Jacaranda Motor Lodge
1470 Big River Way, Clarenza, New South Wales 2460 Australia
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Finding an ideal family-friendly motel in Grafton does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Jacaranda Motor Lodge, a nice option for travellers like you.
Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Jacaranda Motor Lodge offer air conditioning and a refrigerator.
During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including 24 hour front desk, room service, and baggage storage. Guests of Jacaranda Motor Lodge are also welcome to enjoy a pool and a lounge, located on site. For travellers arriving by car, free parking is available.
Nearby landmarks such as Christ Church Cathedral (1.6 mi) and Grafton Regional Gallery (1.8 mi) make Jacaranda Motor Lodge a great place to stay when visiting Grafton.
If you like Asian restaurants, Jacaranda Motor Lodge is conveniently located near Fountain Court Chinese Restaurant, Teppan Mate, Japanese Bar & Grill, and Gold Palace Chinese Restaurant.
Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a waterfall, such as Washpool National Park.
Jacaranda Motor Lodge puts the best of Grafton at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Bar / lounge
Babysitting
Car hire
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Parking
Wifi
Outdoor pool
Restaurant
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking hotel
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
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Air conditioning
Room service
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
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Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Smoking rooms available
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English, German
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1470 Big River Way, Clarenza, New South Wales 2460 Australia
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We booked this little local gem for a one night stay on our way to QLD from NSW. What a great find! The place is lovely! The rooms are huge and comfortable, we are a family of 4 but a family of 5 or 6 would fit. They have a pool which we didn't have time to use. The view is so nice - each room has a great view of the hills and the rabbits around the property. Beds were comfortable, our room even had a toaster and microwave with a full size fridge. The staff are very accommodating. We had dinner at the onsite restaurant called Moo which is only open 6 - 8pm, and it surpassed our expectations. We had 5 star restaurant quality food - chicken involtini, lamb rump and kids meals that were very generous size. Everything was so delicious and well priced. I left my glasses in the room and they called me right away to let me know and held on to them until I came back a few days later. Highly recommend this local gem when you are in the Grafton area.…
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Angie Stackhouse, Other at Jacaranda Motor Lodge
Responded 5 Feb 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review, we are so happy that you enjoyed stay and hope to see you another time Angie, Tony and Joel and Zac.....
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I booked this last minute and it was a very nice surprise. Easy and friendly checking in. Very comfy room which was well appointed. The evening meal was superb. I highly recommend this motel and will definitely stay here whenever I'm in Grafton from now on. Great value.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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pat b wrote a review Oct 2022
Very happy, staff were very friendly and loved to have a joke and a laugh. Unit very clean no problems at all. Highly recommend. Stayed there on our through and also on our home. The area is very quite, being on the Big River Way was surprising.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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there's a dog roaming freely at reception area although no dogs allowed in guest rooms. can literally hear the conversations, coughs, sneezes of people in the next room and traffic noise. no microwave in room. cobwebs and bird droppings on windows. non-serviced rooms.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Angie Stackhouse, Other at Jacaranda Motor Lodge
Responded 13 Sept 2022
The Cavalier King Charles dog is the owners dog and was behind a closed door in reception and does not roam the around the grounds without having a human with him. I am sorry that you fail to mention in your review that you are frightened of dogs, which when you arrived you told reception staff and he was immediately taken into the back office. Hearing people sneeze and cough is unfortunately unavoidable as we are a motel and traffic noise I am not sure as there is a bypass around the town so traffic is very limited. A microwave is available upon request, bird droppings on windows facing west again depends on the wind and as it was the weekend maintenance staff do not work then. Cobwebs and no service has been brought to the attention of housekeeping.
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Definitely lived up to expectations. We ate with friends from Grafton at the restaurant that evening. Room fine... no issues at all. Restaurant was superb food, and for the quality f the food very reasonably priced.
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Room Tip: All rooms well away from the highway...I doubt any room would have a noise problem
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The motel offers great views of the Clarence valley. The staff are friendly and the evening meals are excellent. The pool was lovely after a hot day's work. This a very convenient stay for the business traveller.
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Date of stay: February 2021Trip type: Travelled on business
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Just stayed one night on our way north but staff were very friendly, room was well layed out and clean. Bonus is that it has a restaurant onsite so once you’re there no need to go anywhere else. Food was yum too!
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Date of stay: July 2020Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Angie is a delight to deal with. We needed a place to stay for one night (essential travel) as we were moving house in the middle of COVID-19. Thank you for staying open for us. The place is super clean and clearly loved dearly. It’s dated decor but that is really part of the charm and booking direct (don’t give the big guys the commission in this climate!!!) for $110 is a bargain. Amazingly comfortable mattress!!!
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Date of stay: April 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Angie N Tony S, Owner at Jacaranda Motor Lodge
Responded 19 Apr 2020
Thank you for taking the time to post a review during this time of uncertainty, your comments are appreciated. Hope you enjoy your new dwellings. Hope to see you again should you be passing by. :)
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The staff, currently helping out all the firefighters in the area, worked relentlessly and despite meeting the needs of exhausted firefighters, were able to attend to our needs, the rooms were clean and beds excellent, the food was better than a homemade meal and the people were just lovely. Jacarandas, rabbits and kangaroos to make someone from the city feel like they were in a country lodge setting, I would definitely stay again!
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Date of stay: November 2019
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Room Tip: Best place to stay out of town, AC a bit loud but worth it in the heat.
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Response from Angie N Tony S, Owner at Jacaranda Motor Lodge
Responded 16 Nov 2019
Thank you so much for your review, it is wonderful to be recognised for our efforts to help the firefighters who deserve a huge thank you. We are so happy that your stay was a memorable one and look forward to the next time you may visit us.
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It has been a while but we have stayed more than once before and enjoyed reading tripadvisor reviews so booked a night on our way north - looking forward to relaxing in the restaurant after a long days drive. Sadly it was booked out that night!!!! But Angie had the answers - two options!!!! She would get us a courtesy bus to a club or - if we were happy we could have a choice of two meals to our room. Our room was big - lovely table and chairs beside the window so we chose roast pork and it was just great!!!!! Comfy beds, good shower, a great nights sleep for these oldies just like old times. Had to leave early so did not make brekkie next morning. Thanks Angie - you and Tony are running a lovely affordable place to stay.
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Date of stay: June 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jacaranda Motor Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Nearby attractions include See Park (3.5 km), Grafton Regional Gallery (3.0 km), and Christ Church Cathedral (2.6 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Heart & Soul Wholefood Cafe, Toast Espresso, and Indian Cottage Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Jacaranda Motor Lodge?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.
Is Jacaranda Motor Lodge accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.