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Blue Shades Motel

4.0 star property

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Family Loft, Pool View | Living area
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Family Loft, Pool View | Room amenity
BBQ/picnic Area
Family Loft, Pool View | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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35-39 Ferry Street, Maryborough, QLD, 4650
  • Place, Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Mary Poppins Statue
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Family Loft, Pool View

Family Loft, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

Deluxe Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Blue Shades Motel

An outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
Blue Shades Motel offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Premium digital television is provided. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Blue Shades Motel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and RV/bus/truck parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in a common area
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean accommodations
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and Portside
As a guest of Blue Shades Motel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Blue Shades Motel also features a garden, a picnic area, and coffee/tea in a common area. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Blue Shades Motel was completed in March 2023.

This 4-star Maryborough motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - March 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property's front desk is open during the following times:
  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Comfort Inn Blue Shades
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel Maryborough
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Blue Shades Motel Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel
Blue Shades Maryborough
Maryborough Comfort Inn
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Blue Shades Motel Motel Maryborough

Blue Shades Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 474 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 474 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 474 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 474 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 474 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Renee

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jegan

Clean room and easy access to most
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Very clean rooms, aircon very effective, staff extremely friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old and tired rooms with carpet so stained it was very off putting. Beds were OK.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service
Comfortable and spacious. Itnis also old
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Presentation, friendly greeting, clean smelling, overlooking pool, great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent communication with after hours check in. Perfect airconditioning
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gwenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms, friendlystaff, quiet. Parking is a bit tight for today's larger cars. Otherwise excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, bed comfortable, staff great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Damien

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location. They do not appear to have a schedule for cleaning Air conditioner filters. My room's filter was completely clogged and AC could barely function.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much! Appreciated that free room upgrade to better accommodate my mum’s mobility issues and it was such a relief to be able to do some washing in the laundry room on the at. Lovely family running this motel and would both recommend and stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were super friendly and very helpful. The rooms were comfortable and clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant motel that needs a few things upgraded or added. Staff were super -thanks! Well located within Maryborough and right on southern exit from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jodie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality of staff and cleanliness of the room were great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The proprietors were very welcoming and obliging, I just felt the property was quite old and not how it was portrayed in the ads. I don’t know where the pool was - couldn’t find it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and secure, spacious spot to sleep on a long road trip to Brisbane.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Was nice but felt judged by management
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Keren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated having lots of cutlery and crockery in the cupboard, plus a big fridge, and microwave. Kids loved having the loft to sleep in. Convenient location, easy to find and close to shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room and the staff were lovely. Great place to stay and excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025