Everything a weary traveler would want for an overnight break on a long trip. Clean, spacious, well equipped rooms. Helpful owner and even a room service dinner menu if you don't want to drive any more (we didn't). Good quality beds and bedding - could hardly be bettered in this price bracket. Very welcoming and such a treat not to go searching for somewhere to eat after a long drive as there's also a licensed restaurant.
The evening meal was really good and breakfast didn't disappoint either. The room was spacious, bathroom looked new and the bed was so comfortable. Would highly recommend. We stayed here for one night on our way from Brisbane to Sydney. We booked a family room which has a separate room for the children.
The evening meal was really good and breakfast didn't disappoint either. The room was spacious, bathroom looked new and the bed was so comfortable. Would highly recommend. We stayed here for one night on our way from Brisbane to Sydney. We booked a family room which has a separate room for the children.
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Positioned on the Macleay Valley Way 4 klms south of the township of Kempsey diagonally across the road from the new Slim Dusty Centre. Kempsey is often referred to as the perfect halfway stop between Sydney and Brisbane. Your hosts, Tracy and Martin are country folk. They understand and deliver country hospitality at every opportunity to ensure your stay is enjoyable.
The covered gas BBQ area is located within the pool fencing. The in-ground salt water pool is open during the warmer months and is maintained at a very high standard. Considerable shade is provided by the palms from mid to late afternoon. The Guests Laundry provides a coin operated washing machine and dryer.
The majestic Slim Dusty centre building stands complete at the gateway of Slim's hometown of Kempsey. The modern centre displays Slim and Joy's vast collection of memorabilia from their 60yrs of touring around Australia. Slim Dusty took the culture of the Australian bush to ordinary people through his unique style of country music.
The Lantern Inn Restaurant is fully licensed and is open Mon to Sat from 6pm. The restaurant itself, located near reception, is comfortable and spacious. The chef serves a varied selection of tasty, wholesome home cooked a'la carte entre's and mains. Children are also catered for and all meals are affordable.
Feel free to contact us via email. We welcome any comments, questions, or suggestions you may have that will allow us to serve you better. You will receive a response from one of our friendly associates. Our Motel is set on 5 acres of bushland with native birds and resident kangaroos. Located about halfway between Sydney and Brisbane; the Powerhouse Motel is a perfect location to relax and take a break.
Reviews (9)
Brendan Noel D'Arcy
Jan 19, 2022
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Allen Armit
Jan 10, 2022
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Do not let the outside fool you, This is a family run bussiness. and they are fantastic. Had the spa room, My wife and I arrived right on 7PM, damm missed dinner for room service..... No they were happy to start it all up again for a wonderful dinner, Wife had lamb cutlets They were fresh, she commented that they know how to cook vegies the right way not soggy limp stuff, Bright and crispy, I had the chicken pasta, WOW. Sorry we could not eat it all but we normally have dinner fairly early and we were very tired. in the morning Breakfast arrived, WOW, Very very nice. It is amazing how anybody can
Brett Cumberland
Oct 06, 2021
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Damien Pearce
Jul 07, 2021
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Helen Ford
Jun 22, 2021
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Wendy Milano
May 26, 2021
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Maureen Groenendaal
May 21, 2021
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IVsco
Apr 11, 2021
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Good place to stay for a one night stand, wouldn’t want to stay here any longer, bloke at front desk kept falling asleep when I needed help. On another note the cleaners were very polite and helpful, but I left a nice little present in the drawers. I hope I don’t have to come back but Mary the head cleaner gave me a good time.
Graham Brown
Mar 23, 2021
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