The Riversleigh
1 Nicholson Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Very comfortable, breakfast was excellent and staff member Donna was extremely h…”
“A charming accommodation old world and elegant beautiful building, staff fantast…”
“Breakfast was included & was good quality & generous”
“Continental breakfast”
“Lovely big room and spa bath Breakfast was lovely and the staff very friendly”
“the bed was great”
“Right in town, great pub and restaurants within walking distance”
“Breakfast was very good and the location for us was good”
“Great breakfast included for the price”
Overview
Overlooking the peaceful Mitchell River, The Riversleigh is a historic hotel built in 1886. Some rooms offer a private spa bath and a private balcony. A continental buffet breakfast is provided. Each air-conditioned room is uniquely decorated and includes a refrigerator, a coffee machine and an electric kettle. There is also a flat-screen TV, a seating area and ironing facilities. The private bathroom has a hairdryer and free toiletries. The Riversleigh Bairnsdale is located in the Bairnsdale town centre, 200 metres from the post office. It is a 30-minute drive from Lakes Entrance and a 35-minute drive from Ninety Mile Beach.
Traveller reviews
David
couple
June 9, 2026
“Excellent, good location and lovely room.”
Very comfortable, breakfast was excellent and staff member Donna was extremely helpful in facilitating an early departure
Peter
couple
June 8, 2026
This is a great hotel, we always stay here on our way to and from Sydney from Melbourne.
Louie
solo_traveller
June 6, 2026
“A perfect stop”
A charming accommodation old world and elegant beautiful building, staff fantastic friendly easy to find.
Sebastian
family_with_children
June 3, 2026
“Good location, clean accommodation, nice room. Friendly staff. Good breakfast. We enjoyed our stay and would happily rec”
White
couple
June 2, 2026
“Memorable stay, will return thank you”
Lynette
solo_traveller
June 1, 2026
Lovely big room and spa bath Breakfast was lovely and the staff very friendly
Shannon
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
the bed was great
Scott and Gieta
couple
May 25, 2026
“Tons of character, very frendly staff, very nice bar area & generous bedrooms”
Very friendly, helpful staff. Excellent bar & beautiful heritage building with very tasteful interiors. Breakfast was included & was good quality & generous. Great Thai resturant just around the corner.
Peter
couple
May 25, 2026
“Will book direct next time so we can get a ground floor room”
Continental breakfast
Norman
couple
May 22, 2026
“Good location, close but not too close to main CBD, good outlook, characterful accommodation.”
Buffet breakfast was not over the top which is a good thing - had everything you could want (yoghurt was particularly good)
Denise
couple
May 18, 2026
“Perfect!!”
A beautiful property. Warm welcoming staff. Lovely big room and comfy bed. We highly recommend.
Graham
couple
May 12, 2026
“Na7”
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Vanya
family_with_children
May 10, 2026
“We loved the affordable luxury of our stay.”
The stay was very comfortable and we loved the room for its spaciousness. The staff were very friendly.
Tracy
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
Right in town, great pub and restaurants within walking distance. Lovely old building with fabulous renovations on lounge and dining areas. I just love the colour scheme and ambience of the breakfast, lounge and sitting rooms.
Robert
couple
May 5, 2026
“Friendly welcoming staff, comfortable bed, large bathroom, good selection for a continental breakfast. Wish we had staye”
Everything!
John
couple
May 3, 2026
“Very comfortable”
Breakfast was very good and the location for us was good
Flynn
couple
May 2, 2026
Great breakfast included for the price. Cool vintage building with up to date rooms. Highly recommend.
micknleigh
family_with_children
April 23, 2026
Everything
Douglas
solo_traveller
April 20, 2026
The staff and area
Joanne
solo_traveller
April 18, 2026
The location and the staff were the highlight of our stay.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Snack bar, Special diet menus (on request), Wine/champagne, Coffee house on site, Restaurant, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Free parking, Parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Daily housekeeping, Meeting/banquet facilities, Packed lunches, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View
Offering free toiletries, this apartment includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware. The air-conditioned apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, a private entrance, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Classic Queen Room
This double room features air conditioning, electric kettle and minibar. This room can accommodate up to 2 guests. There is no room for extra guests.
Deluxe King Room
The double room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath
Large sized room with stylish furnishings. Featuring an ensuite with double spa bath, flat screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, and reverse cycle airconditioning. Please note there is no capacity for additional guests.
Executive Suite
The executive suites are on the first floor with a private balcony overlooking the Mitchell River. Boasting an en suite bathroom, there is also a flat screen TV, a kitchenette and reverse cycle air conditioning throughout.
Deluxe Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This wheelchair accessible twin room features air conditioning, a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a roll-in shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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