Tucked away near Tenterfield Golf Club, Settlers Motor Inn is a haven of relaxation. Unwind in the garden or by the outdoor pool with sun loungers and enjoy free WiFi. A 24-hour front desk, barbecue grills, and helpful staff ensure a comfortable stay.
120 Rouse St, Corner of Douglas and Rouse Streets, Tenterfield, NSW, 2372
What's nearby
The Sir Henry Parkes Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Tenterfield Showground Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Tenterfield Railway Museum - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
Girraween National Park - 25 min drive - 33.9 km
The Granite Belt - 42 min drive - 71.5 km
Getting around
Armidale, NSW (ARM) - 136 min drive
Wallangarra Station - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Stonefruit - 6 min walk
Commercial Hotel - 11 min walk
Little Nook & Co - 12 min walk
Tenterfield Tavern & Motor Inn - 19 min walk
Bad Manners - 14 min walk
About this property
Settlers Motor Inn
Settlers Motor Inn puts you within a 15-minute drive of Tenterfield Golf Club and Bald Rock National Park. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in massages. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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
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Children
Up to 2 children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–8 AM
Barbecue grills
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Pool loungers
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Spa services
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free weekday newspapers
WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 7.50 to 10.00 per person
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 2372
Also known as
Settlers Motor Inn Tenterfield
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Settlers Motor Tenterfield
Settlers Motor
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Settlers Motor Inn Tenterfield
Settlers Motor Inn Motel Tenterfield
Frequently asked questions
Does Settlers Motor Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Settlers Motor Inn 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 Settlers Motor Inn?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Settlers Motor Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Settlers Motor Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Settlers Motor Inn?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Settlers Motor Inn and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include spa services and a picnic area. Settlers Motor Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Settlers Motor Inn like?
Settlers Motor Inn is a short 5-minute walk from Tenterfield Showground Park and 5 minutes' walk from The Sir Henry Parkes Museum.
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Reviews
Settlers Motor Inn Reviews
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2026
Arrival check in easy and friendly owners. Room spotlessly clean and bed comfy. Great stay
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 1, 2026
Staff were very helpful
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Great place to stay comfy beds
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2025
Room was perfect and clean. Slight mixup at check in but all good.
leigh
leigh, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2024
Clean comfortable motel. Would stay again.
leslie
leslie, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2023
Good clean motel
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 27, 2024
Very clean and friendly staff
Colleen
Colleen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2024
Awesome overnight stay.
Great overnight stay. Clean, bed so comfortable and room well equipped. Would definitely recommend.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
Travellers Rest
Room was good and clean and the location surprisingly quiet for the location
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 27, 2024
great beds
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 15, 2025
Clean, comfortable & tidy room but premises a bit dated.
John
John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2023
Excellent… having a dine in service for dinner was a bonus.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2025
Would definitely stay again
The room was perfect. Very clean, comfortable, very functional & luggage friendly. Great layout. Bathroom very clean. Staff/reception extremely helpful
Would stay again & would recommend
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2025
Clean and comfortable.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2023
Very clean, very quiet, very comfortable and very good value! And the staff was very nice.
Walter
Walter, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 9, 2025
Parking for unit 1 was a little more difficult, overall the room was spacious and comfortable. The bathroom is very small.
Lynne
Lynne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
Easy late check in ,owner pleasant .-electric blanket on bed.liked idea that cups are removed to the kitchen for cleaning rather than people using bathroom.Clean ,allocated self parking
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2023
All good, friendly staff and all very clean
Bruno
Bruno, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2023
A very comfortable stay! Clean with everything provided. Friendly staff.
Melanie
Melanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
nice friendly quiet
Ghislaine
Ghislaine, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2024
Friendly staff. Quiet and clean. Just what we needed
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
The place was clean and tidy. The room was spacious with a good set of basic facilities: split system aircon/heater, toaster, kettle, microwave, tv and bathroom.
The location was good because it was a nice 5 minute walk into town.
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Oct 31, 2025
The electrics had problems: WIFI, TV, air conditioner all stopped working at various times. However, the staff restarted things at the main switch and all was good each time.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
The SMI is great stopover in Tenterfield. The rooms are very clean, quiet, with comfortable beds. The kitchenware provides a few more eating options. The staff and management are friendly, welcoming and helpful. Good find 😊😊
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2024
The room was neat, clean, very well equipped. The hosts were fantastic, going out otf their way to be welcoming and helpful. S.5 stars omn all points.