Koala Care Centre - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Lismore Showgrounds - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lismore Station - 3 min drive
  • Lismore, NSW (LSY) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪East Lismore Bowls Club - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Love Bros - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Melville House

Upscale guesthouse
Melville House provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Melville House include comforts such as private pools and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like separate dining areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Separate dining areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Private pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • DVD player
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from September to May

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Melville House Lismore
Melville Lismore
Melville House Guesthouse Lismore
Melville House Lismore
Melville House Guesthouse
Melville House Guesthouse Lismore

Frequently asked questions

Does Melville House have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Melville House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Melville House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Melville House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Melville House?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Melville House located?

Situated in Lismore, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of Southern Cross University, Lismore Base Hospital, and Rotary Park Rainforest Remnant. Lismore Produce Market and Robinson's Lookout are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Melville House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 396 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 396 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 396 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 396 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 396 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Romy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in, super friendly staff, clean comfy stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

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

MARVELLOUS MELVILLE HOUSE

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This 1940’s property is unique. It was clean and staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
It’s a charming property a little run down but still a lovely house with period pieces and artwork
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Property was lovely, manager was unfriendly and unwelcoming to start with though he did improve by the next day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

4/10 Poor

Mary-Ellen

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, comfortable and well appointed and suited the building,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Melville was one of the best appointed places we've stayed.If you needed it it was there already, no asking. The staff were some of the most friendly you could encounter. We'll definable be back. Bob
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mishka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet, pleasant and a sense of faded grandeur
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice small hotel with continental breakfast included,nice garden with a swimming pool. Tv was not working but they came quickly to have it fixed. Wifi works great.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful herritage home built early 1900's by Lismores first doctor. They have gone to great lengths to preserve the original building & style. Great value, clean, friendly staff, decent breakfast and brilliant shared kitchen. It will be interesting to see if Melville House continues to hold the high standard & care it's previous owner dedicated her life to.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, easy checkin, comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Character of the home. A true classic. A bit of a walk into town if you dont want to drive. Couldnt get any sound out of TV but only watched tennis and dont normally have sound on anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly with a great welcoming attitude
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, looking a touch old, but grand house
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy, spacious, welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Unique heritage art deco location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Melville house has got character and charm so it’s quite unique. It’s very good value, easily accessible, clean room with all the facilities you need. There’s continental breakfast. A large pool and garden which is very pleasant. Would definitely come again if was waiting to stay in Lismore or surrounds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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