The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
25 Margaret Street, 5290 Mount Gambier, Australia – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.1/10! (score from 330 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Very quirky, close to the town & definitely a fab experience!
AustraliaThe history, the quirky feeling of being ln Gaol over night. Close to town and attractions.
AustraliaOur family of four had a marvellous time staying in the workers quarters of the Old Gaol. I loved the warm and welcoming spaces, the freedom to explore the whole gaol and all the fascinating history provided on the walls around us. The shared kitchen and bathroom were clean and had all the necessities (like a home away from home). The kids loved the exercise yard with basketball ring and all the nooks and crannies for hide and seek.
AustraliaWhat a fun accommodation this proved to be - providing not only every facility we needed but added to that a unique experience for our international visitors.
AustraliaThe fact it was clean and different from most places. Could ride a kids bikes safely inside the walls.
AustraliaThe old goal had a great atmosphere, people we friendly and it felt relaxing. We liked the shared living room where we could relax and meet other people. James was very welcoming and friendly, we will go back there.
AustraliaStaying in an old gaol was fun. Easy parking and very quiet place to stay.
AustraliaOrganisation, communication and attention to details.
AustraliaThe history has been maintained and uniqueness of the gaol is still there. plus kitchen with full cooking facilities.
AustraliaWe stayed for the experience of spending the night in a Gaol and was definitely well worth it! Lots of history, well set up, plenty of room and we had the place to ourselves which meant we could explore without annoying any other guests.
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Enjoy a unique accommodation experience when you stay at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol. This unique property is an historic gaol, located just a 3-minute drive from the Blue Lake and the main street of Mount Gambier.
There are a range of gaol experience accommodation options. You can stay in a cell, accommodate your family in an old warden's office, or enjoy a self-contained cottage.
Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi and a self- guided tour of the gaol. There are shared lounges, kitchens and bathrooms.
Pickup from public transport can be arranged. All rooms include heating and bed linen. Most rooms have access to shared facilities, others have private facilities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Paris
Australia“Very quirky, close to the town & definitely a fab experience!”
EzoldAustralia“The history, the quirky feeling of being ln Gaol over night. Close to town and attractions.”
JennyAustralia“Our family of four had a marvellous time staying in the workers quarters of the Old Gaol. I loved the warm and welcoming spaces, the freedom to explore the whole gaol and all the fascinating history provided on the walls around us. The shared...”
ColinAustralia“What a fun accommodation this proved to be - providing not only every facility we needed but added to that a unique experience for our international visitors.”
KiahAustralia“The fact it was clean and different from most places. Could ride a kids bikes safely inside the walls.”
TanjaAustralia“The old goal had a great atmosphere, people we friendly and it felt relaxing. We liked the shared living room where we could relax and meet other people. James was very welcoming and friendly, we will go back there.”- ElizabethAustralia“Staying in an old gaol was fun. Easy parking and very quiet place to stay.”
OmerAustralia“Organisation, communication and attention to details.”- KimberlyAustralia“The history has been maintained and uniqueness of the gaol is still there. plus kitchen with full cooking facilities.”
SarahAustralia“We stayed for the experience of spending the night in a Gaol and was definitely well worth it! Lots of history, well set up, plenty of room and we had the place to ourselves which meant we could explore without annoying any other guests.”
- Hi Do you only have bunk beds? Can we get two single beds instead?Hi , Yea we have 1 twin that has 2 single beds and an ensuite toilet .Answered on 5 May 2022
- Hi waiting outside the property trying to get in. Made a booking through booking.com with no contactsorry, we sent you all the details and we also send extra details on the day of arrival . JamesAnswered on 11 October 2022
- Hi ..my son and I would like to stay at your establishment this Friday 4th for one night ..is anything available? ThanksHi, Thank you for your interest but unfortunately we are totally booked out with a dive group that weekend. I hope you find alternate accommodation. S..Answered on 2 December 2020
- are all rooms shared toilet and exactly what does this mean are the toilets near your room who and how many would be sharing .would love to stay but d..Hi , thank you for your interest :) no cells have showers . Our family unit is self contained but all other showers are communal . There are 10 shower..Answered on 2 May 2022
- Is it quiet at night?Yes it is generally quiet at night, especially with the thick limestone walls.Answered on 14 August 2019
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The Old Mount Gambier Gaol accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that in some rooms towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own.
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 Old Mount Gambier Gaol 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.
FAQs about The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
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Yes, The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is popular with guests booking family stays.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Old Mount Gambier Gaol by:
- Car 15min
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The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is 1,050 yards from the centre of Mount Gambier.
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Check-in at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Room options at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol include:
- Family
- Twin
- Double
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The prices at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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The Old Mount Gambier Gaol offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Table tennis
- Tennis court
