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Reviews of The Riversleigh This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

1 Nicholson Street, 3875 Bairnsdale, Australia

#11 of 15 hotels in Bairnsdale

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Review Score

Based on 374 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: April 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast timing on weekends could be earlier than 8 am.

    Rooms were large and clean. Beautiful old building Check in (online) was easy.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2024

    8.0
    Staff were fantastic. Love the grandeur of this building. Very comfortable and spacious rooms and will love to stay ag
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The gorgeous bar was not open due to a shortage of staff.

    Love this grand building. Tall ceilings, open fire places, tastefully renovated. Gorgeous bar.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 24, 2024

    9.0
    A pleasure to revisit
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Always reliably good

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    9.0
    It is always excellent. Seems a little daunting to hand over your license numbers, credit card etc
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    this is a very well positioned property - close to town, excellent restaurants nearby and just a lovely place to stay. We have been here several times and make it our stop over whenever we can. Thank you

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 18, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was different and unique

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 17, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The light from the hallway coming through the door and the noise from the fridge. We live in the country so we are used to dark rooms or natural light only.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 12, 2024

    9.0
    We had a great stay and thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere. The local area is a must see.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    I would have liked a table in the room. The bed was a bit bouncy but this is personal taste and obviously difficult to cater for

    I loved the style and elegance of the property. The facilities were spot on. The dinner area was superb. Great Air Conditioning during an Aussie heatwave.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 24, 2024

    7.0
    The stay was nice but the breakfast was the worst.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast was very poor both in selection of items and execution. The staff serving breakfast didn’t look approachable. We had to get breakfast from outside, it was that bad. Please don’t select breakfast included option in this property.

    The room was very spacious and clean. The property had very good security.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2024

    8.0
    Elegant heritage property. Comfortable overnight stay en route. “Cinnamon” Thai restaurant round the corner was a life s
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Carpet and paintwork tired. No reception on arrival - digitalised rear door access from car park & bar closed…felt inhospitable.

    Heritage property - enjoyed the elegantly decorated high ceilinged room. Good linen and comfortable bed and accessible streaming media.. Good continental breakfast inc diy savoury croissant option & coffee machine .

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 31, 2024

    8.0
    A really great place to stay if you’re after something different to ubiquitous hotel rooms. Character location and a sen
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hearing footsteps upstairs

    The history of the building The beautiful bar The grassed outdoor area Being able to walk into town

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 30, 2024

    9.0
    Boutique stay in Bairnsdale
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Next time I'll book a room with a queen bed.

    This boutique hotel was well appointed and in a great location. Everything was taken care of in the room presentation. Our room was a standard size with a large double bed, and a continental breakfast was included in our price. A good range of breakfast items were presented. Check-in instructions were completed via phone messaging. The instructions were very clear and there were no problems. Off-street parking is provided, and signage to rooms is clear.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good place, I’d stay upstairs next time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noise from children most of the night upstairs

    Clean and good location and good breakfast

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2024

    9.0
    Great value for a lovely stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    I'm not sure if I could have turned the light off outside - balcony. I couldn't get the room totally dark - I was so tired though it didn't matter too much.

    A lovely renovation of an old building. The room was lovely, high ceilings, comfortable and light. Great shower!! Very comfortable bed and lovely soft pillows. Wonderful simple and fresh breakfast. Lots of choices from cereal, muesli and yoghurt to croissants, toast and toasties too.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The Breakfast could have been a little bit more extensive (e.g. different cheese, ham, vegetables) but quality was good.

    Amazing accommodation with stylish rooms in a beautiful historical building with modern touch. Own Parking next to the building. Close to City Center. Late check in possible because of keycodes for the rooms. Due to old building no elevators (but not a problem).

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We couldn't open the window as it was sash but the sash cords were broken. Lack of personal touch, atmosphere. Bar not operating in high season?? Public rooms looked good but again lacking in comfort and atmosphere. Not a place you would gather with your family and relax. No hot options offered for breakfast, even at a supplement. Very little staff presence, it really felt like a motel but with hotel prices.

    Lovely comfortable beds. Great hot showers Large screen tvs. Breakfast ok. Location good. Amazing Thai restaurant next door with lovely food.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 8, 2024

    9.0
    a very nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing I didn't like.

    Great location, easy walking to Pubs and Restaurants. comfy beds, clean and great value for money.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: January 1, 2024

    9.0
    beautiful heritage property created a relaxing stay. Super staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nil

    beautiful building, friendly staff- breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 29, 2023

    7.0
    Other than a few negatives overall it was centrally located and the setting was beautiful .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds were good but the pillows were not comfortable at all. I found pillow with moulds.

    Breakfast was limited not many options. The location was fantastic

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 6, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very steep stairs to room at rear of building overlooking garden and carpark.

    Very nice breakfast included

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: November 26, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast could be better and the room was noisy

    Comfortable rooms and nice location

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: November 10, 2023

    9.0
    Good to stay here
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The self checking process is easier. They have a friendly staff and love their breakfast. The location is easy to access.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: October 31, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We always enjoy staying at the Riversleigh while away for work. Lovely comfortable beds, clean, quiet, great location and I really like the new renovations. I like that each room has a code rather than a key, too.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2023

    9.0
    Late Booking in Bairnsdale
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Classic Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No Microwave in room especially on a monday night when nothing was open to eat

    Late check in went well

    Stayed in October 2023

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