Escape to Shady Rest Motel, where a tranquil atmosphere and lush garden await. Unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers, connect with in-room WiFi, or fire up the barbecue grills for an al fresco dinner.
Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
St. Patrick's Church - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
Noosa National Park - 40 min drive - 71.7 km
Hastings Street - 49 min drive - 77.4 km
Noosa Beach - 49 min drive - 77.0 km
Getting around
Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 115 min drive
Gympie Station - 5 min drive
Gympie North Station - 7 min drive
Lagoon Pocket Station - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Hungry Jack's - 3 min drive
Red Rooster Gympie - 10 min walk
Guzman Y Gomez - 3 min drive
KFC - 8 min walk
Surface Hill Restaurant - 7 min walk
About this property
Shady Rest Motel
Shady Rest Motel is a great choice for a stay in Gympie. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Barbecue grills
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shady Rest Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Shady Rest 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Shady Rest Motel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Shady Rest Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Shady Rest Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Shady Rest Motel?
Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Shady Rest Motel and nearby?
Shady Rest Motel has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Shady Rest Motel like?
Shady Rest Motel is a short 13-minute walk from Woodworks Forestry & Timber Museum and 19 minutes' walk from St. Patrick's Church.
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Reviews
Shady Rest Motel Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2026
Clean room, modern fit out, microwave in room and complimentary bath salts for the spa bath 🙌
Cathy
Cathy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
A good motel with friendly staff, spacious and clean rooms. Easy to find.
Caroline
Caroline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2025
Tidy room friendly staff
Danny
Danny, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2026
Nice and clean. Very helpful. Will be using you again. :)
Tracie
Tracie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2024
Shady Rest is a nice little motel. Room was very clean and the breakfast was amazing!
Jenni
Jenni, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Beautiful clean motel. Highly recommend.
Scott Chan
Scott Chan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 22, 2025
Nice clean room
Keith
Keith, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 4, 2024
Somewhere I'd go again 😍
It has been easy and free flowing, a good nights rest and relaxation, 100% somewhere I'd like to go and stay again!
Tyra
Tyra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2024
Loved our stay. Nice & clean room that includes essentials. Host are welcoming & always up for a chat. Will stay again!
Ruby
Ruby, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Really clean and comfortable beds!! Really friendly
Ricky
Ricky, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2023
Easy to find just off the main highway but an easy 10 minute stroll into the centre of Gympie. Clean room with comfortable beds.
Keith
Keith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2023
We booked at around 10:30 at night online - staff were easily contactable and were very helpful. Clean, safe and a comfort bed
Cindy
Cindy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2025
Great location close to the heart of the Gympie city centre and dinning options. Courtney bus pick ups outside front ,very nice clean rooms and comfortable bed. Tea and coffee making factory in the rooms with a fridge, toaster and Kettle. Breakfast room service another good option,
Only down side was poor water pressure in the shower.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 22, 2025
Convenient location, relatively quiet. Check-in was quick and easy. Bed reasonable comfortable. Some furnishings needed maintenance. Towels and pillows thin. Shower poor, with low pressure and hot and cold tap handles mislabelled.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jun 27, 2024
Manager very kindly offered us a refund when there was an unfortunate but unforseeable issue with the huge and amazing looking spa bath requiring minor maintenance so it could be used.
Room was otherwise clean, tidy, spacious, comfortable and private.
Would definitely stay here again and would recommend to others. The breakfast menu sounded great.
Sarah
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2024
Good sized queen room, bathroom with shower and toilet, no bath. Tv works fine, plenty of space. Overall, very good for a 3-star motel.
Pool was the best part.
Will
Will, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 21, 2025
Nice hotel
Declan
Declan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 28, 2026
Lovey staff
Leonie
Leonie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 25, 2025
Good motel to put your feet up at.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
A great little place clean n tidy see you soon
STEPHEN
STEPHEN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2023
A good stay
George
George, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2024
Small rooms, but everything that was needed for a short stay.
Fay
Fay, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 3, 2025
Nice, clean and quiet
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2023
Lovely friendly service and very clean room.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Feb 22, 2026
I thought the room was good but i go to sleep early and start work early so need a good sleep. I was woken at 9.30 pm by young children running up and down the carpark screaming their heads off. I wanted to go out and tell them to shut up but it looked like all the adults thought it was fun so didnt want to get into a argument as they seemed drunk.