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Rubicon Hotel Motel

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with blinds, a painting on the wall, and a towel on the bed. - Rubicon Hotel Motel (Thornton)
A tree-lined grassy area with a building in the background. - Rubicon Hotel Motel (Thornton)
Outdoor picnic tables with red umbrellas, a building with a sign labeled "TAB", and a parking area with cars. - Rubicon Hotel Motel (Thornton)
A restaurant with booths and tables, wooden ceiling, and patterned carpet. - Rubicon Hotel Motel (Thornton)
A bar area with pool tables, chairs, and a bar counter. - Rubicon Hotel Motel (Thornton)
Consider a stay at Rubicon Hotel Motel and take advantage of a garden, 2 bars, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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A row of single-story buildings with a flat roof and a covered walkway.

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Thornton is home to Rubicon Hotel Motel. Alexandra Golf Course and Anderson Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Alexandra G56 Bushland Reserve and McKenzie Nature Conservation Reserve. Visit our Thornton travel guide
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1362 Taggerty-Thornton Road, Thornton, VIC, 3712

What's nearby

  • A rocky ridge with hikers.
    Cathedral Range State Park
    15 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • Eildon Pondage
    9 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Lake Eildon National Park
    11 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Acheron River-Taggerty Streamside Reserve
    11 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Maroondah Reservoir Park
    11 min drive - 10.4 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL)
    122 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rubicon Hotel-Motel
    1 min walk
  • Maxwell's Upholstery
    13 min drive
  • Eildon Holiday Resort
    6 min drive
  • Cafe' Alex
    11 min drive
  • 4Ways Takeaway & Dyna
    7 min walk

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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

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • ATM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.2 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open Monday - Monday (8:30 AM - 5 PM) and Tuesday - Thursday (8:30 AM - 3 PM)

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.2 percent

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Rubicon Hotel Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rubicon Hotel Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Rubicon Hotel Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Rubicon Hotel Motel located?

Situated in Thornton, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of Alexandra G56 Bushland Reserve, McKenzie Nature Conservation Reserve, and Snobs Creek Wildlife Reserve. Marian Rennie Studio Gallery and Eildon Pondage are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Rubicon Hotel Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 312 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and comfortable. Room renovated well. Shower needs updating with all else good. Enjoyed a relaxing stay. Food at Bistro was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay based around visiting a very sick friend not sight seeing. The food was pretty good and staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good cheap accommodation to explore the beautiful surrounding area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great food an service beds fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rebel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service was great, staff friendly snd helpful. Meat from the bistro was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

abbas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was calm and enjoyable, with a professional and friendly staff, and everything was as it should be. Thank you for everything
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff, lovely shady areas, GF pizzas were the best I have ever had, quiet accom, had everything we needed,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean motel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A comfortable stay in a quiet location

Very clean room with a comfortable bed. Room is alittle dated but great value for money. Rooms are located right next to the pub which has friendly staff and good food at reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maruta

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great priced meals, spacious apartment lovely friendly helpful staff. Great licayion and outdoor eating area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The food at the bistro was very tasty and the room was clean and comfortable, but the exterior of the property was in poor condition in places.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Really nice property and staff. The accommodation was clean, though a little dated. The bistro is excellent with a lot of food options, so very convenient for families and anyone stopping by or staying awhile.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are excellent. Being close to the pub and great dining facilities makes it very convenient. The accommodation was clean and well serviced.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

jochen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit was value for money, staff was ever so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean comfortable and spacious. Had a meal in the dining room where the service and staff were excellent. The food was delicious. Would definitely go back and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent clean and comfortable. Couldn’t really ask for more. Lovely friendly accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here a few times. Always clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it is clean. The shower has good hot water supply. The restaurant on the premise has good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great value. Very clean & comfortable. Friendly, polite staff. The buildings are dated, but everything works, comfortable beds, hot water; & for what i wanted, it was excellent value - & the meals at the Hotel were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Glyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real little gem. Rooms are basic but have everything you need for a short stay, spotlessly clean & cosy. The bistro is a great thing to have in such a small country staff & all the staff we interacted with at the bar & in the bistro were just fantastic. Great experience & would definitely stay again if in the area 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed, we appreciated the early check in. Quiet area. Both lunch and dinner from the bistro was fantastic. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service by all staff. Very friendly staff. Clean room. Would recommend to all
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, handy pizza in a van option. Parking right outside your accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10 Good

Ros

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024