Royal Mail Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (150 reviews)
98 Parker Street , Dunkeld , au

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable rooms
Excellent staff service
Great food quality
Beautiful location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues (insects)
Power failure during stay

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Feedback indicated minor issues with insects in the bathroom, but otherwise acceptable.
Service
9.23
Staff received praise for engaging interactions and prompt issue resolution.
Location
9.27
Location is highlighted positively due to room views and being a perfect stopover.
Room Quality
8.72
Rooms are described as comfortable and quiet, though there's feedback about shower preferences.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities rated well, supported by good toiletries and available services.
Value for Money
8.71
Perceived as fairly priced, though some pricing noted as high for regional standards.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Food quality received excellent remarks, particularly for dinner experiences.
Overall Experience
8.23
Overall experience good, but power failure impacted guests' perceptions negatively.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 04:12

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Dining Experience

The Royal Mail Hotel in Dunkeld offers a luxurious experience with free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and fine-dining at Wickens restaurant. Guests can enjoy Nespresso coffee machines, herbal teas, and mountain or garden views from their rooms.

Unique Experiences and Tours

Explore the largest kitchen garden in the Southern Hemisphere with a chef-led tour, or hike exclusive walking tracks to see a 420-year-old River Red Gum tree. Don't miss the Wine Cellar Tutorial for a comparative tasting experience.

Convenient Location and Activities

Located near Grampians National Park, the hotel provides easy access to Mount Sturgeon and Hamilton. Guests can also enjoy activities like hiking and take advantage of free parking and electric vehicle charging stations.

Experience luxury, fine dining, and unique tours at Royal Mail Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1% charge when you pay with a credit card.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MEL

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for AUD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 150 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.71
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 8.23
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Eugenia • couple • au
9
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Pocock • couple • au
10
Outstanding views
Pros:

We had a lovely comfortable room with a lovely view of the Grampians

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • au
7
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Max • couple • au
10
Wonderful staff, beautiful grounds, gardens, and rooms.
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Clive • couple • au
10
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Torben • couple • au
9
Great enjoyed the garden tour
Pros:

Somellier was great with wine selection food was delicious

Cons:

Restaurant doesn't have breakfast which we have enjoyed in the past

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • au
9
Pros:

Make sure you take up the offers for the conservation and other tours on offer to guests. They were excellent.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • couple • au
10
Fantastic as always. Love the addition of the wellness space
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • au
10
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Chihao • couple • au
8
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • au
10
Exceeded expectations.
Pros:

Everything

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • au
10
2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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FANG NUNG • solo_traveller • tw
8
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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johannes • couple • au
8
It was quite a speccial stay, especially the visit to their kitchen garden
Pros:

dinner, view from the room, friendly staff

Cons:

hard chairs in the room and on the balcony

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Linda • solo_traveller • au
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Everything , we had a wonderful time

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Ed • couple • gb
9
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • us
8
Very good, generally consistent with expectations
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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DARREN • couple • au
9
An excellent romantic getaway.
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Ron • couple • au
9
2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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markus • couple • de
10
tolles hotel tolles restaurant
Pros:

alles...einrichtung service restaurants führungen

Cons:

alles war gut

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee