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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Mitchell River Tavern in Bairnsdale offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, refrigerator, work desk, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: The modern, family-friendly restaurant serves Australian cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Guests can relax in the sun terrace or outdoor seating area while enjoying their meals. Convenient Location: Located less than 1 km from Bairnsdale Train Station, the hotel is close to attractions such as Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club (16 km) and Slip Bight Marina (17 km). Free on-site private parking is available. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, room cleanliness, and attentive staff, Mitchell River Tavern ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gail
Australia
“So clean and fresh feeling the whole room. and able to take dinner to my room - awesome” - Amanda
Australia
“Very clean and comfortable, especially the bed. Fridge in room and neat very clean bathroom with great pressure hot water. Very quiet at night despite being on main road.” - Ruth
Australia
“Mitchell River Tavern is a great place to stay. I had 2 nights here with comfortable bed, good hot shower, good food and friendly staff. Highly recommend” - Kerry
Australia
“Even though the room was small it had everything we needed and was very clean.” - Shane
Australia
“Very close to everything and nice meal in the restaurant, we are vegetarian and asked if the Mushroom Carbonara could come without Bacon, came out without Bacon and it was delicious” - Alan
Australia
“The staff were great and could not do enough to help including keeping the restaurant open a little longer due to our late arrival- Thank you!!!” - Ray
Australia
“Location was great Food was great Room was clean and comfortable” - Natalie
Australia
“Considering it was above a pub I couldn't hear a noise the room was quiet and the bed was comfortable - I will stay again!” - Nicole
Australia
“This is my go to accommodation when I travel between Vic/NSW. Love having a bevvie or two on the beautiful old balcony, and the rooms are clean, have all the basics, and very comfy beds. The slightly outdated decor can be excused with the bargain...” - Nicole
Australia
“The meals were exceptional The staff very friendly and helpful Went out of their way to prioritise my room as I arrived early which I’m very grateful”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Mitchell River Tavern
- CuisineAustralian
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
All patrons over 16 years of age staying at our venue must be fully vaccinated and must provide there Covid-19 vaccination at check in
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Mitchell River Tavern in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.