The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
About this property
Historic Setting: The Old Mount Gambier Gaol in Mount Gambier is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Comfortable Accommodations: Guests enjoy family rooms with private bathrooms, parquet floors, and modern amenities such as free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. Leisure Facilities: The hotel features a garden, bar, tennis court, and outdoor dining area. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and outdoor play area. Convenient Location: Located 9 km from Mount Gambier Airport and 2 km from Blue Lake, the property is highly rated for its history, culture, and convenient location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
Angela
Australia“A quirky stay. Beautifully restored for accommodation. Interesting history throughout. Hosts were wonderfully welcoming and helpful.”- Cook Australia“The entrance was fantastic and the rooms had that bare feel, with real bars on the windows”
- Brooke Australia“Really cool place to stay! Unique and interesting history!”
- Jo Australia“Was a fantastic experience staying in Cell, glad we selected with Toilet, shower block was next to our cell so easy access to use. Loved the place and totally recommend this as something different to do.”
- Allison
United Kingdom“Very different to any property I have stayed in before. James the owner was extremely helpful. The history of the building is interesting. Very basic but that adds to the experience. There is a chapel which has a living room with a fully...” - Karen Australia“This was on my bucket list, staying in a gaol. It was very clean, basic facilities though but ideal for the young (at heart!) and ideal for backpackers. Quite an experience late at night!”
- Laura Australia“Location was amazing the history and all the little clever things they had done”
- Amelia Australia“Being able to explore the facility and the information boards. Also very close to town centre. Great hot water”
- Leighann Australia“From the get go the communication with the owners was easy, super friendly and everything is as explained, easy text to get codes and entry was simple, cell easy to find, heater was on and there room was really comfy, showers where clean,...”
- Cathy Australia“The displayed history of the gaol together with quality renovation made exloring the buildings very interesting. Electric blankets and 'cell' heaters made bedrooms cosy during our cold winter stay.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that The Old Mount Gambier Gaol 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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Old Mount Gambier Gaol in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
