Hotel The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
25 Margaret Street, 5290 Mount Gambier, Australia – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 476 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
That was a unique experience! Don’t think you can stay at a former prison every day. The owners of this property did an amazing job keeping the place as unique as possible and making your stay comfortable. The place was clean, the kitchen is equipped with all the necessary appliances you might need. The location is great too. 15 mins walk to the town centre.
AustraliaVery comfortable stay, quaint accommodation, learnt a lot and would recommend to friends!
AustraliaSuch a great experience. Rooms are really warm and comfortable. Great shared kitchen and living area too.
AustraliaThe warden sent a text message with the details for entry and it became a real adventure to locate our cell (room). It was very interesting reading all of the information located around the gaol. A very unique experience that I would recommend to anyone!
AustraliaLoved the opportunity to experience this. Goal was set up well, James contacted promptly when we had a question. Quiet as only 2 other groups staying. Bathrooms clean. Games, tv room, information boards, basketball hoop, all well used by us and appreciated.
AustraliaWe stayed one night in a double room and although the bathrooms were shared bathrooms the was no issue with availability and the showers were nice and hot. The room was cosy with a very comfortable bed and the heater warmed the room well. The kitchen is well set up with baskets for individuals to store food and a good sized fridge. We appreciated being able to have our own breakfast instead of having to buy. We enjoyed walking around the grounds reading up on the history of the old gaol and James was a friendly host!
Australiathe reality of conditions was wonderful and to read information about the history was very helpful to fully understand the experience of being an inmate, being able to freely move around and view the whole aspect of the goal was awesome, thank you.
AustraliaJames is an amazing host, he is very helpful, proactive and knows practically everything about mount gambier. The property is 5 -7 minutes away from key tourist destinations (e.g.blue lake and valley lake) and eating spots.
AustraliaInteresting to stay in a real gaol cell. The property has been left to allow it to evoke its past with interesting signs in place here and there. However this comes with a need for compromise in expectation as facilities are all shared and not to a standard of a more modern hotel. Pricing reflects this level of comfort. If you’re in Mt gambier and you don’t want to stay in a pub or motel this is a good choice.
AustraliaThe room is small but with very nice big common areas to share. Clean and warm environment in a heritage building. Nice travel experience.
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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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples - they rate the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.
Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended
Free private parking available at the hotel
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Standard Family Room
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Standard Double Room
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See what guests loved the most:
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Ingrida
Australia“That was a unique experience! Don’t think you can stay at a former prison every day. The owners of this property did an amazing job keeping the place as unique as possible and making your stay comfortable. The place was clean, the kitchen is equipped with all the necessary appliances you might need. The location is great too. 15 mins walk to the town centre. ” Read more
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Stephanie
Australia
“Very comfortable stay, quaint accommodation, learnt a lot and would recommend to friends! ”
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Hannah
Australia
“Such a great experience. Rooms are really warm and comfortable. Great shared kitchen and living area too.”
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Peta
Australia
“The warden sent a text message with the details for entry and it became a real adventure to locate our cell (room). It was very interesting reading all of the information located around the gaol. A very unique experience that I would recommend to anyone!” Read more
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Krisyy
Australia
“Loved the opportunity to experience this. Goal was set up well, James contacted promptly when we had a question. Quiet as only 2 other groups staying. Bathrooms clean. Games, tv room, information boards, basketball hoop, all well used by us and appreciated.” Read more
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Julie
Australia
“We stayed one night in a double room and although the bathrooms were shared bathrooms the was no issue with availability and the showers were nice and hot. The room was cosy with a very comfortable bed and the heater warmed the room well. The kitchen is well set up with baskets for individuals to store food and a good sized fridge. We appreciated being able to have our own breakfast instead of having to buy. We enjoyed walking around the grounds reading up on the history of the old gaol and James was a friendly host!” Read more
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Cheryl
Australia
“the reality of conditions was wonderful and to read information about the history was very helpful to fully understand the experience of being an inmate, being able to freely move around and view the whole aspect of the goal was awesome, thank you.”
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Ahsan
Australia
“James is an amazing host, he is very helpful, proactive and knows practically everything about mount gambier. The property is 5 -7 minutes away from key tourist destinations (e.g.blue lake and valley lake) and eating spots.”
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Nick
Australia
“Interesting to stay in a real gaol cell. The property has been left to allow it to evoke its past with interesting signs in place here and there. However this comes with a need for compromise in expectation as facilities are all shared and not to a standard of a more modern hotel. Pricing reflects this level of comfort. If you’re in Mt gambier and you don’t want to stay in a pub or motel this is a good choice. ” Read more
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Yao
Australia
“The room is small but with very nice big common areas to share. Clean and warm environment in a heritage building. Nice travel experience.”
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About The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
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We are a unique hotel situated inside an old English gaol. We accommodate couples, families and groups. We are the only gaol you will be sad to leave once your stay is over!
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Blue Lake1.1 miles
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Restaurant Vanilla Bean Restaurant0.5 miles
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Cafe/bar Metro Cafe/ Bar0.7 miles
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Lake Blue Lake1.2 miles
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Mountain Centenary Tower2.5 miles
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Sea/ocean Port MacDonnell17.2 miles
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River Glenelg River25.4 miles
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Mount Gambier Airport6 miles
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Facilities of The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular facilities
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Hiking Off-site
- Table tennis
- Tennis court
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Bar
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
Free! Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Luggage storage
- Fax/photocopying Additional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilities Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
- Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- Smoke alarms
General
- Designated smoking area
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel
Sustainable initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel:
- Option to reuse towels
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
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds 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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The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Private parking
- Parking
- Accessible parking
- Free parking
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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
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From the nearest airport, you can get to The Old Mount Gambier Gaol by:
- Car 15min
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Room options at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol include:
- Bed in Dormitory
- Family
- Twin
- Double
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Check-in at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
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The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is 1,050 yards from the centre of Mount Gambier.
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Yes, The Old Mount Gambier Gaol is popular with guests booking family stays.
