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Hotel
 Criterion Hotel Rockhampton

150 Quay Street, 4701 Rockhampton, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 312 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.7
Good
312 reviews

Location and restaurant. Had a fantastic pie with mash and mushy peas. Great value for $17.

Mina Australia

The location on the river was excellent for walking and exercise. Close to cafes with good coffee and restaurants along the river. Also room service was available for meals. Staff were very helpful.

Lenore Australia

Gorgeous old heritage hotel, beautifully maintained in its classic grandeur. Lovely meals in the dining areas, bar, very friendly, helpful staff. Loved sitting in the front verandah overlooking the river on a balmy evening, after a stroll along the waterfront (where this hotel is located) checking out all the old heritage buildings. Really enjoyed my stay.

Anne Australia

An 1890's hotel with a "grand staircase" -- all restored to really good condition and right on the river in historic downtown. Very good restaurant and "drinking saloon" on 1st floor, with some old time favorites like meat balls over mashed potatoes with gravy, as well as steak, etc. Exceptional value for the money, I thought.

Gannon New Zealand

Beds are comfy. Toilet is clean. Air-conditioning works very well.Wi-Fi & TV works fine.

Nancy Australia

Didn’t try the breakfast but the bar and restaurant food was amazing

Andy Australia

great location, close to food venues and the river

Kimberley Australia

loved our room and secure car park excellent food as well.

Jane Australia

It was a beautiful spot. Rustic and nice, gotta like down the earth pubs tho to enjoy it.

James Australia

lovely old building lovely rooms and location was perfect

Jen Australia
7.7
Good
312 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location and restaurant. Had a fantastic pie with mash and mushy peas. Great value for $17.”
    Mina Mina Australia Australia
  • “The location on the river was excellent for walking and exercise. Close to cafes with good coffee and restaurants along the river. Also room service was available for meals. Staff were very helpful.”
    Lenore Lenore Australia Australia
  • “Gorgeous old heritage hotel, beautifully maintained in its classic grandeur. Lovely meals in the dining areas, bar, very friendly, helpful staff.”
    Anne Anne Australia Australia
  • “An 1890's hotel with a "grand staircase" -- all restored to really good condition and right on the river in historic downtown.”
    Gannon Gannon New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Beds are comfy. Toilet is clean. Air-conditioning works very well.Wi-Fi & TV works fine.”
    Nancy Nancy Australia Australia
  • “Didn’t try the breakfast but the bar and restaurant food was amazing”
    Andy Andy Australia Australia
  • “great location, close to food venues and the river”
    Kimberley Kimberley Australia Australia
  • “loved our room and secure car park excellent food as well.”
    Jane Jane Australia Australia
  • “It was a beautiful spot. Rustic and nice, gotta like down the earth pubs tho to enjoy it.”
    James James Australia Australia
  • “lovely old building lovely rooms and location was perfect”
    Jen Jen Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities7.6
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money8.3
  • Location 9.2
  • Free WiFi8.7
High score for Rockhampton

Criterion Hotel Rockhampton is an older, heritage property that offers traditional pub-style rooms, some with private private bathrooms and some with shared bathroom facilities.

Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant and vibrant bar, which features late-night live music on Friday and Saturday.

The property is just 1,650 feet from local shops, supermarkets and cafes. Callaghan Park Racecourse is a 14-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Rockhampton Airport, 2.5 mi from the property.

Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is fitted with a TV. Rooms offer either a private or shared bathroom.

You will find a cash machine at the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Criterion Hotel Rockhampton has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Aug 24, 2015

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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Guest reviews

7.7
Good · 312 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.8
  • Facilities7.6
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money8.3
  • Location 9.2
  • Free WiFi8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Mina
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Location and restaurant. Had a fantastic pie with mash and mushy peas. Great value for $17.”
  • Lenore
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The location on the river was excellent for walking and exercise. Close to cafes with good coffee and restaurants along the river. Also room service was available for meals. Staff were very helpful.”
  • Anne
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Gorgeous old heritage hotel, beautifully maintained in its classic grandeur. Lovely meals in the dining areas, bar, very friendly, helpful staff. Loved sitting in the front verandah overlooking the river on a balmy evening, after a stroll along the...”
  • Gannon
    New ZealandNew Zealand
    “An 1890's hotel with a "grand staircase" -- all restored to really good condition and right on the river in historic downtown. Very good restaurant and "drinking saloon" on 1st floor, with some old time favorites like meat balls over mashed potatoes...”
  • Nancy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Beds are comfy. Toilet is clean. Air-conditioning works very well.Wi-Fi & TV works fine.”
  • Andy
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Didn’t try the breakfast but the bar and restaurant food was amazing”
  • Kimberley
    AustraliaAustralia
    “great location, close to food venues and the river”
  • Jane
    AustraliaAustralia
    “loved our room and secure car park excellent food as well.”
  • James
    AustraliaAustralia
    “It was a beautiful spot. Rustic and nice, gotta like down the earth pubs tho to enjoy it.”
  • Jen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “lovely old building lovely rooms and location was perfect”
Property questions and answers
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  • Can a small house trained dog stay at motel in room
    We are a no pets venue.
    Answered on December 5, 2019
  • 24hr checkin
    Check in to The Criterion Hotel-Motel is between 1pm and 11pm daily excluding public holidays.
    Answered on December 30, 2019
  • Is there parking available?
    There is ample on-street parking surrounding the venue.
    Answered on May 7, 2021
  • By shared bathroom do you mean you share it with other guests in the hotel?
    Good morning, By Shared Bathroom we mean but only toilet as all rooms has their own showers but toilets are shared. But, our Heritage suites and Internal Suites have their own shower and toilet. King regards, The Cri
    Asked about: Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom • Answered on August 19, 2021
  • What is a shared bathr
    A shared bathroom is just a shared toilet down the hall. There will still be a shower in your room. It is just the toilet you share with other guests.
    Answered on September 11, 2021

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Hotel area info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Bush Inn Steakhouse
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Newsroom
    0 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Emu Park
    24.9 miles
  • River The Fitzroy River
    0 miles
Closest Airports
  • Rockhampton Airport
    2.2 miles
  • Gladstone Airport
    56.6 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Criterion Hotel Rockhampton

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kids' meals Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Criterion Hotel Rockhampton takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

6:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Criterion Hotel Rockhampton accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Street parking is strictly limited, additional free public parking is available a 5-minute walk from the property along the river front.

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check in.

Please note that there is a 1.8% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

Please note that this property does not accept payments with Diners Club credit cards.

Please note that this property is strictly nonsmoking, including on balconies.

Please note that the Criterion has live entertainment on Thursday nights until 23:00 and Friday and Saturday nights from 21:00 until early morning. For more information please speak to staff upon check in.

Please note it is mandatory to include guests estimated time of arrival when making the booking

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

Please inform Criterion Hotel Rockhampton of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Bar is closed from Wed, Mar 25, 2020 until Sat, Jun 06, 2020

FAQs about Criterion Hotel Rockhampton

  • The prices at Criterion Hotel Rockhampton may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Criterion Hotel Rockhampton is 800 feet from the center of Rockhampton.

  • Check-in at Criterion Hotel Rockhampton is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Criterion Hotel Rockhampton include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quad
    • Studio

  • Criterion Hotel Rockhampton offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Happy hour
    • Bar crawls
    • Live sports events (broadcast)