Douglas Riverside

Hotels
8.9 (164 reviews)
85 Gipps St , Port Fairy , au

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Tour desk
Soundproof rooms
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Board games/puzzles
Allergy-free room
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional service
Beautiful location
Comfortable accommodation
Generous food offerings
Cons:
Some rooms dated
Small room size noted

Categories

Cleanliness
8.61
Clean room but some areas were dated.
Service
9.58
Exceptional service from Jane, making guests feel at home with personal touches.
Location
9.12
Lovely riverside location, close to the town centre.
Room Quality
8.07
Rooms were comfortable but some were small and dated.
Amenities
8.6
Basic amenities with thoughtful touches like homemade bread.
Value for Money
9.06
Good value given the warm welcome and upgrades.
Food and Beverage
9.11
Enjoyable homemade treats and good coffee provided.
Overall Experience
9.08
A delightful experience overall with charming hosts and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 06:21

Property Description

River Views and Garden Surroundings
Enjoy stunning river views and peaceful garden surroundings at Douglas Riverside, located just 600 meters from Port Fairy East Beach.

Well-Equipped Units
Each unit at the aparthotel is furnished with a desk, flat-screen TV, kettle, and a private bathroom with modern amenities. Some rooms even feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher for added convenience.

Outdoor Activities and Relaxation
Guests can explore outdoor activities like snorkeling, cycling, and fishing in the surrounding areas or simply unwind in the picnic area. Douglas Riverside offers the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Book your stay at Douglas Riverside now for a memorable experience in Port Fairy.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 164 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.61
Service: 9.58
Location: 9.12
Room Quality: 8.07
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 9.06
Food and Beverage: 9.11
Overall Experience: 9.08
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Holly • couple • au
6
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Uncomfortable bed and poor value for money

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Hughes • couple • au
9
Pros:

Spacious and beautiful views, everything you need for a comfortable stay.

Cons:

Pillows were sinky/flat, not to my liking

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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peter • couple • au
10
Most enjoyable
Pros:

So comfortable and well located

Cons:

Small TV

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Loriana • couple • au
9
Lovely spot would definitely stay there again
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

A bit noisy due to marathon on Sunday morning but it was expected as we were there for the marathon

2026-02-25 • via Nuitee
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Leo • couple • ca
10
We only stayed one night but the place was great. It was clean
Pros:

Size of the room and the amenities. The coffee and chocolates were great.
Great to be along the river and close to town.

2026-02-24 • via Nuitee
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Olana Susan • couple • ca
10
Beautiful time on a river property
Pros:

Location on the river was lovely. Close to town and restaurants. Birds were noisy but that is expected in Australia. 😁

Cons:

All great. Only thing is that our time here was so short.

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Graeme • couple • nz
8
Lovely room, handy to restaurants, walking trails and the river.
Pros:

Very handy to restaurants, walking trails and the river.

Cons:

Could have been serviced each day, as our breakfast dishes were used.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Anders • couple • se
10
Lovely hotel, lovely garden, lovely host!
Pros:

This hotel i sooo nice. Elegant room, very well equipped kitchen. Beautiful garden by the water. Walking distance to city centre.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • couple • au
7
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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Scuderi • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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natasha • couple • au
8
Great would stay there again
Pros:

Location plus it was so clean . The bed was comfortable and staff lovely

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Markus • couple • at
7
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Terry • couple • au
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • au
10
Pros:

Great location, beautifully presented.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • couple • au
5
Cons:

The room was small

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Silvia • couple • at
10
Pros:

Alles

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Enrico • couple • au
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Markus • couple • ch
8
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • au
10
Fantastic place to stay & will book again without hesitation! Thank you Jane & family for your hospitality!
Pros:

Great quiet location, very friendly staff, received an upgraded room at no additional cost, fresh bread, flowers & chocolates upon arrival. Loved the attention to detail, coffee machine & fresh milk!

Cons:

No privacy blinds on glass doors & interior downlight on all night! Only minor issues ( considering the free upgrade we received) however this didn’t diminish our wonderful time there!

2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
7
Perfect
2026-01-15 • via Nuitee