In the heart of the business district, Blue Shades Motel offers a refreshing retreat. Unwind in the garden or take a dip in the outdoor pool, and with laundry facilities and helpful staff on hand, your stay is sure to be seamless.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free parking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (11)
Daily housekeeping
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
Air conditioning
Garden
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Banquet hall
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
The current price is £76
£76
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Room options
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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
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Twin Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
60 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Superior Twin Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
View all photos for Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Family Loft, Pool View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
80 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds
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Deluxe Triple Room
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Renovated in 2023
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Station Square Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Queens Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Mary Poppins Statue - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Maryborough Military & Colonial Museum - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Brolga Theatre and Convention Centre - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Hervey Bay, QLD (HVB) - 34 min drive
Maryborough West Station - 9 min drive
Maryborough Station - 17 min walk
Howard Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 11 min walk
KFC - 16 min walk
Tinana's Hot Bread Shop - 12 min walk
Happy Days Diner - 7 min walk
Red Rooster - 2 min walk
About this property
Blue Shades Motel
When visiting Maryborough, Blue Shades Motel is a great choice to consider. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool, or take advantage of nearby snorkelling. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
35 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:00 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free covered on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 6:00 AM–8:00 AM
What to do
Horse riding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Whale watching nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch TV
Premium digital channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 10 for children
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from April 18 2025 to April 21 2025 (dates subject to change):
Breakfast
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Friday and Saturday:
Bar/lounge
Restaurant
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Comfort Inn Blue Shades
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Hotel Maryborough
Comfort Inn Blue Shades Maryborough
Comfort Inn Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel
Blue Shades Maryborough
Maryborough Comfort Inn
Blue Shades Motel Motel
Blue Shades Motel Maryborough
Blue Shades Motel Motel Maryborough
Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Shades Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Blue Shades Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Blue Shades Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Shades Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Shades Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Shades Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Blue Shades Motel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as horse riding and snorkelling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Blue Shades Motel like?
Blue Shades Motel is a short 11-minute walk from Brennan And Geraghtys Store Museum and 12 minutes' walk from Station Square Shopping Centre.
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Blue Shades Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
3 Jan 2025
Good place to stay.
Lucien
Lucien, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2024
Beautiful motel well priced
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar 2025
Mid week stay
Great to see new managers at Blue Shades- Friendly and super efficient
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
It was a lovely and well managed place and we really enjoyed our stay...
bede
bede, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Dec 2024
Easy to check-in and was good accommodation for our needs. It was exactly what we were looking for.
Eduard
Eduard, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Mar 2025
Mid week stay
Regular stayer and the business is missing the past managers Mel & Jake.
The reception was closed and offer of breakfast - not available
The place normally well kept and presentable, looked like a shanty
Sam
Sam, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jan 2025
Good value. Modest place but very clean.
kenneth
kenneth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2024
Nice and relaxing
Wes
Wes, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Sept 2024
safe quiet convenient a nd easy parking .
jeffrey
jeffrey, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
always friendly and rooms clean and well maintained
simon
simon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Clean and very spacious rooms, like a home away from home. The bed is big and comfy, they have a small kitchen which servs breakfast only but there is a nice little pub, 1 mins walk away that puts on great meals.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Quiet on a busy road
Judith
Judith, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2024
Very comfy beds and clean and secure
Beverly
Beverly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Oct 2024
Good clean hotel
Clean comfy rooms. Clean bathroom.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Sept 2024
Very clean and really nice people.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Oct 2024
The whole stay was comfortable and very clean. Slept like a log. I would stay there again. Highly recommended.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Nov 2024
Good value for money
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
Lovely spacious rooms
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
A great choice!
A great choice for a stay in Maryborough ! I loved the little things like the aircon on for my arrival in a hot day, bottles of cold water in the fridge. Comfy bed, nice white fluffy towels, washes. I couldn’t fault our stay.
Leanne
Leanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Aug 2024
Best showers, spotlessly clean,plentyof counter space.
Plus a pub with great meals next door
Rex
Rex, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Apr 2024
Very pleasant motel nice clean tidy rooms
Would be happy to stay again when in the area
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
13 Jun 2024
Good location to an event our family travelled for
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2024
Great value
Very clean, well renovated, great location
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 May 2024
Very nice place to stay mal and sam are wonderful staff will stay here again