The Riversleigh

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.2

Overlooking the peaceful Mitchell River, The Riversleigh is a historic hotel built in 1886. Some rooms offer a private spa bath and a private balcony. A continental buffet breakfast is provided. Each air-conditioned room is uniquely decorated and includes a refrigerator, a coffee machine and an electric kettle. There is also a flat-screen TV, a seating area and ironing facilities. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Riversleigh Bairnsdale is located in the Bairnsdale town center, 656 feet from the post office. It is a 30-minute drive from Lakes Entrance and a 35-minute drive from Ninety Mile Beach.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Kylie
Australia Australia
“This is a quaint boutique accomodation. The beds are comfy, the rooms are clean, and the continential breakfast is of a very high standard. Love staying here when I visit Bairnsdale.”
Donna
Australia Australia
“Loved, loved it all - stunning historic building, with a fabulous story - beautifully decorated with lots of extra touches and service! Staff were very welcoming and friendly - big shout out to Georgia - such an asset to The Riversleigh.”
Millar
New Zealand New Zealand
“Breakfast was mostly great. Character of hotel was nicely presented. Comfortable bed”
Steve
Australia Australia
“Staff were terrific, comfy beds and a good laid out breaky.”
Rainer
Australia Australia
“best Boutique property we stayed at. The furnishings were fantastic, the upkeep of the property (in and out) was spotless, everything was clean and well preserved, parking was good and spacious. The location is perfect, everything seems to be in...”
Terry
Australia Australia
“Hotel had a good friendly feeling plus the room was comfortable & period attractive Nice continental breakfast”
Catherine
Australia Australia
“Comfortable, lovely staff & a great place to stay when visiting my mother in aged care.”
Tomcmaher
Australia Australia
“The architecture and building design is interesting. EV charging was suprising and useful.”
Matthew
United States United States
“Room was nice, ambience in rooms was very agreeable. The breakfast was very good with many options. The location was excellent, close to everything in Bairnsdale.”
Matthew
United States United States
“Bed was very comfortable. Room was very clean. Breakfast was excellent. Staff were very helpful.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Riversleigh

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Riversleigh takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Payment will be taken at the time of booking. Please note that there is a 1.05% surcharge when paying with a Visa or Mastercard credit card. Please note that the property does not accept pre-paid debit cards. Valid photo identification and the same credit card used at the time of booking must be presented on arrival. The property has the right to refuse any booking when the guest cannot provide a valid photo ID or valid credit card that matches the name on the booking. Cash is not an acceptable form of deposit at this property. This property enforces a strict 'Non-Smoking Policy'.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Riversleigh of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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