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Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn
Corner of Kennedy Highway & Simms Road, Atherton, Queensland 4883 Australia
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#3 of 3 hotels in Atherton
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Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Atherton, offering many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
The rooms offer air conditioning, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.
Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn features room service. In addition, as a valued Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn guest, you can enjoy a pool and a lounge that are available on-site.
While staying at Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn, visitors can check out Hou Wang Temple (1.3 mi) and Mount Baldy (2.0 mi), some of Atherton's top attractions.
While you’re here, be sure to check out Atherton Hotel Bistro, one of the pubs that can be found in Atherton, which is a short distance from Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn.
If you are interested in exploring Atherton, check out an art gallery, such as Tablelands Regional Gallery.
Enjoy your stay in Atherton!
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Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Pool
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Business Centre with Internet Access
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Air conditioning
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Family rooms
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Corner of Kennedy Highway & Simms Road, Atherton, Queensland 4883 Australia
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Car recommended
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We stayed for one night on our way to Townsville and would most probably look for somewhere else next time. The room was clean, and comfortable, but the road noise was quite audible especially in the morning. We had dinner in the restaurant and it was okay, except a bit greasy. I would not classify it as "fine dining" as advertising states. The owners were not very friendly.
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Date of stay: August 2013Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked a room for three nights in early December. My main concern is that when we arrived at the reception area, the gentleman at the desk was talking loudly to someone from one of the phone companies. The phone was on 'speaker' so that you could hear both sides of the conversation. The gentleman did not acknowledge me in any way and continued to conduct his conversation. Another gentleman came to the desk and served me, but did not apologize for the awkward situation.
Although the second gentleman mentioned the restaurant when we looked in the rather tired guest information booklet, no information was given about opening time and no menu (other than a very basic room service menu) was available.
We stayed for the three nights and the room was clean and comfortable enough. We will be travelling to the Tablelands regularly, but I wouldn't stay at this motel again and could not recommend it to anyone else.
Although the second gentleman mentioned the restaurant when we looked in the rather tired guest information booklet, no information was given about opening time and no menu (other than a very basic room service menu) was available.
We stayed for the three nights and the room was clean and comfortable enough. We will be travelling to the Tablelands regularly, but I wouldn't stay at this motel again and could not recommend it to anyone else.
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Date of stay: December 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We stayed here for two nights and found it to be a nice place to stay. The rooms were airconditioned, clean, quiet and comfortable. With a covered carpark out the front of our room. We would stay here again.
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Date of stay: April 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This motel has all the basics and always clean. It is not 5 star, but doesn't pretend to be either. The food in the restaurant is great, and the service friendly. It is set on a large block, so has a nice country feel about it. There is a bit of highway noise, especially in the morning - however, being an early riser anyway, I did not find this a problem. I have stayed here several times, and have never been disappointed.
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Date of stay: September 2014Trip type: Travelled on business
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We called in to see if they had 2 rooms for an over night stay. The owners were lovely ,they gave us a good deal.The rooms are clean and nice with 2 queen beds in each.Our friends were impressed also
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Date of stay: June 2012Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The room was clean and fairly comfy even if a little basic. Re previous reviewer - we asked and were given fresh carton of milk every day but no way of telling if this was added to the bill.The problem came with the staff who were not as friendly as most people we met in Australia (apart from the NZ cleaner who was) Dinner in the restaurant was very annoying as, after consulting the menu for quite a while before anyone came for our orders, I ordered duck only to be told that it was off the menu, so I went for chicken - again off the menu. Maybe the waitress could have handed me the menu and said "Duck and chicken are off"! (McDonalds is just down the road!!). Another problem was breakfast is only delivered to your room between 7 and 8 am. A decent breakfast but far too early for a holiday! Get the feeling this motel was run for the benefit of the staff and the customers were secondary. An Australian Fawlty Towers?!!
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Date of stay: October 2011Trip type: Travelled with family
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It's a motel room with ensuite, fridge, TV, iron, kettle, double and single bed - not a great deal of space left over. I came down from Daintree on the way to Atherton/Yungaburra and did a stopover here. The place wasn't full so I think they'd spaced guests out which was probably to maximise peace and quiet as I got the impression that the walls were thin and neighbours couldn't help but be heard. Contrary to their publicity you can hear traffic on the highway (it's a fast road, especially for the locals even in the pouring rain, and the turn-in wasn't signed well enough for me to take it first time, although I did have a Formula One would-be all over my rear end for miles before) but it's intermittent and not really disturbing. The rooms are showing their age and lack any consistency in stylistic considerations but they are functional. A small carton of milk is given to you when you check in - don't know if you get restocked if staying longer - and guests are required to book breakfast before retiring. Don't expect an insect-free environment. Ants on the worktop - seal up any consumables or put them in the fridge - and earwigs around the sleeping area needed to be escorted away.
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Date of stay: February 2009Trip type: Travelled with family
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This was a clean motel and priced appropriately. It is located about 4kms out of town so we ate at the restaurant. The meals were very good and reasonably priced. I would go back but don't expect the Ritz
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Date of stay: August 2016Trip type: Travelled with family
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Found this motel to be very affordable and one of the nicest in the area. Small and spartan rooms, but clean, quiet, and everything worked. We had a very nice meal with great service. Very friendly folks who run it.
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Date of stay: February 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Clean comfortable room, not huge but adequate. The best shower ever.Very good restaurant with reasonable prices. Friendly and helpful staff. Good car parking and handy to town. Pricing was in line with similar accommodation.
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Date of stay: July 2015Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: All rooms looked similar
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Frequently Asked Questions about Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Nearby attractions include Atherton Tablelands (0.8 km), The Crystal Caves (1.8 km), and Mt. Hypipamee National Park (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Baba Curry, Petals & Pinecones, and Tolga Hotel Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Yes, guests have access to a pool and a fitness centre during their stay.
Are pets allowed at Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Historic Village Herberton (15.7 km) and Rocky Creek Memorial Park (11.2 km).
Is Atherton Rain Forest Motor Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.