Name: Criterion Hotel Rockhampton
Address: 150 Quay Street, 4701 Rockhampton, Australia, 150 Quay Street, Queensland, 4701, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $51 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.1

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Hotel Criterion Hotel Rockhampton

150 Quay Street, 4701 Rockhampton, Australia –

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Great view from the balcony. We stayed in the old part of the hotel. Very historic. Huge room. Very beautiful. Staff were lovely.

Liz, Vietnam

Loved the history of the old hotel and the fact that our friend’s parents met there during World War II. The view was wonderful of the river front and everything was so convenient to the hotel.

Marilyn, United States of America

Very quiet rooms. Even though the hotel was booked out, located near a busy road and had a band downstairs, there was no noise experienced in our room. Great location near the centre of town with easy access to the river front area for walking and picnics

Alan, Australia

Great location, beautiful old building. Thanks for the hospitality!

Imogen, Australia

Loved the old hotel with such a history and many details left. Took lots of pictures. Such a great location at the riverside too. Would stay again in a heart beat.

Anita, Netherlands

If you are into history, authenticity and victorian charm- you will enjoy and appreciate this hotel as we did! It is quite a unique experience. If your'e looking for a fancy modern hotel, this is maybe not the place for you. Reception staff were very kind.

Lili_hl4, France

Convenience and friendliness of staff on desk. And it's haunted. Loved the historical building.

Rosemary, Australia

Large room in a charming old hotel. Lovely view of the river and everything was very clean. Great value for money.

Nelstar, Australia

The nostalgia of staying in an old hotel bringing back childhood memories. A great steak house and an excellent pub. Friendly,happy,professional staff. The location is perfect for my needs.

Ejm-zimcorp, Australia

Old style hotel. Lovely staff, excellent bar and restaurant. Positioned by the river and adjacent to other bars and food outlets/

Jgw1616, Australia

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9.0

Free WiFi
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What guests loved the most:
“Great view from the balcony. We stayed in the old part of the hotel. Very historic. Huge room. Very beautiful. Staff were lovely.”

Liz Vietnam
“Loved the history of the old hotel and the fact that our friend’s parents met there during World War II. The view was wonderful of the river front and everything was so convenient to the hotel.”

Marilyn United States of America
“Very quiet rooms. Even though the hotel was booked out, located near a busy road and had a band downstairs, there was no noise experienced in our room. ”

Alan Australia
“Great location, beautiful old building. Thanks for the hospitality!”

Imogen Australia
“Loved the old hotel with such a history and many details left. Took lots of pictures. Such a great location at the riverside too. Would stay again in a heart beat.”

Anita Netherlands
“If you are into history, authenticity and victorian charm- you will enjoy and appreciate this hotel as we did! It is quite a unique experience. ”

Lili_hl4 France
“Convenience and friendliness of staff on desk. And it's haunted. Loved the historical building.”

Rosemary Australia
“Large room in a charming old hotel. Lovely view of the river and everything was very clean. Great value for money.”

Nelstar Australia
“The nostalgia of staying in an old hotel bringing back childhood memories. A great steak house and an excellent pub. Friendly,happy,professional staff. The location is perfect for my needs.”

Ejm-zimcorp Australia
“Old style hotel. Lovely staff, excellent bar and restaurant. Positioned by the river and adjacent to other bars and food outlets/”

Jgw1616 Australia

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 Thursday, 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.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Rockhampton! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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The Criterion is an iconic symbol in the history of Hotels in Australia. Its famous cousin the ‘Breakky Creek’ Brisbane was built in same year 1889 with very similar architechture, the Criterion having one extra floor. Following the Canoona gold rush of the 1850’s the embryo of the Criterion Hotel, Palmers store was situated on the banks of the Fitzroy River opposite the Criterion. 1856 saw the construction of the Bush Inn (where the Criterion now stands) by Robert Parker of Gayndah. The eldest daughter of Parker, Dorinda Anne married George Silus Curtis a promising real estate agent, auctioneer and aspiring politician. Dorinda Anne was inspired to erect a ‘public house of splendour and class’ and after several journeys overseas The Criterion Hotel was constructed in 1889, the tender price reading ‘just a little over ten thousands pounds’. With such a colourful beginning the Criterion was destined for great times and has played host to Queen Elizabeth II, the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, the English Cricket team, Rockhamptons own Rod Laver, Lew Hoad, Ken Rosewall and during World War II was the headquarters of General Eichelberger US Army and the planning Headquarters.

Hotel surroundings – Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

The Pilbeam Theatre
0.3 miles
Walter Reid Cultural Centre
0.4 miles
Browne Park
0.7 miles
Department of Health Queensland
1.2 miles
Rockhampton Showgrounds
1.2 miles
Rockhampton Zoo
2.1 miles
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens
2.2 miles
Central Queensland University
3.9 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Bush Inn Steakhouse Restaurant
0 miles
Newsroom Cafe/Bar
0 miles
The East Street Mall Supermarket
0.1 miles
Coles Supermarket
0.3 miles

Natural Beauty

Emu Park Ocean/Sea
24.9 miles
The Fitzroy River River
0 miles

Closest Airports

Rockhampton Airport
2.2 miles
Gladstone Airport
56.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Characterful family run hotel in a great location”

Anonymous

United Kingdom

“Old style hotel. Lovely staff, excellent bar and restaurant. Positioned by the river and adjacent to other bars and food outlets/”

Jgw1616

Australia

9.5

“I enjoyed everything about the stay from the friendly staff to the location to the food.”

Karen

Australia

9.5

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1 Restaurant On Site

The Bush Inn Bar & Grill

Food: Australian

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, High tea, Cocktail hour

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1:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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

Check-out

6:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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

Children & Beds

Children are welcome

0 - 1 year	Can use an existing bed	FREE
2 - 17 years	Can use an existing bed	AUD 20 per child, per night

The maximum number of children allowed in existing beds depends on the room you pick. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

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 hotel directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. Hemisphire Solutions & Pub Rooms will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.

“Loved the history of the old hotel and the fact that our friend’s parents met there during World War II. The view was wonderful of the river front and everything was so convenient to the hotel.”

Marilyn

United States of America

“Very quiet rooms. Even though the hotel was booked out, located near a busy road and had a band downstairs, there was no noise experienced in our room. Great location near the centre of town with easy access to the river front area for walking and picnics”

Alan

“If you are into history, authenticity and victorian charm- you will enjoy and appreciate this hotel as we did! It is quite a unique experience. If your'e looking for a fancy modern hotel, this is maybe not the place for you. Reception staff were very kind.”

Lili_hl4

France

“The nostalgia of staying in an old hotel bringing back childhood memories. A great steak house and an excellent pub. Friendly,happy,professional staff. The location is perfect for my needs.”

Ejm-zimcorp

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Reviewed: November 22, 2018

Manntana
Australia
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Classic Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The staff wasn't well informed about the capacity of the room. There were no shampoo and/ or conditioner supplied. Food in the hotel bistro didn't meet my expectation.
Staff is friendly.

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 14, 2018

JGW1616
Australia
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Old style hotel. Lovely staff, excellent bar and restaurant. Positioned by the river and adjacent to other bars and food outlets/

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 14, 2018

David
Australia
6.3

Pleasant
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The bed was uncomfortable and needed replacing

Stayed in November 2018
Reviewed: November 1, 2018

Yong
Singapore
10

“Overall the room and staff met my expectations.”
- • Group of friends
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The air conditioning need to maintenance as it was not that cold.
The place was cosy and with friendly staff.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 27, 2018

Susan
United Kingdom
Age group: 55 – 64
7.9

“Nice area, nice hotel but a little dated”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Triple Room with En-suite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
No lift and rooms quite old fashioned
It was right on the waterfront.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 18, 2018

Rhonda
Australia
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great Place to stay. Food was delicious, staff helpful and courteous, loved the old charm and character took me back in time. Loved it.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 15, 2018

Sean
Australia
10

“Good Place”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
I really liked this place, the girl at the bar was really cool, and i had a tastey in house made lasagne and pints of guinness, would definitely return. I found the look of the place appealing too.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: September 12, 2018

Mariah-lee
Australia
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Website was a bit confusing to which type of room you booked (pictures didn’t match)
Breakfast was really yummy!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: September 5, 2018

Rosslyn
Australia

2 helpful votes
6.7

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Triple Room with En-suite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
The room needs an update. No longer acceptable to have such basic facilities.
location fabulous. Bistro downstairs good.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: August 26, 2018

Bibi
Australia
5.4

“Nice location ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Classic Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Good location!

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 2, 2018

Peter
Australia
9.2

“A slice of Queensland history at great value for money”
- • Business trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing
Real history with excellent service

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 30, 2018

Liz
Vietnam

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Couple
- • Classic Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
Great view from the balcony. We stayed in the old part of the hotel. Very historic. Huge room. Very beautiful. Staff were lovely.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 26, 2018

Ron
Australia
4.5

“Cheaper accommodation that suited our needs”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Room very small but met our needs
Sound cheaper end accommodation

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 24, 2018

Chris
Australia
5.4

“Expected”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Stairs
Privacy

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: July 21, 2018

Liz
Ireland
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Triple Room with En-suite Bathroom
- • Stayed 1 night
Beds comfortqble, food fine, pretty dared but comfortable hotel in good location, very good value.

Stayed in July 2018

Sleeps	Room Type
	Budget Single Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This single room has air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Iron • Refrigerator • Desk • Shared bathroom • Fan • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Budget Double Room with Shared Bathroom 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This double room features air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Iron • Shared bathroom • Fan • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Basic Triple Room with Shared Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content This triple room features air-conditioning. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Iron • Refrigerator • Shared bathroom • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This quadruple room has air conditioning and electric kettle Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Iron • Refrigerator • Private Bathroom • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 3 Max children: 1 (up to years of age)	Standard Triple Room with En-suite Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This triple room features a electric kettle and air conditioning Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Iron • Refrigerator • Private Bathroom • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 4 Max children: 2 (up to years of age)	Standard Family Room with Ensuite Bathroom 1 twin bed and 1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This family room has a balcony, electric kettle and air conditioning. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Iron • Balcony • Refrigerator • Desk • Fan • Private Bathroom • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
+ Max adults: 4 Max children: 2 (up to years of age)	Classic Quadruple Room with Ensuite Bathroom 2 twin beds and 1 queen bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Located above the hotel, this heritage room offers a queen bed and 2 single beds. It features an private bathroom with a shower. It offers air-conditioning, a TV, fridge, table, ironing facilities, tea and coffee making facilities and a veranda. Free WiFi, linen and towels are provided. Rooms are individually styles, and offer character, charm and history. Please note the price is based on 4 guests. There is no capacity for additional guests. Room Facilities: • Air conditioning • Iron • Balcony • Refrigerator • Desk • Private Bathroom • Electric kettle • Wardrobe or closet • Towels Free WiFi! Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date / / Check-in Date Check-out Date / / Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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