River Motel

3.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Twin Double Room, No Pets
Exterior
Family Suite with Kitchen, No Pets | Private kitchen

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1 Macquoid Street, Queanbeyan East, NSW, 2620
  • Place, Trinculo Place Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lanyon Homestead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Queen Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Disabled Accessible Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Double Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room, Pets Permitted

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Double Room, Pets Permitted

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Bedroom Suite, Pets Permitted

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Twin Room (Q&S), No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Suite, No Pets

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

2 Bedroom Suite, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite, No Pets

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Suite with Kitchen, No Pets

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Room, No Pets

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

River Motel

This smoke-free motel features express check-in, RV/bus/truck parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Weekly housekeeping is available.
River Motel offers 44 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

During your stay at River Motel, you're just a quick walk from The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Services include luggage storage
  • 14 minutes by car from Canberra Hospital and 15 minutes from Canberra Centre
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
As a guest of River Motel, you'll find express check-in and RV/bus/truck parking. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Canberra motel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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: AUD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 165876371
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

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

River Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 206 out of 428 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 428 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 428 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 428 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 428 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean and well appointed hotel with comfortable beds . Great communication from staff. Awesome central location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenn

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

Love the River Motel

River Motel great place
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a lovely place to stay, very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a pleasant stay, will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and friendly staff good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Cozy

Warm & cozy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DEEPAK

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful, clean property, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well placed friendly hotel convenient to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located and clean motel at a very reasonable price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recently refurbished, under cover parking, great bed and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again, good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean motel only a short walk from town
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly and very helpful the rooms are the best we have stayed in and very close to shops
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

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
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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
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good rooms , great showers .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
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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
Verified

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