In the 1950s, motels made stylish and luxurious lodging available to ordinary Australians for the first time. Modern amenities and a reasonable price point made motels the ideal entryway to popular tourist attractions. Then, low-cost motels appeared and took the spotlight. However, by 2023, Australians will be seeking to tour their own country and cut costs on lodging, which will pave the way for a hotel renaissance, and we’ll be here for it. To help you plan an upcoming weekend getaway in style, we’ve searched online for Victoria’s quirkiest, cutest, and most distinctive hotels.
Warburton Motel
The Warburton Motel is a great starting point for adventures in the Yarra Valley and offers a vast selection of cycling and hiking equipment for rent. Use the free hybrid bikes provided to motel guests to travel through the Warburton Rail Trail, or, on a warm day, hire a river tube and go tubing down the Yarra River—it’s Mother Nature’s amusement park. The Warburton Motel’s rooms all have breathtaking vistas of the mountains and redwood woodland nearby. Enjoy the expansive vistas of the century-old forests and vegetation as you gaze out towards the Victorian Alps and Mount Donna Buang.
Twelve Apostles Country Retreat and Motel
The accommodation is located three miles from the Twelve Apostles down a quiet road. This lodging provides the nearest access to the native magnificence of the Twelve Apostles of every kind thanks to its distinctive combination of motel and B&B. Less than 12 of the well-known granite structures are still present, but they are still spectacular to view. Twelve Apostles Motel offers the feel of a milking farm. It’s a great place to see iconic Australian wildlife like koalas, kangaroos, and echidnas because it’s surrounded by areas of roaming animals. Even better, as you get close to nature, you’ll be dozing off on a blanket of plush Hilton blankets and linens.
Oval Motel
Your base for exploring Victoria’s gold rush capital, Oval Motel is ideally situated in the center of Bendigo, with easy access to all of the city’s most popular tourist attractions.The railway station, church, Rosalind Park, and Capital Theatre, are all within easy walking distance of the Oval Motel, which is tucked away in the heart of Bendigo. This is where you can start your exploration of attractions that Victoria’s gold rush capital offers. Carolyn and Gary, the legendary hosts and local icons, will welcome you before escorting you to one of their uplifting, color-themed homes. After purchasing the hotel in 2016, the couple carefully renovated it, adding new mattresses, Smart TVs, and the previously mentioned color-coordinated décor. They also created a lovely guest terrace where you could relish your cooked or continental meal.
Linaker Art Deco motel
You’ll experience a sense of time travel as you approach Beechworth’s Linaker Art Deco Motel’s stunning façade. The structure is encircled by lush grounds and verdant foliage in the May Day Hills gardens found in the heritage list, some of which were donated in the 1860s by the Royal Botanical Gardens. The motel has kept its mid-century modern origins, but the accommodations have been updated for optimum coziness. The Linaker rooms were the former nurse’s accommodations at the defunct Beechworth Asylum, which will be recognized by those who are familiar with some of Beechworth’s more horrifying past. Walk through history on a journey of the premises during the day, or brace yourself for a spooky Asylum Ghost journey at night.
Motel Kyneton Springs
The Kyneton Springs hostel has a hip exterior and a vintage, boutique vibe, making it a strong candidate for the finest Australian hostel and a frequently recommended must-see. When you approach the distinctive retro-style signage, you will have a clear notion of what to expect. Each space is specifically chosen to meet the stylistic requirements and even if it’s been a while since your last Instagram post commemorating your birthday, you won’t be able to help but take a few photos. Since Catherine Foote, a former chef, took over management of Kyneton Springs in 2014, it is fair to say that exceptional cuisine and drink are a major emphasis. Have a traditional drink at the hotel’s on-site bar, the Terrace, or order breakfast to be brought right to your room through a morning hatch. Nothing is greater than that.
