Escape to Mitchell River Tavern, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Enjoy a drink at the bar or unwind on the terrace with in-room WiFi nearby. The convenient ATM/banking services and self parking make your stay even more relaxing.
Bairnsdale Aquatic and Recreation Centre - 4 min drive
Getting around
Bairnsdale Station - 11 min walk
Restaurants
KFC - 17 min walk
Pepper's Fish & Chips & Takeaway - 7 min walk
Kim Long - 2 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min walk
Jax Bakery Cafe - 4 min drive
About this property
Mitchell River Tavern
Mitchell River Tavern is a great choice for a stay in Bairnsdale. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
11 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from noon - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
ATM/banking
Terrace
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Mitchell River Tavern - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mitchell River Tavern offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mitchell River Tavern does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mitchell River Tavern?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Mitchell River Tavern?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mitchell River Tavern?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Mitchell River Tavern?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Mitchell River Tavern.
What's the area around Mitchell River Tavern like?
Mitchell River Tavern is a short 4-minute walk from Nicholson St. Gallery and 9 minutes' walk from St Mary's Catholic Church.
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Mitchell River Tavern Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
13 February 2024
Warm welcome and the restaurant meal was good value.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 April 2024
Great place to stay overnight for an early start the next morning. Fantastic drive through coffee/breakfast next door.
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
Second stay here. Accomodation is upstairs not possible for some with movement limitations. Restaurant and cocktail bar are both good quality and reasonable value
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 March 2024
A great place for an overnight stay on the way through. Easy, clean and convenient.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
Awesome
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 April 2024
Nice occomodation
jeanette
jeanette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 January 2023
The room was a lovely surprise and the meal in the bar was excellent
Fiona
10/10 Exceptional
1 January 2025
Never again
Uncomfortable mattress
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 January 2023
We loved our stay since it was the perfect Australian hotel that we imagined an Australian hotel would be. It was clean, had a great dining room, very helpful staff, and a great bathroom in our queen suite. We will stay there again and will recommend it to all our Californian friends
Vicky
Vicky, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 March 2024
Lovely old building, very convenient, not overpriced. Bed was a little soft, but otherwise facilities were excellent. Staff couldn’t have been more helpful.
Debra
Debra, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
20 November 2024
No internet access and staff were not very helpful at all
Phillip
Phillip, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
3 September 2024
our shower did not work properly, but the room was fabulous
Adrian
Adrian, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 July 2023
Great to sign in after hours Everyone else in town had closed their desks
Fiona
Fiona, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 March 2023
I was pleasantly surprised. Most Tavern/hotel rooms are very basic, with often shared bathrooms etc. This had it all. Good value for money also.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 October 2024
It was a bit noisy at night due to either a generator or air conditioning units outside my window. Shutting the windows helped a lot but it didn't block it out completely.
Marie
Marie, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
25 December 2023
The bed had bugs, very itchy night all over.
Bathrooms were nice a clean.
Very noisy during night with doors banging.
Shivani
Shivani, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 March 2024
Road trip overnight stay
Motel is on the main road but our room did not hear the road noise, however the refrigeration and central air conditioning motors provided a constant hum. Room was a queen with 2 seater couch, tv and bathroom. Our 4WD could not fit in the underground Carpark so we parked adjacent in the street, no problem. Rooms on 2nd floor but no elevator and the stairs are narrow. Nice place to stay. Meal in the restaurant was also very nice.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 December 2023
Stay was good. Clean room. Only issue we had was noise. I think it was coming from the events room downstairs. Loud music untill 9:30pm.
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 February 2023
We had an enjoyable meal in the restaurant. Our room was clean and spacious. Check in at the pokies bar was a bit unusual and there was no obvious signage on the exterior of the building to indicate it was the Mitchell River Tavern. Also, the lack of a lift to our room upstairs was an inconvenience for bringing in luggage.
John Roger
John Roger, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
23 April 2023
This was good value for money. Clean and spacious. One of the globes over the mirror needing changing - flashed on and off but in fairness I didn't report it to the Tavern. Bottom sheet was small and not able to be tucked in at the sides, a little troublesome. Was a bit noisy but not excessive - it is a Tavern after all. Would happily stay again. People friendly, dining options very good.
Marilyn
Marilyn, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2022
The property had just been painted on the outside, so there was no name on the front of the building, but it was fine