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Best Bendigo Family Hotels

Quality Hotel Lakeside Bendigo
Quality Hotel Lakeside Bendigo
3.5 out of 5
286 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$125
per night
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
4.4/5Wonderful! (894 reviews)

"Lovely clean modern motel. Close to town and straight across the road form the lake (quick walk to the town centre, but a still a fairly easy walk). Friendly helpful staff, will definitely stay again."…"

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2020

Quality Hotel Lakeside Bendigo
Mercure Bendigo Schaller
Mercure Bendigo Schaller
4 out of 5
60 Lucan Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$139
per night
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
4.4/5Excellent! (1,616 reviews)

"A wonderfully unique hotel...the lobby is a sort of artist studio. Be sure to look at everything. The check in was great---very fun and efficient. Quite area and nice new building."…"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2020

Mercure Bendigo Schaller
Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn
Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn
3.5 out of 5
96-102 High Street, Bendigo, VIC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$111
per night
5 Apr. - 6 Apr.
4.5/5Wonderful! (407 reviews)

"Nice property close to cbd would stay again good view"…"

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2020

Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn
Comfort Inn Julie-Anna
Comfort Inn Julie-Anna
4 out of 5
268 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$156
per night
24 Apr. - 25 Apr.
4.6/5Exceptional! (265 reviews)

"The court yard pool area was absolutely beautiful. The beds were perfect. I will be back!"…"

Reviewed on 1 Jan. 2020

Comfort Inn Julie-Anna
Stay Social
Stay Social
3 out of 5
212 Queen Street, Bendigo, VIC
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4.7/5Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Great spot!

"Great stay. Stay Social was well-appointed and immaculately clean. Loved it."…"

Reviewed on 5 Dec. 2019

Stay Social
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
3.5 out of 5
182-186 High Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$135
per night
5 Apr. - 6 Apr.
4.2/5Very Good! (393 reviews)

"Very clean, great staff, plenty of parking and close to CBD. Adjacent hotel serves great food!"…"

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2019

National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
Quest Bendigo Central
Quest Bendigo Central
4.5 out of 5
228 Mccrae Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$129
per night
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
4.4/5Excellent! (718 reviews)

"Was nicer than expected, great location, staff very friendly and helpful"…"

Reviewed on 27 Feb. 2020

Quest Bendigo Central
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
4 out of 5
Corner of Pall Mall & Williamson St, Bendigo, VIC
AU$128
per night
14 Apr. - 15 Apr.
4.4/5Excellent! (1,374 reviews)

"Great location, everything you needed was within the property, good restaurant, thoroughly enjoyable stay."…"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2020

Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Bendigo Central Deborah
Bendigo Central Deborah
3.5 out of 5
177-183 High Street, Bendigo, VIC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$101
per night
5 Apr. - 6 Apr.
4.3/5Excellent! (153 reviews)

"Very friendly and helpful staff. Located in a nice area"…"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2020

Bendigo Central Deborah
Alexandra Place
Alexandra Place
3.5 out of 5
200 McCrae St, Bendigo, VIC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$135
per night
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
4.4/5Excellent! (648 reviews)

"More than a motel - lovely staff, clean and comfortable room with a beautifully modern bathroom. Would highly recommend"…"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2020

Alexandra Place
Tea House Motor Inn
Tea House Motor Inn
4 out of 5
280 Napier Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$145
per night
4 Apr. - 5 Apr.
4.6/5Wonderful! (137 reviews)
Great accommodation option in Ballarat

"Comfortable clean room, great location and helpful staff."…"

Reviewed on 30 Dec. 2019

Tea House Motor Inn
Bendigo Haymarket Motor Inn
Bendigo Haymarket Motor Inn
3 out of 5
5 McIvor Road, Bendigo, VIC
AU$94
per night
5 Apr. - 6 Apr.
4/5Very Good! (247 reviews)

"Area was nice and quite, room was reasonable for the price. Good clear parking. Staff helpful."…"

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2020

Bendigo Haymarket Motor Inn
Barclay On View
Barclay On View
3.5 out of 5
181 View St, Bendigo, VIC
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
AU$119
per night
5 Apr. - 6 Apr.
4.2/5Very Good! (427 reviews)

"The young couple running the property are very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast catered for Coeliac and the GF bread was amazing."…"

Reviewed on 25 Feb. 2020

Barclay On View
City Centre Motel
City Centre Motel
3.5 out of 5
26 Forest Street, Bendigo, VIC
AU$121
per night
6 Apr. - 7 Apr.
4.3/5Excellent! (280 reviews)

"Parking was very squishy. Outside sitting area would have been great. Overall, a very pleasant stay."…"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2019

City Centre Motel
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Where should we stay in Bendigo?

The historic destination of Bendigo is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your children. The museums, parks and recreation options are just some of the things that make this an interesting destination for family trips. When you're thinking about where you should stay in Bendigo, you might want to consider one of the 14 child-friendly hotels and other types of accommodation here.

Holidaying families have good things to say about these types of accommodation:

Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn: Offers free parking, laundry facilities and babysitting services. Guests like the overall comfort and breakfast options at this 3.5-star motel.

Stay Social – Features free parking, laundry facilities and free WiFi. The overall comfort and helpful staff make this 3-star guesthouse popular with guests.

When should we visit Bendigo?

You're probably hoping for good weather for your family holiday. You can use this information to plan when to grab the children and head to Bendigo.

  • Hottest months: February, January, December and March, with an average temperature of 30°C
  • Coldest months: July, June, August and September, with an average temperature of 3°C
  • Driest months: August, July, January and February, with an average rainfall of 47.75 inches
  • Rainiest months: October, September, April and November, with an average rainfall of 61.50 inches

What should we see and do in Bendigo?

While you and your family are staying in Bendigo, you may want to visit some family-friendly attractions such as Hargreaves Mall, Post Office Gallery and Golden Dragon Museum. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Bendigo Art Gallery and Ulumbarra Theatre.

Bendigo is also known for its:
  • Art
  • Museums
  • Tours
  • Recreation options
  • Historical sites
  • Gardens
  • Parks

Getting around Bendigo

To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at Bendigo Station. Bendigo might not have as many public transport choices so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Frequently asked questions

What's Bendigo like for family-friendly holidays?
The historic destination of Bendigo is a good choice if you’ve been thinking about a trip with your children. The museums, parks and recreation options are just some of the things that make this an interesting destination for family trips. Take to the air and fly into Bendigo, VIC (BXG), which is located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city centre.
What's the best accommodation option for a family trip to Bendigo?
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments is a top 3.5-star property on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and free parking. Other choices to stay with the children include Hotel Shamrock Bendigo and City Centre Motel.
What's the weather like in Bendigo?
The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 30°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 3°C. Average annual rainfall for Bendigo is 652.70 mm.
What's there to see and do with your family in Bendigo?
While you and your family are visiting Bendigo, you may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Bendigo Library and Bendigo Art Gallery. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Ulumbarra Theatre and Hargreaves Mall.
What's the best way for us to get around Bendigo?
If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Bendigo Station. Bendigo may not have many public transport options, so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

Travelers loved these Family Hotels

    Quality Hotel Lakeside Bendigo

    Endorsed by 10 travellers

    Mercure Bendigo Schaller

    Endorsed by 8 travellers

    Best Western Cathedral Motor Inn

    Endorsed by 8 travellers

    Comfort Inn Julie-Anna

    Endorsed by 7 travellers

    Stay Social

    Endorsed by 2 travellers

    National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments

    Endorsed by 4 travellers

    Quest Bendigo Central

    Endorsed by 2 travellers

    Hotel Shamrock Bendigo

    Endorsed by 2 travellers

    Alexandra Place

    Endorsed by 6 travellers

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