Darling River Motel

We were very happy with our overnight stay at this motel. Before the date of arrival we were sent an email asking if we had any special requests. We asked for a quiet room and we got one. The staff were friendly and accommodating, the bed comfortable and the air conditioning effective yet unobtrusive (it was 40c outside). The security gates which closed at 7pm and opened at 7am gave us an extra feeling of safety for ourselves and our car. If we visit Bourke again we would stay here.

Very large and clean room, I didn't know what to expect and was pleasantly surprised. The room size and bench space was better than expected. The parking was cramped which seemed odd? Water pressure was below average. Location was suitable.

This is in a very good location with the highways to the north and south. They provide daily room servicing which is unusual but the cost per night is not on the cheaper end and the service is welcomed for the cost of the room. The owner/manager is very helpful with requests.

The room is outdated but it was big and clean. The flat screen tv is huge. The internet connection worked well from our room. Staff were very friendly and we felt safe too as the front gate is locked at night. Light over beds very convenient and easy to use. And it was great to have a smaller size kettle that could fit under the bathroom vanity sink faucet.

We discovered Bourke is a wonderful little town. We stayed one night in the spa suite and the motel was approx a two block walk from town. During our stay there seemed to be a locust plague of all things but that’s all good just waved our arms around. The motel is an older style brick building but the rooms were large, clean and fantastic. The manager and his wife were very kind. Our room was very comfortable and spacious. Great bed and pillows. Tea, coffee, milk etc and a microwave. A pretty large seating as well as a sofa. Air/con heating available. Shower was great and good pressure. Another lacklustre hair dryer but that seemed the case in every motel on this trip. The accessories provided in the bathroom are ample and fantastic. There are enough power points. Smokers can smoke outside the room. Wifi was great, didn’t have to sign in each time but it was really fast internet. They had a free laundry and the manager was so kind to say it was too far for me to walk, I could use their laundry which was next door. I was so grateful. There is fencing around the property and a gate which shuts at 7 pm and operates by code for safety. A mention to Pauline the cleaner - fantastic job. Unfortunately, if you have Vodafone it doesn’t work in this town, so wifi is helpful.

Really Impressed. Helpful, friendly hosts. Had executive spa room. Huge, modern, clean and tidy. very happy to have microwave, toaster, crockery and cutlery as second night there I was able to reheat Chinese food I bought at Bourke Bowling Club, which was very good food and an enjoyable evening as well. Large ensuite, didnt use the spa so cant comment. If I ever get back to Bourke I will definitely stay here again. Free self serve laundry, great bonus. Only minor niggle was compendium in room, no detailed map of Bourke or any info on facilities, services offered by the motel, but that is so minor.

Easy waling distance to Bowling Club and Local Pub for drinks and meals. Both have friendly staff. This place was a little hard to get into as redoing the entrance. The bed was comfortable and staff friendly. Large room with small kitchenette attached.

Welcoming reception. Nice room. Well equipped with loads of soap tissues etc. Nice bed, lots of pillows. West facing. Big room Pity about the noisey traffic - very close to Mitchell St and Highway corner. Pity about the shower curtain sticking to you But ok

The grounds were untidy & a mess, we arrived on a 39 deg day & were looking forward to a swim but the pool was green & had not been maintained. The man at reception was not particulary helpful. Would not stay here again.