Deloraine Hotel
This 1848 pub is veritably draped in wrought-iron lace, and its pubbish interior is being renovated bit by bit into what will eventually be an altogether salubrious establishment.
This 1848 pub is veritably draped in wrought-iron lace, and its pubbish interior is being renovated bit by bit into what will eventually be an altogether salubrious establishment.
This simple camp spot is at the bottom of the main street by the Meander River. Don't be alarmed if an almighty thundering disturbs your slumber here: the train tracks are adjacent.
Just off the main street, these cottages offer comfortable self-contained accommodation. One has an open fire, the other a spa bathroom.
It's a steep climb to this hilltop hostel, but the reward is expansive views over the Great Western Tiers. With the wood heater roaring there's a cosy, homely atmosphere. Non-stayers can use showers for $5.
Built by John Bonney, son of a convict, in the 1830s, this was Deloraine's original coaching inn: horses were tied up out the back, and servants camped in the garden.
There's spacious pub accommodation here, and although there are no en suites there are just seven rooms – and there's rarely a full house – so you won't be sharing the bathroom with too many others.
The beautiful old Empire has quirky upstairs rooms with shared facilities (some done out in pseudo-Japanese decor).
A 150-year-old warehouse has been renovated with great style here: think whitewashed stone walls, crisp linen, leather bedheads and deep oval bathtubs. There's even a mini movie theatre and films to choose from.
Just south of Deloraine, park-like grounds surround a Georgian mansion housing a much-awarded boutique hotel.
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