Cara Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Maryborough with free parking

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room) | Dining
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reception
Cara Motel, near local attractions, offers a refreshing retreat. Guests love the outdoor pool after exploring, plus practical amenities like free self parking, in-room WiFi, and express check-out. The helpful staff ensures visitors feel welcome throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £73
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Single)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin Room)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Toaster
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Maryborough is home to Cara Motel. Gallipoli to Armistice Memorial and Maryborough War Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Baddow Island Conservation Park and Police Paddock Conservation Park.
Map
196 Walker Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650

What's nearby

  • Maryborough Base Public Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Portside - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Queens Park - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Station Square Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Maryborough Station - 3 min drive
  • Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Maryborough Sports Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪White Lion Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Cara Motel

Property highlights
Cara Motel provides everything that you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Cara Motel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Microwaves, toasters and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cara Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Cara Motel?

As of 13 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cara Motel on 14 Sept 2025 start from £72.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cara Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cara Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cara Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cara Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Cara Motel located?

Situated in Maryborough, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Jacob Park and Ted Beddows Park. Moffat Park and R W Lupton Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Cara Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 92 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 290 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and felt very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reception staff just wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean and good value

Clean, quiet and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and would choose again and would recomend.

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff,clean room, good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, rooms were very clean. Really nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

John

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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oswald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On arrival the staff were excellent, motel over all was very clean and tidy exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from staff. A very enjoyable and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The room Itself was good with a good bed and great shower. The person on the reception desk was not very friendly and didnt really look like he wanted to be there. Not a good first impression.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice , clean and quiet with undercover parking .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very affordable and very good. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Ali

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although the reception lady was nice and supportive however the room was dirty and found hairs on my bed which was disgusting , door handle was dirty …
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhona

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there for a night but everyone was very nice and welcome. Rooms were clean and it was just a very nice and relaxing night there:)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly front desk staff!!! Room was clean and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will stay there next time in town

iT WAS CONVENIENT TO WHERE WE NEEDED TO GO .It was clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money, immaculate, and even though I was a late check-in the staff were onsite and happy to help me detach and park my trailer.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff freindly and helpful

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like I just indicated - quite, clean and very friendly staff - what more do you need.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this motel, have stayed there on the two occasions I have stayed in the area. The only motel I have ever stayed at that had room deodoriser in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well priced gem!

Great little motel with friendly proprietor. Attention to detail in the well maintained room. Couldn’t have been happier with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cara Motel was a great place to stay, reasonably priced, clean, comfortable and close opposite the hospital. The bed was super comfortable. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners very friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023