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Facilities
Property facilities
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WiFi available
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Free WiFi
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Parking
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Free Parking
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Non-smoking rooms
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Heating
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Family rooms
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Garden
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Hiking
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BBQ facilities
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Luggage storage
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Express check-in/check-out
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Bar
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Fax/photocopying
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Soundproof rooms
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Meeting/banquet facilities
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Tennis court
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Table tennis
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Chapel/shrine
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Private parking
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Private check-in/check-out
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Designated smoking area
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Accessible parking
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Shared lounge/TV area
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Board games/puzzles
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Shared kitchen
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Kids' outdoor play equipment
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Outdoor furniture
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Picnic area
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Wine/champagne
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Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
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Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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Physical distancing rules followed
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Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
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Cashless payment available
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Fire extinguishers
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First aid kit available
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Contactless check-in/check-out
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Invoice provided
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Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
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Smoke alarms
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Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
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Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
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Process in place to check health of guests
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24-hour security
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Property Description
Historic Gaol Accommodation
Experience a one-of-a-kind stay at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol, a historic property just minutes away from the stunning Blue Lake. Choose from unique accommodation options like sleeping in a cell or staying in an old warden's office or a cozy cottage.
Complimentary Amenities
Enjoy complimentary WiFi and a self-guided tour of the gaol during your stay. Relax in the shared lounges, make use of the communal kitchens, and freshen up in the shared bathrooms provided for guests.
Comfortable Stay
Each room is equipped with heating and bed linen for your comfort. Whether you prefer shared or private facilities, our rooms cater to your needs, ensuring a cozy and memorable experience at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol.
Ready to experience a historic stay like no other? Book your accommodation now at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol.
Please note that The Old Mount Gambier Jail does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.
Please note that in some rooms towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own.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.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Property Policies
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Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
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Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Children and extra bed policy
Children of any age are allowed.
Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
You haven't added any cots.
You haven't added any extra beds.
Location
Guest Reviews
Quirkiness
Nothing!
Staying at the Old Mount Gambier Gaol was a unique accommodation experience because it transformed a historic prison into comfortable guest lodging while preserving much of its original character. Guests could sleep in former prison cells and explore the fascinating history of the building, creating an experience that was both memorable and unlike a traditional hotel stay.
While the historic prison setting was interesting, the shared bathrooms and toilets were less convenient than having private facilities. The rooms also did not have a television, which may be a drawback for guests who prefer more traditional hotel amenities and in-room entertainment.
Outstanding experience. Excellence breakfast with so much variety and options with a great ambience around.
I enjoyed being able to see the old gaol and where the inmates were housed.
The heater in the living room needs repair.
Es ist einfach außergewöhnlich, mal in einer ehemaligen Gefängniszelle zu übernachten!
Viel Platz in der Küche, und im Aufenthaltsraum!
Sehr hilfsbereiter und freundlicher Pächter!
Such a special place to stay! Loved the unique accommodation. Like staying in a museum. Spotlessly clean and with fantastic, quirky facilities. Convenient location to
Most of the gaol was open to walk through at any time day of night with facts all around the place. There were plenty of amenitites and the anitial self check in was easy
We saw no staff at all however they were available to contact via phone or sms at any time
Such an interesting property to stay at. I enjoyed reading the historical information on the walls and admiring the beautiful mural painted by a prisoner at the time. The communal areas were lovely and even though there is a spooky element to the stay the accomodation felt welcoming and cozy.
The main pointer I would say would be though it was cool to have the light show the bars at night it was a bit bright when trying to sleep with no way to really block the sensor lights.
All the information about its history and the novelty of staying in a Gaol cell
Nothing, it was exactly as it was described.
This accommodation was a great full experience. We did not need to go out from this propriety. It had so much to offer in terms of history, spaces to search and look around to find more about the place. I thought that will feel weird to be sleeping in an old jail, but we were really relaxed. My two boys loved exploring the place and play with the two host’s cats. The amenities were basic but enough.
Due to the way the place is locked by the front big jail door you not able to park close to your room, so you need few trips back and forth to your car with luggage.
James is very nice and helpful. He also provided us with extra information about the city. It was a very nice place to stay.😌
Nothing bad about the stay at all. I was just a bit nervous about staying in a gaol, but that’s just me. The place itself is very good.🙏
The Gaol is beautifully conserved property keeping the gaol antics in place more like living in a museum. The location is pretty good right in the middle of everything you will need. Its quietly tucked in with sufficient parking.
The beds are spring beds which are not so comfy add to it they were bunk beds so adds squeakiness and hence a lot of discomfort for the light sleepers. The walls are strong but the rooms not so sounds proof , there is moisture seeping in , there are pests that might wake u up. If you are a heavy sleeper and dont might these things might be fine too.
We had a really unique and enjoyable stay at this property. The location was amazing and offered a different experience from typical accommodations, which we truly appreciated. The kitchen was well-equipped with all the essentials, making it easy to prepare meals. The room also had a TV, and an attached bathroom with towels provided, which added to the comfort. Overall, everything was set up nicely, and we stayed at No. 27.
That said, there were a couple of issues. The toilet flush was not working properly, so we had to use the outside toilet, even at night, which was inconvenient. Additionally, the Wi-Fi didn’t work well and seemed to have connection issues.
Apart from these concerns, it was a pleasant stay and a memorable experience.
The unique experience of living in a jail which was so comfortable and full of life..😀
Loved the atmosphere staying here, wandering around and reading up on the history and working of the jail.
The rooms were functional and comfortable.
The toilets, bathrooms and communal areas were clean and easily accessible.
Great location, easy walk into town, clean and cosy rooms
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