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Location
Location
Bairnsdale is the Business Capital of East Gippsland and the gateway to the mountains, rivers, lakes and sea. An ideal location to spend a few days relaxing. For lovers of nature and adventure, tour the Great Alpine Road and explore the spectacular Gippsland lakes or just simply stay a night to break a longer journey.
Specialising in facilities for the corporate traveller and couples, you will enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at bairnsdalemotel.com..
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On your GPS enter Bairnsdale - when you reach Bairnsdale - enter 42 Great Alpine Road, Lucknow - or
Travelling from Lakes Entrance - turn right at roundabout to Great Alpine Road. Approx. 500m turn right into service road and bairnsdalemotel.com entrance.
Travelling from Melbourne - drive through town centre, across Mitchell River bridge and up to roundabout, via left to Great Alpine Road & 500m turn right into service road as above.
Travelling from Wangaratta/ Bright and Bruthen on Great Alpine Road, go through first roundabout & 500m on left turn into service road as above.
Local Attractions and Activities
Bairnsdale and East Gippsland is an ideal holiday destination. Whether you are looking for a place just to relax and get away from it all, a romantic weekend away, a fitness break or a base to see many local attractions we can offer you a great time.
There are many places to choose from when dining out, it is just 2 minutes to our favourite restaurants include Punjabi Garden (Indian), Lantern Palace (Chinese), River Grill and the historical Grand Terminus Hotel. Other great eating places are the various clubs, pubs and entertainment centres. We are truly blessed with culinary delights.
If walking is for you, just stroll to :
- Billabong Walk – see water birds in the wetlands
- Mitchell River Walk - a peaceful 5 km walk along the river
- Champions Bistro - at Sports & Convention Centre
- Convenience store
- Town centre
- Gippsland Rail Trail
- Or bring your bike and join the rail trail to Bruthen and enjoy a delicious treat from the bakery. For the more energetic you can continue along to Orbost just 90 kms away.
Less than 15 minutes drive away also gives you access to the Gippsland lakes, beaches and rivers.
- Enjoy swimming, fishing and sightseeing the Gippsland lakes, beaches and rivers plus chartered cruises, kayak hire and day boat hire - the lakes and rivers await you.
- Visit Raymond Island and go for a walk and see koalas in their natural habitat.
- Browse in All Time Antiques and Bairnsdale Clocks - great display
- Twin Rivers Farm - Food and Wine Trail - Spend an hour or escape for the day - winery, berries and fruits, brewery, cafes - Enjoy!
55 minute drive from Bairnsdale Motel
Buchan Caves - An underground wonderland - guided tours daily; see kangaroos in their natural habitat in Buchan Caves Reserve.
Local Farmers' Markets
- 1st Saturday of month - Bairnsdale Secondary College Oval
- 2nd Saturday of month - Metung Village Green
- 4th Saturday of month - Bruthen Village Market, Main Street Bruthen
- 4th Sunday monthly - Howitt Park Bairnsdale
