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Willare Bridge Roadhouse

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Lot 64 Great Northern Hwy, Derby, Western Australia 6728 Australia
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Situated 200 meters form the banks of the iconic Fitzroy River, Willare Bridge Roadhouse is the ideal location to prepare for you journey on the Gibb River Road. Apart from offering a wide selection of local freerange Yeeda Beef and Blue Bush Lamb conveniently cryovaced, the restaurant makes fresh sandwiches, rolls and salads and has an impressive menu. The Roadhouse also offers accommodation in the form of modern demountable units (dongas) with Air Conditioning and ensuites and has a Caravan Park with full facilities including camp kitchen and laundry. The building that is now Willare Bridge Roadhouse was originally commissioned as part of the Blue Streak (missile) program. A British medium-range ballistic missile program that was test launched from Woomera, South Australia. The building was located on Anna Plains Station and used to track the progress of the missiles during test flights. With the cancellation of the project in the late 1960's the building was sold at auction and delivered to it's current location where it was initially used to house the bridge construction crews building the bridges that crossed the Fitzroy, Yeeda and Minni rivers, now known as Willare Bridge and Minni Bridge.
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Free parking
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Non-smoking hotel
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Non-smoking rooms
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Lot 64 Great Northern Hwy, Derby, Western Australia 6728 Australia
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John W wrote a review Aug 2023
Kingsville, Australia643 contributions247 helpful votes
We had three nights here in the caravan park, great little spot with shade and non shade depending on what you want. Facilities were great and the restaurant was also very much better than some restaurants we have been to along the way. We had the steaks and they were fabulous, cold beers and very reasonably priced wine as well. They sell Burton Beef here too to take away we bought a few kilos to stock up the van and were not disappointed all were amazing and really good prices. Staff were mainly English when we were there and all very friendly and efficient. Great spot to rest for a couple of days.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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270369 wrote a review Feb 2023
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Recently moved to area, thought we would check out local roadhouse. Spoken to extremely rude by management just by asking a question. I totally understand the pressure involved in hospitality, but there was absolutely no need. Take a break
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Judith K wrote a review Nov 2022
Pukekohe, New Zealand328 contributions62 helpful votes
After a very long day trip to Windjarra Gorge, we stopped here for dinner. On our way out at about 10am, I had ordered chicken curry for dinner. When we arrived at 7pm for dinner, it wasn't chicken curry, it was pumpkin curry with 2 lumps of chicken. Everyone else in my group had fish and chips. I would've been happy for that if I'd known they were out of chicken curry. You had like 9 hours
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Danielle M wrote a review Sept 2022
Melbourne, Australia39 contributions30 helpful votes
Called in here for lunch on our way from Kununurra to Broome and the service was disgraceful. Employ young girls with no personality, no knowledge of what they sell & no help whatsoever - would never go back and never recommend. Roebuck roadhouse a much better solution
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Kerry C wrote a review Aug 2022
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Arrived at Willare Bridge Roadhouse intending to stay 1 night ended up staying 5. We stayed on a grassed unpowered site, a nice change after red dirt. It had everything we needed, a restaurant delicious meals, cold cheap beer, a cafe with nice coffee, pool, clean amenities & great staff, highly recommended
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Rose wrote a review Feb 2022
Perth, Australia37 contributions29 helpful votes
Decided to stay the night after driving from Kununurra as I didn’t want to push it to get to Broome at sunset. The worst amenities I have ever seen for the camping section, to the point that I decided to avoid drinking water and just peed out bush when I really had to. The shower was covered in bugs and dirt, with left over used soaps and razors. The lawn had been moved but all the cut out grass was left over the camping grounds, which meant the mosquitos were just impossible to manage. It’s understandable that the wet season can make it harder to keep amenities clean, but this was beyond. Obviously you can’t help mozzies next to a river while it’s humid either, but again nothing was done to at least remove the grass and make it a little bit more hostile for them. The roadhouse itself is nice and the lady that attends to it could not be more friendly and helpful. Beyond that, avoid the stop for a $32 unpowered site with not even a functioning toilet.
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Keep on going to Roebuck Roadhouse or use one of the free 24-h stops between Fitzroy and Willare.
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Lisa S wrote a review Sept 2021
11 contributions2 helpful votes
Stayed o/n. As expected, a very simple donga style accommodation. Was at a minimum clean with comfortable beds and a nice hot shower. Disappointed that had no electric jug to make a coffee after a long drive, the roast meal from the restaurant was only a tiny portion and unexciting and the tv did not work.
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Mbaraka1 wrote a review July 2021
North Geelong, Australia11 contributions2 helpful votes
Love stopping here for meals when travelling between Kalumburu and Broome. My dogs enjoy the attention in the garden area, and the breakfast is a favourite. The cost of the meals is very reasonable I feel, especially considering the outback position. Saves a diversion into Derby, which sadly lacks cafes open for breakfast on a Sunday. The staff, too, are friendly and the service great.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Travelled solo
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Dobbo4 wrote a review July 2021
Dampier, Australia12 contributions6 helpful votes
Impressed with this roadhouse/caravan park. Stayed one night unpowered, no allocated sites. First in best dressed. Had a burger great value and tasted good. Cheap cold beers. Makes any traveller happy!!
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Date of stay: July 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Aussie2Uiyiukhumh wrote a review Jan 2021
Port Macquarie, Australia424 contributions69 helpful votes
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Disgustingly overpriced at $38 per night. Restaurant closed at 7pm & shop at 8pm. Toilet bowl , sinks & tiled floors coated in red from the bore water! In Men’s one shower had no hot water & the other would not lock. Adjoining door to restaurant kept locked to avoid the smell so guests had to walk right around the side & back in the rain to use the toilet. There was a very limited alcoholic drink selection with no full bottles of wine only piccolos. Trees overhanging the drive were far too low for our MH. We paid $24pn , stay 2 at Lake Argyle with an Infinity Pool & individual very clean cubicles-no comparison. If we had not arrived at 5pm we would have driven the extra 130km to Roebuck Roadhouse, only 40 km from Broome. Advice is do not stay here unless absolutely necessary.
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Date of stay: January 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Frequently Asked Questions about Willare Bridge Roadhouse
What are some of the property amenities at Willare Bridge Roadhouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Willare Bridge Roadhouse?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Willare Bridge Roadhouse?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Willare Bridge Roadhouse?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Willare Bridge Roadhouse?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.