The Riversleigh

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Scored 8.2
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.0

Property highlights

About this property

Overlooking the peaceful Mitchell River, The Riversleigh is a historic hotel built in 1886. Some rooms offer a private spa bath and a private balcony. A continental buffet breakfast is provided. Each air-conditioned room is uniquely decorated and includes a refrigerator, a coffee machine and an electric kettle. There is also a flat-screen TV, a seating area and ironing facilities. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Riversleigh Bairnsdale is located in the Bairnsdale town centre, 200 metres from the post office. It is a 30-minute drive from Lakes Entrance and a 35-minute drive from Ninety Mile Beach.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Cot available on request

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jenny
Australia Australia
“A lot of charm and character. Loved that breakfast was included. Easy off-street parking.”
Warren
Australia Australia
“The location was perfect and if you love Thai food the restaurant around the corner is the best. The room was very clean and very roomy, along with bathroom. The breakfast was very good with a lot to choose from. The staff were excellent.”
Tony
Australia Australia
“We liked everything. Great location great staff great room couldn’t ask for better and a very good price.”
Warren
Australia Australia
“The staff were exceptional and so friendly. The room was clean and bed comfortable. There was an excellent Thai restaurant just around corner, that you could walk to.”
Anne-maree
Australia Australia
“Comfortable, clean and the manager/ staff member was exceptionally welcoming, I would give her higher than a five, she was over and above in her helpfulness and friendly manner”
Richard
Australia Australia
“Everything was excellent. The staff were friendly and the room was outstanding. We were planning to drop our bags and go out to the movies but the room was comfortable and the television was large so we decided to get pizza and spend the night in.”
Adam
Australia Australia
“Everything was above expectations, the staff were amazing, the grounds were beautiful and it was a quick step over to the cocktail bar. Everyone should stay here”
Lucy
Australia Australia
“Great Location, easy parking, fantastic Thai restaurant just around the corner! Comfy bed, clean sheets, towels…..all good! Also nice Continental Breakfast!”
Christine
Australia Australia
“Location was great, very close to good restaurants. A treat to stay in a heritage listed hotel that is beautifully restored. A drink in the bar and the fireplace in the lounge were an added bonus. Our room was comfortable,...”
Andrew
Australia Australia
“Room comfortable, best sleep I've had for months, plenty of room. Breakfast was a surprise, nice spread.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant
  • Open for
    Breakfast

Facilities of The Riversleigh

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Cot available on request

House rules

The Riversleigh takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Payment will be taken at the time of booking. Please note that there is a 1.05% surcharge when paying with a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Please note that the property does not accept pre-paid debit cards. Valid photo identification and the same credit card used at the time of booking must be presented on arrival. The property has the right to refuse any booking when the guest cannot provide a valid photo ID or valid credit card that matches the name on the booking. Cash is not an acceptable form of deposit at this property. This property enforces a strict 'Non-Smoking Policy'.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Riversleigh in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.