Northern Arts Hotel

10/10

Exceptional

02 Apr 2021

Verified traveler

Welcoming guesthouse

Everything we hoped for from a guesthouse. Friendly welcome. Nice to come down for breakfast and meet other guests and made feel welcome. Nice clean room. A delightful stay and would recommend it.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Mar 2021

Verified traveler

The accommodation was very comfortable and the host was host made us feel comfortable.
The location was close to all amenities.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Mar 2021

Verified traveler

The shower didnt have much pressure. Otherwise lovely. Love the little dog running around. Homely atmosphere.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Mar 2021

Christopher

Great little place, comfortable, clean & friendly

This is a great little hotel to stay in Castlemaine. It might not be five star, or look all that fancy but everything was very pleasant. The room was well curated with some lovely artistic pieces; the bed was not too soft and not too firm; the pillows were just right and the towels in the bathroom were genuinely some of the nicest towels I've had in a hotel or motel in a long time (and I'm including some supposedly much 'posher' hotels that don't get the towels right!). The owner was also lovely; we had a great chat in the morning as we enjoyed the complimentary breakfast downstairs in the former hotel bar and art space; complete with freshly made coffee. So, all in all, for what is really just an old pub that has been turned into a little hotel - it was very pleasant and a great little stay.
As for location - whilst a little bit out of the town centre it was only a ten minute walk which we enjoyed because you pass some great houses and the streets of Castlemaine have so much character; and around the corner from The Mill - a space with a brewery and an Austrian style cafe which serves great Austrian coffee, food and cakes.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

Great stay. Loverly host. Quick walk to the mill and botanical gardens. Also the best pies and treats I’ve had in a long time next door.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2021

Norman

We liked the atmosphere and the quirky decor.
Maggie is a great host and made us feel at home throughout our stay.
The room was very comfortable and the bathroom was outstanding.
A great place to stay!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2021

Verified traveler

A friendly place to stay - rooms well appointed and all within walking distance to the town.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jan 2021

Milly

Maggie and Badger were very welcoming on my arrival. Despite my leaving at 6am in the morning, breakfast provisions were laid out and ready for me to help myself as promised. The home made poached fruits were delicious and such an appreciated personal touch. My room had everything I needed and I felt extremely comfortable and secure. The balcony is a lovely spot to sit and the hotel itself is a truly unique and lovely boutique experience. Highly recommended!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2020

David

The ambience and welcome extended by our host. A memorable stay.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

04 Dec 2020

Lynn

Nice comfortable stay in Castlemaine

Lovely one night stay in an old refurbished \"Art\" type hotel. Very friendly owner, comfortable bed welcoming room and I'm sure when the new owner has finished her plans it will be even better. Recommended.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Lovely old hotel, bakery in the back a bonus suited us fine

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

We had a lovley stay or the hotel. Communication was excellent and the owner was so accommodating and friendly. We will definitely be back next time we are in town.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

We liked the auto security and modern bathroom. It was all very neat and clean with good quality manchester.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Beautiful artwork and objects throughout. If you’re after clean and modern, then this is not the place for you, but if you appreciate the quirky and beautiful then you won’t be disappointed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2019

Jeanette

Everything was done tastefully. Old world feel and furnishings are great and Sue is very welcoming .

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

everything...just a most delightful experience. Lovely atmosphere, such consideration given to patrons.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 May 2019

Stephen

Very good accomodation.

Nice comfortable hotel. Good facilities and nice self serve breakfast options. No one was there when we arrived, but a quick phone call and we were given access code and told where to find room keys, so no problems. Town is interesting, with nice buildings, steam railway and if you are into cars, visit the Rod shop. Hotel was slightly further from centre of town than we realised, but still walkable. Overall very good.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Apr 2019

Lucylou

we found our stay to be quite noisy. the hotel was full and as it is so old you can hear whenever anyone walks up the stairs, or down the corridor to use the bathroom, and even when your neighbors wake at 6 am and chat all morning, everything is heard.
our room was very clean and the bed sheets white and crispy. but unfortunately for us, we found it too noisy to be able to relax and have a sleep in. there was also no wardrobe in the room. we stayed in the olsen King ensuite room. too expensive for the what we received.
For the same price we stayed in a gorgeous Villa at Hepburn Springs the night after.
A continental breakfast is included, its not great. there is bread thats not bought in fresh every morning so is only good to toast. No pastries, no cold meats, if you lucky the fruit might be fresh for a little fruit to go with your toast! The coffee is made by the host and that is nice. but otherwise no trouble is taken to give you a nice breakfast. Better to forgo breakfast and go to the bakery at the side of the hotel and get fresh bread, pastries, etc.
The host is friendly.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2019

Peter

New Northern Hotal

A little way out of the center of town but still walkable. Rooms were minimalist but nice and comfortable. Some rooms have their bathrooms detached but not far away and they supply bathrobes.

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Very homey and lovely small touches like port to have in the lounge area. I would stay here again. Close to parks, pubs.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Simply just v good -quiet -relaxing- bed very comfortable- bathroom clean with good shower

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2019

deidre

Nice place

It was clean and tidy and staff were excellent. The building itself was in need of some repair, but would deff stay there again

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely hotel. We stayed on a very hot day and the aircon was great. Minimal contact with hotel staff - but this was made clear before hand.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Loved the interior design and attention to detail, fabulous customer service and the comfiest bed. A short walk into town. The perfect weekend getaway.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Great location with pleasant friendly staff .
We were upgraded and have no complaints

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Good location to the Mill, botanical gardens, easy parking, easy check in organised, very laid back place to stay delicious continental breakfast including local produce.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

This is a lovely old hotel that has been renovated with sensitivity and is quite different from a standard modern hotel. It's a great place to stay and imagine the past. There are lots of antiques and old books, so it feels a very cultured place.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jan 2019

Tracey

Highly recommended

The accommodation is outstanding in a converted hotel, with a library and plenty of communal area. We were there on our own and only stayed one night. It would be great for a group staying for a weekend with a nice area to gather after sight-seeing. At first you might think this is a little far out of the centre of town. But, in addition to the attractions of Castlemaine, here you are just a short walk from: the local brewery The Taphouse; The Bridge Hotel for an upmarket pub meal; and Coffee Basics for coffee and food that is far from basic.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2019

Verified traveler

Go to this hotel for a memorable stay. Every inch of the hotel is full of character and coziness. Its location is excellent, short stroll to the Botanical Gardens and Mill, not to mention the best pastries I've ever tasted around the corner at Johnny Baker. We felt welcome and will remember this trip for a long time.

10/10

Exceptional

28 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Beautiful old building, uniquely presented and kept. Our host was genial and very helpful. We will be back!

8/10

Excellent

24 Nov 2018

Manoel

Been a small country hotel, we can not expect things like big cities. It's nice and confortable.

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

Great experience, we got there a bit late for a proper breakfast. Comfy bed nice

6/10

Pleasant

11 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

The staff was amazing, but was disappointed with the fact that the bathroom was not an en suite, but across the hall way. We needed keys for the bathroom and our room which in the night is not a pleasant experience. Quite a few floorboards were creaking, therefore couldn't quietly walk down the hallway. Breakfast was ok, but lacked staff to make it a more personable experience. Missed my capuchino, so bought it in the french bakery behind the hotel.

8/10

Excellent

09 Nov 2018

John

A comfortable place to stay & only thing to improve is the breakfast provisions

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2018

Paul

Good Location, great building plenty of Parking and excellent Host

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Comfortable hotel with character

Very comfortable bed, friendly host. A bit further from the heart of town but this meant a quiet stay. Very close to the botanical gardens and The Mill precinct. Would definitely stay here again - one night was too brief.

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2018

Colin

Lovely restored hotel with great art and furnitur.

Had the best night in a hotel I have had in years. Got upgraded room which was small but comfortable. The manager was very lovely and helpful. Downstairs lounge is a great place to hang out and the gallery very interesting. The whole building has been tastefully restored with a lot of interesting furniture and great art.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

A comfortable night in cold weather with accommodating staff who provided breakfast for our early start. Only thing missing [and not essential] was a view.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

Interesting, accommodating, comfortable.

Next time we would stay longer than just the one night we stayed this time.

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2018

Kathleen

easy place to be

very comfortable and easy to be in for an overnight stay - art and ambience interesting

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

We had a tricky start due to a series of unrelated technology failings. Once we got in touch with Sue, we were made to feel so welcome and everything about our stay was fantastic. Thanks so much and we loved the ambiance, style and wonderful hospitality. We wish you all the best and would love to come back with a group of friends to make the most of the amazing setting!!!!

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Cosy and beautiful hotel - loved the welcoming staff, gorgeous art work and complementary port!

10/10

Exceptional

13 Apr 2018

Tim

Perfect place to stay in Castlemaine for a relaxing break

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

We were made to feel most welcome. Our room was comfortable, the breakfast selection had variety, the cappuccino good. We enjoyed sitting up on the balcony with a cup of tea.
The only downside was the delicious smells from the bakery below us.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2018

kristen

Great boutique hotel

We booked this hotel last minute for a trip to Castlemaine. We arrived at 2.30 and the friendly host checked us in and showed us to our room. Lovely homely feel and impeccably clean. We had a private bathroom outside our room (hate shared bathrooms so this was great) and a huge balcony to relax on. The artwork and ambiance of the building was beautiful and we felt at home. Complimentary port in the relaxing communal area (that didn’t feel invasive by other people) was a lovely touch. We will definetly come back here next time we are in the area.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2018

Verified traveler

Lovely restored hotel pub

Comfortable and charming. Beautiful and artfully restored. Lots of wood finish. Lovely friendly host.

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2018

Belinda

Newnorthern, great place to stay

The Newnorthern is a lovely, quaint B & B. On the Main Street but hardly noticed the traffic, there were earbuds in our room and we were concerned that it might get noisy but not at all. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Mar 2018

Stu

Very friendly staff, great place to stay.

The outside might look a bit ugly, but inside it is a great building. Interesting books to read, nice piano, generous breakfast, friendly staff, very comfortable room. And the room was very quiet - no road noise.

10/10

Exceptional

24 Feb 2018

Lyndal

A charming stay in a beautiful Hotel

From the time my husband Neil and I arrived at the Hotel, we were made to feel very welcome and at home, by our Hostess, Karen. The Hotel is a charming old building.
Our upstairs room was small but very clean and comfortable, and had easy access to the balcony. The balcony has plenty of seating and tables, and was a pleasant area to sit with a cuppa or glass of wine. There were tea-making facilities in our room The large guest fridge is in the hallway. Some rooms have external private bathrooms, however, our room had an ensuite.
We had full use of the beautiful dining area downstairs, full of charming furniture, where we could enjoy the breakfast goodies left out for us by Karen.
The only criticism I have is that there are no wardrobes or cupboards in the room, just a few hangers for clothing on the back of the door, possibly because the room is quite small. Also, the bathroom did not have any cabinets, just a small stool to rest toiletries on. This is fine if only staying for one night.
We found the location perfect and walking distance to the city centre. There is also a little café directly behind the Hotel, that make lovely coffees.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this Hotel, and would recommend it for a short-stay trip.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jan 2018

Linda

Lovely hotel, balcony is amazing

We loved our stay, they staff were super helpful the room was very clean. The bed and pillows were very comfortable.
We ate our dinner up on the balcony as we watched a storm roll in. Was amazing.
Would definitely stay again