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Riviera on Ruthven Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Toowoomba with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Riviera on Ruthven Motel serves as a practical base in South Toowoomba. Travelers connect to WiFi and use the luggage storage while staying here. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the staff's helpfulness and the convenience of on-site dry cleaning services.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Large Family)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Large Family)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Twin Share)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Twin Share) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Budget Twin Share)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking (Family room)

Family Room, Non Smoking (Family room) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Non Smoking (Family room)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Self Contained)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Self Contained) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Self Contained)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Large Family)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Large Family)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
730 Ruthven Street, South Toowoomba, QLD, 4350

What's nearby

  • City Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Toowoomba Base Hospital - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Empire Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Grand Central Shopping Centre - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Queens Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Toowoomba Station - 6 min drive
  • Toowoomba, QLD (WTB-Wellcamp) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai Royal - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Grill'd - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Federal Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪City Golf Club - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Riviera on Ruthven Motel

Motel located in South Toowoomba
Riviera on Ruthven Motel provides free continental breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Riviera on Ruthven Motel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, heating, and daily housekeeping

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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

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.0 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 2.0 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, 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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 62.1 mi (100 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from September to May
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riviera Ruthven Motel Toowoomba
Riviera Ruthven Motel
Riviera Ruthven Toowoomba
Riviera Ruthven
Riviera Ruthven Motel South Toowoomba
Riviera Ruthven South Toowoomba
Riveria on Ruthven
Riviera on Ruthven Motel Motel
Riviera on Ruthven Motel South Toowoomba
Riviera on Ruthven Motel Motel South Toowoomba

Frequently asked questions

Does Riviera on Ruthven Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Riviera on Ruthven 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 Riviera on Ruthven Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riviera on Ruthven Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Riviera on Ruthven Motel located?

Located in South Toowoomba, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of City Golf Club, West Creek Park, and Creedon Drive Park. Neil E Robinson Park and Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km). Toowoomba Station is 29 minutes by foot.

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Riviera on Ruthven Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 221 out of 415 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 415 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 415 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 415 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 415 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

warrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yep,clean room, friendly staff, value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Handy location, friendly host and nice clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well set up for breakfast, very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Breakfast in the price beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy access to parks, shops and restaurants. Staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple, clean, breakfast included - all anyone could want for a brief stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This is a well run motel. Always clean , walking distance to Chinese restaurant for dinner, clean tidy and quiet. My husband actually slept for 7 hours so he was very happy. Been here a few times now, well worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff friendly present well , rooms clean tidy, maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The new owners are welcoming and friendly Immaculately clean and spacious bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were all pleasant and helpful. The room was clean and today and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious and comfortable unit. Very helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good Vaule for money ,Beds good shower good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a comfy bed and the blankets were warm. We just needed someone to crash out after a party and leave the next day so we didn't need any fancy extras. It was good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location to city and event held in Toowoomba. Property was quiet and clean with nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

MAURICE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is so much I like about Riviera on Ruthven. the friendly service, the excellent rooms, the convenient location, the great comlementary breakfast, the comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will be staying again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, quiet & very clean could not fault it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night. Got there late, left early - did not see much at all!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness
good for one night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet, tidy motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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