The Best Hotels Closest to CSIRO Parkes Observatory in Parkes - 2026 Updated Prices

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A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles. There is a seating area with a wooden table and chairs, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

A motel entrance with a sign, a covered walkway, and a parking area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a curved roof and a prominent 'MOTEL' sign.

1. Station Motel Parkes

9.7 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Brett

£88

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A grand staircase with ornate railings, a chandelier, and a floral arrangement at the base.

A swimming pool with a brick border and potted plants along the edge.

A bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A covered porch with ornate white railings and a view of trees and buildings in the distance.

2. The Buchanan 1894

10.6 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Edward

£115

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern building with a sign reading "ASTRO DISH."

A modern living room with a large sofa, a striped armchair, and a built-in entertainment unit with a TV.

A modern bathroom with a white toilet, a sink with a mirror above it, and a shower area with a vertical strip of text on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a flat-screen TV.

3. Aastro Dish Motor Inn

11.1 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

ASTRID

£79

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A row of white flowering plants along a roadside, a building with a tiled roof, and a clear sky.

A bar area with stools, a counter, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A dining area with a wooden table, two chairs, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small kitchenette.

4. Bushmans Motor Inn

10 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Benjamin

£79

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread, two pillows with a leaf design, a small wicker basket with towels, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table, and a door leading to another room.

5. Lunar Cabins

10.9 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Sarah

£78

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding and pillows.

A brick building with a sign for Henry Parkes Motor Inn and Hamilton's Motor Inn.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

A compact kitchenette with a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a stainless steel sink.

6. Hamilton's Henry Parkes Motor Inn, Parkes

10.9 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Louise

£77

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a window providing natural light.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a blue door, and a white fence in the foreground.

A small, single-story house with a dark exterior, a white porch, and a sliding glass door leading to an indoor area with a grill and chairs.

A hallway with white walls, a white door at the end, and a small table with a lamp.

7. Kirsten Accommodation Parkes

11 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Dianne

£112

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A wooden deck with a table set for two, a hot tub, and a grill.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a desk with a lamp.

A brick building with multiple windows and a well-maintained garden.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, a leather armchair, and a glass of red wine on a small table.

8. The Old Parkes Convent

10.8 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Lauren

£134

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern living room with a brick wall, a red sofa, and a wooden table with fruits and flowers.

A garden with corn plants, a small bush, and outdoor furniture in the background.

A hotel room with a round wooden table, a vase with flowers, a bottle of wine, and a plate with fruits and a cake.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a chair, and a separate seating area with a couch and chairs.

9. Apollo Motel Parkes

9.8 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Wendy

£63

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and tables, a reception desk, and a wooden deck.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table with chairs, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A compact room with a kitchenette, a small refrigerator, a microwave, a chair, and a glass shower enclosure.

A reception area with a reception desk, a private door, a wall-mounted clock, and a bulletin board with printed materials.

10. Hotel Gracelands

10.4 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Linda

£71

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, a hot tub, and brick walls with windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with chairs, a television, and a window with curtains.

A bar area with a brick wall, wooden bar counter, and stools. There is a seating area with a sofa and a small table.

A spacious dining area with brick walls, multiple tables and chairs, and a large clock.

11. North Parkes Motel

9.9 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Mark

£70

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A brick building with a sign for 'Hong Loch Licensed Restaurant' and outdoor seating with colorful chairs.

A building with a sign reading "Reception" and "Park Inn Motor Inn".

A hotel room with a Christmas tree, a closed sign, and a 'No Vacancy' sign.

12. Parkview Motor Inn Parkes

11.5 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Gurjeet

£103

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A playground with slides and climbing structures, a covered seating area, and a view of the night sky.

A row of single-story buildings with a car parked in front.

A neatly arranged hotel room with a single bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

A spacious cafeteria with multiple tables and chairs, a reception area with a counter and a computer monitor, and a chalkboard menu displaying specials.

13. Coachman Hotel Motel

10.9 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Roberto

£63

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with a white and blue bedspread, a dark headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A window with a view of a parking lot and greenery outside.

A room with a desk, two potted plants, a window with blinds, and an air conditioning unit.

A motel with a covered parking area, a swimming pool, and a signboard advertising the motel.

14. Memphis Motor Inn

10.9 mi from CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Sarah

£69

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Station Motel Parkes	9.2 Wonderful 860 reviews	View
The Buchanan 1894	9.6 Exceptional 27 reviews	View
Aastro Dish Motor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 375 reviews	View
Bushmans Motor Inn	9.2 Wonderful 390 reviews	View
Lunar Cabins	9.6 Exceptional 9 reviews	View

Top CSIRO Parkes Observatory Hotel Reviews

Bushmans Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was alright"

Coachman Hotel Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Very quiet Easy parking"

Lunar Cabins

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly, convenient and very comfortable. Would recommend for others headibg to Parkes, NSW"

Parkview Motor Inn Parkes

10/10 Excellent

"What a gem of a place from helpful staff that allowed a late check in. Beautifully renovated rooms I am talking 5 star hotel in a motel layout. Beautiful up market colours but then with the cute little touches of a country motel with biscuits xx beautiful bathroom and amazing shower, good tea and coffee and the biscuits, only thing I would add is a coffee bod machine or a plunger but that’s just me. Would stay here again next time in Parkes, also great price,"

Apollo Motel Parkes

8/10 Good

"Great parking, right to the front door and very quiet also plus its not far from shopping"

Station Motel Parkes

10/10 Excellent

"A little way out of town but ok. Lovely large room and super comfy bed. Awesome shower. Quiet location. Only negative. It could have been cleaner in the bathroom."

Hotel Gracelands

10/10 Excellent

"Great property, convenient to all amenities"

The Buchanan 1894

10/10 Excellent

"Coming back here to stay feels like coming home for me, I could see myself living here. I love this home.. everything is very good.. the kitchen, bathroom and bedroom."

Hamilton's Henry Parkes Motor Inn, Parkes

8/10 Good

"Comfortable stay in spacious clean room. Fully stocked kitchen. Balcony. Good heating, hot water and water pressure. Good WiFi. Desk and iron with board. Off street parking. Comfortable bed and good sleep. Located at heart of town centre right behind Parkes Leagues Clubs. Lots of restaurants, cafes and bars close by. Would stay again."

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A building with a green roof, surrounded by well-maintained hedges and trees.

Henry Parkes Centre

8.8/10 (124 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Henry Parkes Centre during your trip to Parkes. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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A vintage military aircraft with the number 272, parked on grass with picnic tables nearby.

Parkes Aviation Museum

9.2/10 (12 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Parkes Aviation Museum in Parkes. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

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A rock with a painted depiction of a figure in motion, surrounded by greenery.

Bushmans Hill Reserve

8.8/10 (49 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bushmans Hill Reserve, a lovely green space in Parkes. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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A tall white tower in a town surrounded by trees and houses.

Memorial Hill Lookout

9.2/10 (109 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Parkes with a stop at Memorial Hill Lookout. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Cooke Park

9.0/10 (73 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cooke Park, a lovely green space in Parkes. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Parkes Showgrounds

8.6/10 (56 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Parkes Showgrounds during your trip to Parkes. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Parkes Golf Club

7.8/10 (29 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Parkes at Parkes Golf Club. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Peak Hill Showgrounds

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Peak Hill Showgrounds, a lovely green space in Peak Hill. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around CSIRO Parkes Observatory?

CSIRO Parkes Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Parkes known for its array of dining options. Parkes is home to 22 hotels and other accommodation options, so you can find something that's perfect for your stay.

What's the best hotel to stay close to CSIRO Parkes Observatory?

The Buchanan 1894 is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers an outdoor pool and free parking. You'll find it 10.6 mi (17 km) from CSIRO Parkes Observatory. Other good choices around the area include Bushmans Motor Inn and Apollo Motel Parkes.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near CSIRO Parkes Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near CSIRO Parkes Observatory.

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Our top choices for CSIRO Parkes Observatory hotels

1. Station Motel Parkes

2. The Buchanan 1894

3. Aastro Dish Motor Inn

4. Bushmans Motor Inn

5. Lunar Cabins

6. Hamilton's Henry Parkes Motor Inn, Parkes

7. Kirsten Accommodation Parkes

8. The Old Parkes Convent

9. Apollo Motel Parkes

10. Hotel Gracelands

11. North Parkes Motel

12. Parkview Motor Inn Parkes

13. Coachman Hotel Motel

14. Memphis Motor Inn

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Top CSIRO Parkes Observatory Hotel Reviews

Bushmans Motor Inn

Coachman Hotel Motel

Lunar Cabins

Parkview Motor Inn Parkes

Apollo Motel Parkes

Station Motel Parkes

Hotel Gracelands

The Buchanan 1894

Hamilton's Henry Parkes Motor Inn, Parkes

Other attractions near CSIRO Parkes Observatory

Henry Parkes Centre

Parkes Aviation Museum

Bushmans Hill Reserve

Memorial Hill Lookout

Cooke Park

Parkes Showgrounds

Parkes Golf Club

Peak Hill Showgrounds

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