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About the Hotel

1Doran Avenue, Castlemaine, Australia, 3450
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Adjacent to Botanical Gardens

Accommodations

BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens offers a variety of lodging options including luxury glamping tents, spacious villas, and pet-friendly powered and unpowered sites. Each accommodation type provides unique comforts such as large decks, modern kitchens, and well-furnished interiors. Specially designed accessible villas ensure that all guests can enjoy a comfortable stay.

Amenities

The park includes a variety of facilities to enhance the experience, such as an Adventure Course, a Games Room, and a sensory garden designed for relaxation. Guests can also enjoy BBQ areas and the Bush Hut Camp Kitchen, equipped with a pizza oven for group dining. Pedal karts are available for hire, allowing for fun outdoor activities.

Location

BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens is situated next to the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens and nature reserve, providing expansive greenery and walking paths. The popular Mill Complex, known for its artisan eateries and shops, is within a five-minute walk. Additionally, numerous local wineries and historic towns are easily accessible for day trips.

Family-Friendly Activities

The park is designed with children in mind, offering a supervised Kids' Club during school holidays featuring activities like arts and crafts and giant games. The expansive playground and nature-inspired programs encourage creative exploration in a safe environment. Parents can relax at the communal campfire or enjoy pizza nights while the kids play.

Pet-Friendly Policies

The park welcomes dogs on powered and unpowered sites, ensuring families can bring their four-legged friends along for the adventure. Nearby parks and walking paths provide ample space for walks and play. Guests are instructed to follow specific pet policies to ensure a comfortable stay for all.

Highlights

Location: adjacent to Castlemaine's Botanical Gardens

Accommodations: luxury glamping and accessible villa options

Activities: Adventure Course and sensory garden

Dining: Bush Hut Camp Kitchen with pizza oven

Family-Friendly: supervised Kids' Club and outdoor playground

Pet-Friendly: welcoming dogs on powered and unpowered sites

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll through the Castlemaine Botanical Gardens for stunning views.
  • Visit the Castlemaine Art Gallery for local art and exhibitions.
  • Try the Mount Alexander olives at the Farmers' Market on Sundays.
  • Explore the historic Victorian-era Castlemaine Market on Saturdays.
  • Experience a gold mining tour at nearby Welcome Stranger Mine.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Villa
2 persons
35 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Two-Bedroom Villa
2 persons
50 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Studio
2 persons
20 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Double Family Studio
2 persons
25 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Castlemaine600 m
Airports
Tullamarine (MEL) 105.5 km
Essendon Fields (MEB) 111.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course
  • Archery
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

1Doran Avenue, Castlemaine, Australia, 3450
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1Doran Avenue, Castlemaine, Australia, 3450
Nearby
Garden
Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
330 m
Restaurants
The Bridge Hotel
290 m
21 Walker St
Johnny Baker's Drive-In
610 m
359 Barker St
Coffee Basics
1.4 km
1 Halford St
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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room