Skip to main content

River Motel

3.5 star property
Motel in Canberra with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

River Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AED 263
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 13 of 13 rooms

View all photos for Queen Room, No Pets

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Disabled Accessible Room

Disabled Accessible Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Disabled Accessible Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Twin Double Room, No Pets

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Double Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Queen Room, Pets Permitted

40-inch TV with digital channels

Queen Room, Pets Permitted

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Twin Double Room, Pets Permitted

Twin Double Room, Pets Permitted | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Double Room, Pets Permitted

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Suite, Pets Permitted

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Suite, Pets Permitted

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Twin Room (Q&S), No Pets

Twin Room (Q&S), No Pets | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Twin Room (Q&S), No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Queen Suite, No Pets

Queen Suite, No Pets | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Suite, No Pets

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Suite, No Pets

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Suite, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

Family Suite with Kitchen, No Pets | Living area | 40-inch TV with digital channels

Family Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, No Pets

Family Suite, No Pets | Living area | 40-inch TV with digital channels

Family Suite, No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Queen Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

Queen Suite with Kitchen, No Pets | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Queen Room, No Pets

Queen Room, No Pets | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Queen Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Queanbeyan East, a neighborhood in Canberra, River Motel is near the airport and near a metro station. Royal Canberra Golf Club and Mount Majura Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Questacon and Glebe Park. Canberra Merry-Go-Round and CSIRO Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
Visit our Canberra travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Motels in CanberraOpens in a new window
Map
1 Macquoid Street, Queanbeyan East, NSW, 2620

What's nearby

  • Trinculo Place Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lanyon Homestead - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Booroomba Rocks Walk - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Parliament House - 15 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Queanbeyan Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lime Leaves Thai Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Kingsley's Chicken Queanbeyan - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Fresca. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Mill House Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Motel

Motel located in Queanbeyan East
River Motel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-in, and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Similar properties

Family Suite (No Pets) | Pillowtop beds, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Golden Age Motor Inn Queanbeyan
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 804 reviews
The price is AED 268
AED 297 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Golden Age Motor Inn Queanbeyan

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of AUD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 165876371

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Leagues Motel Queanbeyan
Leagues Motel
Leagues Queanbeyan
Leagues Motel Queanbeyan East
Leagues Queanbeyan East
Leagues Motel
River Motel Motel
River Motel Queanbeyan East
River Motel Motel Queanbeyan East

Frequently asked questions

Is River Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at River Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Motel located?

Located in Queanbeyan East, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, Booroomba Rocks Walk, and Lanyon Homestead. Lanyon Drive Cemetery and Queanbeyan Nature Reserve are also within 3 mi (5 km). Queanbeyan Railway Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

River Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 421 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 421 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 421 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 421 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 421 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing - friendly and helpful with great service. The room was clean, tidy and had everything I needed. Plenty of parking and walking distance to shops. Thankyou.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really helpful, especially when getting extra towels for us when we had a last minute extra person. The room was nice and tidy with everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Marnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great just the young people next door were so loud both nights I had to ask them to keep it down & that was @2am. No respect for anyone staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, great staff, wonderful rooms … truly excellent parking even with trailer and pet friendly .. I love staying here
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Family transit trip!

We were passing through on our way to Thredbo. Fitness for purpose perfect! Comfortable & clean! Easy to find, electronic check in was efficient and plenty of room in the suite to accommodate us all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room, easy parking, efficient and easy check-in
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

YiCheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, Good Value for money, Comfort Shower Water is hot
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The River Motel is a very clean and pleasant place to stop, with a good room layout, easy check-in and convenient dining options nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good convenient location to stay whilst traveling to Canberra
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, easy check-in and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great clean motel for those travelling. Comfy bed and well maintained. Will use again when travelling through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

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

Canberra trip feb 2025

A three day business trip, I have stayed there in the past and I just find the motel convenient to access , quite location , close to restaurants etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donald William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend a stay here, nothing flash but great value and excellent location. Loved the shower and comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and spacious and a good bathroom and shower and I enjoyed my visit and would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, neat and perfect for young families
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Per-Olof

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

Great

A family room is spacious and great Close to centre
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

arnel

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

Great place to stay

The accommodation is good. Vèry central location and alomg the riverside. The rom was good as it was spacious and clean. Safe parking on site too. I did have problems logging on to the internet using the hotel wifi. I definitely wil stay here again rhe next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend River Motel. It was very comfortable, very clean, safe and quiet. Couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, neat and convenient motel, great quality for a budget option. The automated check in was a little impersonal but went smoothly and was efficient. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nga

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

Dog friendly motel

Very good motel for one night who is on the way. For the represented standard very clean, And dog friendly, very important for my family We recommend that please.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in process is easy (self serve / contactless) and the room is clean, spacious and most importantly, dog friendly. I was traveling with my dog and the room was spacious enough to put my dog bed. The bathroom had good hot shower and generally in good condition. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old school furniture but clean with nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Clement

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed for one night. Super quick and easy contactless checkin and checkout. Well appointed very clean and comfortable room. Really comfortable bed. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023