Name: The Hahndorf Old Mill Motel
Address: 98 Main Street, Hahndorf, 5245, AU

6/10

Pleasant

03 Aug 2026

Matthew

Spa didn’t work, there was old chocolate in the drawers and the shower body wash was completely empty. Overall the place is fine if you’re just staying the night and for the price can’t really complain too much

2/10

Poor

01 Aug 2026

Odedda

Our stay at the Hahndorf Old Mill Hotel was extremely disappointing and certainly not worth the almost $300 we paid for one night.
From the moment we entered the room, we were met with a strong musty, damp smell. We actually had to spray eucalyptus spray throughout the room just to make it bearable.
The bathroom was in poor condition, with visible mould on the ceiling and walls. The exhaust fan didn’t work, so after every shower the walls and ceiling were completely covered in condensation, with water literally dripping from the ceiling. It was unhygienic and made the room feel even more damp.
The heating throughout the room was terrible. As it was an upstairs/downstairs style room, the upstairs became unbearably hot while the downstairs, where our children were sleeping, was freezing cold. To make matters worse, there was a constant cold breeze coming through the front door. We ended up stuffing pillows around the bottom of the door just to try to keep some of the cold out.
We were also charged an additional $20 simply to check in slightly earlier, which was disappointing considering the condition of the room.
Another frustration was that there was no microwave, despite being advised that one was included as part of the room amenities.
The photos on the website did not accurately reflect the room we were given. It looked tired, dated. For almost $300 a night, this accommodation is vastly overpriced. we would not stay here again and could not recommend it to others.

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2026

Sandra Ruth

We initially were in an upstairs room but the TV was not working so the manager moved us to another room which was lovely although a bit dated with the shower over the bath which I found a bit slippery. This is a very busy town so it was awesome to stay a night and have some yummy German food 😋

6/10

Pleasant

12 Jul 2026

Harald

It was okay but many small issues which would make me not choose to stay there again e.g. toilet not cleaned properly and no shower gel in the container, only able to get one station on the very small TV and remote didn't work, aircon hot upstairs and cold downstairs no matter how you adjusted the fan, 3 of the lights didn't work, no kitchen sink plug or tea-towel. Grab rails around the bath would have made it easier to get in and out and overall the property could do with some refurbishment. Beds comfortable though and slept well, shower temperature and pressure good.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Jul 2026

Josephine

Bed on the loft was not clean there was an inner wear from previous stay inside the bedsheet. We kept it on the side table

6/10

Pleasant

11 Jul 2026

Marilyn

Facilities very old. Bath pulling away from wall. Holes in tiles in bathroom. A mushroom growing in cupboard base in bathroom.

Sheets and beds good.

Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

04 Jul 2026

Elizabeth

The location is great. The staff were friendly and helpful. The unit was spacious for 3 adults and the kitchenette was a decent size. The wifi did not work and it was freezing.

2/10

Poor

28 Jun 2026

Catherine

We were disappointed that the hotplates, spa bath and hairdryer didn't work at all and the air conditioner sounded like a washing machine & overheated the top loft while the lower floor remained freezing.
Also, there was a major incident in adjoining room but noone came to check on us during or after. I had to go find staff the next morning, despite calling them twice during the night & suggesting they call police. Overall, pretty poor effort.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

Amanda

There was no clean dishcloth for washing the dishes before we used them and the tea towel didn’t dry. Otherwise the room meet our needs, with comfortable beds and great parking.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2026

sharon

Nice room lovely shower easy parking

Friends

8/10

Excellent

26 Jun 2026

Michael

Property is ideally located in the main street of Hahndorf within walking distance to all the shops. Staff were friendly and the restaurant served delicious food. Although our spa was not working, the hotel willingly gave us a refund of one night's accommodation.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

19 Jun 2026

Arno

The property was OK and fair and an average 3 star but at least clean. Staff was very friendly and helpful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2026

Patrick

I was in and out quickly for one night so I just wanted a simple room. It is a simple room but it was really warm when I expected it could easily have been cold and draughty in a historic old hotel. Equally, the bed was incredibly comfortable and I slept really well. I expected and was perfectly ok with a simple table / dresser / bathroom etc and that was all fine because it was clean, but the fact the bed was really good and the room was warm without needing a heater meant I wasted zero time on playing with room controls and got to sleep quickly. Staff were also very helpful considering I was a late 11pm arrival and I was able to move on qucikly in the morning

Self

6/10

Pleasant

10 Jun 2026

ROBERT

Rooms old need updating position and staff great

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2026

Richard

Parking was free and easy. Access to Restaurants was at your front door.

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2026

Pravesh

Old world charm.

Partner

4/10

Poor

24 May 2026

Alisha

Was very over priced for the room, we got a room that sleeps 5. The couch had fallen apart, the chairs were broken the jet spa did not work, the loft balcony was unsafe, the heater was ineffective and we couldn't find the reception.
We were reassured that the property will be upgraded at some stage.
The person who checked us in was very lovely.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

22 May 2026

Alan

The location of this property and the parking space are its advantages for myself, and you will now understand my reluctance to take the chance that my honest opinion of the condition of the accomodation again, will be seen by the Managers of the Property and they may well find out who was the author.

Friends_and_family Friends

6/10

Pleasant

20 May 2026

Kathryn

Great location but rooms old & bathroom not very clean

Self

6/10

Pleasant

19 May 2026

John

The hotel has a great location right in town and the bathroom was modern and well presented. We also appreciated the character of the building and having convenient parking available.

However, the room itself felt quite run down and was much smaller than expected. The bed was advertised as a queen but was definitely closer to a double, and unfortunately wasn’t very comfortable. Being located right on the main street also meant it was quite noisy early in the morning.

Check-in took a long time as there appeared to be only one staff member managing the entire pub, which made the process a bit frustrating after travelling.

Overall, it was okay for a short stay mainly because of the location and character, but there are definitely areas that could be improved.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2026

Elizabeth

It was a nice unit and very central to everything in Hahndorf. Beds were clean and comfortable.
Staff were very helpful.

Friends

2/10

Poor

06 May 2026

Cris

Was allocated the \"Loft\" for the 2 day stay, walked in then walked out - dirty, unclean linen, very old bed/s, sagging and falling apart, lack of maintenance - dripping taps, non working light fittings, the room was dark, damp and smelled of mould and dirt. Nothing like the description, - the main building looks exactly like the photo's and suggests an amazing place to stay. For the money being charged, the property would need to pay me to stay there. Only upside was, one very accommodating staff member, who was very understanding and helpful. We were advised that they are planning renovations - needs to happen sooner rather than later.

6/10

Pleasant

05 May 2026

Beverley

The location was very good and the rooms were comfortable. In our first room, there was a faulty and dangerous power point and the tv didn’t work. In the second room, there was still a loose power point and the hair dryer did not stay in its broken holder. It was a large room but there was only one dining chair for the large table and only one lounge chair. Nether room had enough coat hangers though the obliging ‘house fairy’ found some more for us. Maintenance needs improvement.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 May 2026

Sharon

The staff and service are great. We enjoyed our stay and will stay again. The rooms desperately need a fix up. All very clean and tidy, but aging and needing a freshen up. Bathrooms clean but dated. Lots of mold in the grout and under soap dispenser.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

01 May 2026

Lindsay

yes

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

29 Apr 2026

Rebecca

Good staff. Very old room

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2026

Rod

Only negative was noisy main road in old section of pub, otherwise very good.

2/10

Poor

22 Apr 2026

Markus

The bathroom equipment was very old!
The carpet wasn’t vacuumed and plenty of bugs were running around.
Stuff friendly and parking good. We didn’t have breakfast because we checked out immediately after sawing the accommodation.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Apr 2026

Bob

I like hotels with atmosphere. The old mill has this if you stay away from the gaming machines.

8/10

Excellent

21 Apr 2026

Mandy

Great location, food and bars. Staff were awesome.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Apr 2026

Wayne

Up stairs rooms not worth the money no hot water

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Apr 2026

Gerald

A charming motel and surprisingly warm given how chilly the weather was and, as the property is old, some of the windows did not quite close properly.
Staying at the Hahndorf Old Mill Motel set the scene for a captivating town with so many shops and experiences to enjoy.

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

18 Apr 2026

Christie

Convenient location and gaming, restaurant facilities were clean and tidy but the room is very over priced for a ran down motel room. The room was very small, had a smell that just felt old and ran down. Pricing of the room is not worth it.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

17 Apr 2026

Thomas

Car parking was good. Great location

Partner

4/10

Poor

17 Apr 2026

Naomi

We stayed due to a wedding in the area.
The room was incredibly run down & poorly maintained. Very mouldy shower, toilet was not clean, the room had a foul smell, hole in the bed head, overall room experience was far from good.
However, the downstairs area (bar/gaming area) were nice & there was good parking. The staff were also helpful.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

15 Apr 2026

Jacinta

Staff were lovely. Check in was easy. The room is fine, dated and basic but served its purpose. Good location.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

MATTHEW

3rd stay at the Old Mill.
Whilst it's sad to see so many areas \"offline\" and either waiting renovation or refurbishment, the staff are always incredibly friendly and helpful.
Great position, we will be back again :-)
PS - Bring back the live music & DJ's on Fridays & Saturdays.

Family

4/10

Poor

14 Apr 2026

Heather

Parking good, friendly staff. Antique old rooms, quite dusty, narrow steep steps . Bathroom was clean and had good shower. Great location to the street.

Family

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2026

Omer

Nice staff, good location, nice resturant

Self

4/10

Poor

12 Apr 2026

Michaela

Room was not cleaned on arrival. Cracks in the walls. Spider webs in the bathroom

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2026

Lettisha

Staff were great, big carpark so no issues there.
Shower was amazing - water pressure was high and water nice and hot.
My only complaints would be that there were no power points any where near the bed (I had to unplug the tv to plus in the fan to use overnight, and had to charge phone on the other side of the room) - not the end of the told but still annoying - and that the window was not sealed, letting in cold air and noise

Self

4/10

Poor

09 Apr 2026

francesca

Really wouldn’t recommend staying here for the price. The room stank the whole time meaning we left the windows open (that were open on our arrival so clearly they knew) which then meant the traffic from 7am woke us. The kettle was full of mould, as was the fridge. The shower had a door taken out and stood inside the shower meaning we didn’t want to use it for fear of it slipping and breaking or the obvious spill of water to the surrounding area. And the spas on the advertised bath spa were not working and it was pretty dirty to begin with. 2 star property at best. I’ve stayed at hundreds of hotels and would not expect the standard given here for the price paid and star rating.

6/10

Pleasant

07 Apr 2026

Marcos

Unfortunately the room wasn’t clean, spider web on the wall, glasses and cups grease, old and dirt carpet. I didn’t enjoy my stay and I don’t recommend.
Bathroom was a corta in, no privacy, and no TV on the bedroom.

Partner

2/10

Poor

07 Apr 2026

Jenny

I can’t believe they can rent out this room. There was damp mouldy carpet, cracks in the walls and baseboard was crumbling. Part of the building had sunk so the kitchen was downhill and the floor in the bedroom was very uneven (trip hazard) and the internal doors wouldn’t shut properly. The whole place felt unsafe and damp. On the first day a staff changed our towels and left our front door unlocked.
I would not stay here again.

Family

2/10

Poor

05 Apr 2026

Kara

1 star for great location and staff - including wonderful chef who kindly cooked our dinner for the kids when our stove didn’t work.
Property is in terrible condition, strong mould smell, dusty & dirty, bathroom full of black mould, window glass coming away from window, multiple dirty nappies dumped in carpark

Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

03 Apr 2026

Charles

I have been living in hotels for the past eight months and unfortunately I have to say that the spa tub in our room was the filthiest that I have ever seen. I complained to the person in reception and she inspected the tub and agreed with me. Unfortunately, the owners refused to adjust my bill to reflect this. I hate to complain, but this was just wrong.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2026

Sam

All Good . Will be back😊🙏

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2026

Jane

Room was clean, located was convenient, staff was very friendly, they gave us a room upgrade and allowed us to use their parking lot on the day of our checkout

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2026

sally

Stairs difficult if you have a heavy bag

Friends

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2026

Brian

Ok

8/10

Excellent

27 Mar 2026

Denise

Nice friendly staff. Very central with plenty of parking. Even though the room was dated it was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Had to step into spa bath for the shower so this room would not suit older people. There was a toaster in the room to be able to make own breakfast.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Mar 2026

Antonella

Great Location however rooms are literally falling down but if you're short stay and want central handorf you can't go wrong

10/10

Exceptional

22 Mar 2026

Nola

Did not use any facilities other than the Bathroom or Bed which was good. Stairs a bit narrow to get up and lift would be good for those with mobility issues.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2026

Debra

Bed was wonderful, great night sleep. Room was a bit 'tired' but had everything we needed for a short stay. Convenient to shops and cafe's

Partner

8/10

Excellent

21 Mar 2026

Smilee

No working internet, and no teaspoons. Everything for just 2 people, so you have to keep washing up constantly.
No vanity cabinet, just a sink, no outdoor area outside the rooms where you could just sit and relax.
Power point in vathroom hanging off the wall, reported but not fixed

Partner

2/10

Poor

21 Mar 2026

christa

Room was very old, not clean

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Mar 2026

Nicole

I was really happy to find we had been allocated the original historical cottage for the night.
Of course this meant the amenities were limited but that’s to be expected.
It was clean, comfortable and realistic.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Mar 2026

Deborah

Spacious room in a great location but was a bit run down and in need of a few repairs

8/10

Excellent

08 Mar 2026

Sharon

Staff are super friendly and our evening meal was lovely. Our room was away from the main hotel, had everything we needed, bed was comfortable. We thought it would be quiet. There was a band on a bit further up the street which we could hear, they finished at 11pm. It was Saturday night so we understood.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

08 Mar 2026

Tannor

Room had zero soundproofing. Could hear the neighbors on either side, as well as the wedding going on all night behind us. The mini fridge made noise all night long as well.

The door had gaps all around it so we were concerned about pests coming through, as well as the cigarette smoke from our neighbors drifting under it.

Also the wifi did not reach our room so couldn’t even connect to it.

Poor hotel for a beautiful little town.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Mar 2026

Shakun

Nice property with all amenities.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2026

Janelle

I single bed was broken. Some general maintenance painting required. Lounge needs to be update bigger and comfier.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2026

Michael

It was great

Self

2/10

Poor

05 Mar 2026

Siobhan

Dirty room.

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2026

Dawid

Very cosy

4/10

Poor

03 Mar 2026

Luke

Wedding next door made it very difficult to sleep

8/10

Excellent

01 Mar 2026

Linda

Yes thank you

Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2026

Brenda

Please renovate these rooms! I’ve had better furniture in outback dongas. Bed comfy, water pressure in the shower fantastic, but the furniture was worn & damaged. The mirrors were crazed. I recognise the hotel is not overly expensive, but the torn carpet on the stairs, damaged laminate in the bathroom & peeling furniture was pretty tragic.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2026

Sylvia

We were originally in the 2nd floor at the hotel. It desperately needs updated furniture and carpets and repairs and a good cleaning. We talked with front desk staff and she upgraded us at no charge for a room in the chalets. Although it was a significant improvement, updated and repaired furniture and carpets are needed there, along with a good cleaning! The female desk staff was very helpful and super nice or we probably wouldn’t have stayed. Not worth the cost.

Partner

2/10

Poor

20 Feb 2026

Jade

Disappointed as two of the 3 beds were broken on arrival and we told the staff every day for 3 days about it. They kept putting us off. Nothing was done while we were there and has been done to apologise since.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

20 Feb 2026

Judith

Room was rather dated but nice and clean. Staff helpful

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2026

anthony

friendly staff

Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Chin Pin

Room was clean, air-conditioning was good, check-in was simple at the bar. Location is excellent.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2026

Kerree

Great room, great staff, close to everything and well priced. We will be back :)

10/10

Exceptional

10 Feb 2026

Dan

Staff very helpful, pleasant room, worth staying there

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

06 Feb 2026

DANIEL

No proper internet connection and not solving it for days even I asked for it many times

Business

6/10

Pleasant

06 Feb 2026

Umiasih

The room is just bit to old. No tv in the bedroom. For the price is just bit to much.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

06 Feb 2026

Eva

Staff are nice and helpful. We were in a room over the main bar and music was loud until late and we needed to get an early start in the morning. Next time I would ask for a room away from the bar. Good location. Easy parking.

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2026

Meg

Staff were amazing, room was great.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2026

Raju

Had a great stay at the Hahndorf Old Mill Hotel. Very clean, well maintained, and a nice place to relax. Would stay again.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

26 Jan 2026

Kevin

The whole place is showing signs of neglect in maintenance and cleanliness.
Mold in shower, front door lock not very secure- door had signs of being forced previously, only one bedside light worked, both bedside lights were loose in their mountings, furniture was outdated and tacky,

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

25 Jan 2026

marc

Great location and very helpful staff.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

22 Jan 2026

Halen

Clean room, plenty of parking, kind and helpful staff.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jan 2026

Duane

Room needs repairs and revamp, nothing but praise for the staff.

Partner

2/10

Poor

19 Jan 2026

Stephen

The picture postcard impressions of this hotel are not even close to reality.
We booked two rooms and rejected our first offering as one had a broken window closer with no flyscreen, the second room just stank beyond belief. We were shown to an alternate room (two bedroom family room) and rejected that also. It had been used by a smoker (despite this being supposedly not permitted in the hotel) and the lingering smoke residue was not suitable for an asthmatic. The bathroom in this room was also a disgrace as the only place one could apply makeup was in the actual toilet which had bad lighting and zero bench/storage space. The bathroom had no mirrors at all and very bad light.
The staff moved us to a chalet which was acceptable but still not up to the value of the very expensive rooms we booked. Furnishings old and shabby, bed way too soft (old?) TV totally non functional.
As has been mentioned in other posts, this could be a nice hotel if the owners would just update and maintain it., But they are clearly more interested in their room full of gaming machines which was new, clean and obviously meticulously maintained.
This is not a good hotel. It is a pub (apparently the food is good but we never tried it) full of pokie machines with a few very badly maintained bedrooms attached. The staff were fantastic and did an excellent job trying to help us but the reality is that there are far better alternatives available at much cheaper prices.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2026

Merinda

From reception with Sara who had kindly upgraded me! Yes how exciting! To James in the bistro the service was excellent. I really enjoyed the size of the room and the tranquility and outlook to the garden. My meal was lovely and the bistro has 2 TV’s on different stations plus 3 billiard tables. Very enjoyable stay.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2026

David

Staff courteous, helpful. Room was clean.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2026

Ami

Had an upgrade and they let me check in early. Lovely stay

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jan 2026

Alison

Pleased to get upgraded, lovely comfy bed. Friendly courteous staff.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

14 Jan 2026

Mark

The room was clean, the staff was friendly, the bed was comfortable

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

11 Jan 2026

Robert

Very uncomfortable beds, rooms were not clean and faulty power points

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2026

Henriette

Room is simple and outdated. But the quietness was fantastic and so close to shops.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Jan 2026

Stephen

Check in efficient.
Friendly staff.
Clean rooms.
Comfortable bed.
Good wifi

Partner

2/10

Poor

08 Jan 2026

JULIE

The room was absolutely nothing like the room in the picture we booked. Completely misleading and false including a room with very little space and a very small bed which we think was a double. We will never use WOTIF again due to the false pictures and dishonesty.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Jan 2026

Janet

Shower tended to flood bathroom floor

4/10

Poor

31 Dec 2025

Karen

- so many flies (used fly spray then removed their corpses, one of which was removed from the bed cover).
- Toilet paper flaked and broke
- No shower shelf or bathroom cabinet
- No bathroom hooks to hang robes/garments
- Tiny basin space
- The unit’s window was unlockable and there was no safe

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2025

Trevor

no issues the room

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Dec 2025

Lisa

We didnt have breakfast. The cabin was nice just bit outdated. Had a bit of a mouldy smell.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

28 Dec 2025

Teri

The room was fine but the bed was creaky and uncomfortable. Neither me or my husband slept for the two nights we stayed. Would be lovely with some updates to the bed and furniture. Location is really good!!

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

28 Dec 2025

Georgia

Rooms very neglect & not clean at all lights not working stains on walls & bedding, dust & dirt, bathroom fan very noisy needs maintenace, couldnt see reflection in mirrors from dust, carpet filthy & furniture broken particularly bedhead detached from wall, entire room extremely outdated, staff were very helpful apologised & understanding gave us a free meal, but nldidnt include drinks or side's or dessert. Rooms are nothing like what we saw on line when booking, we are not fussy & generally happy with basic as long as its clean we're happy but these rooms were far from that for the money we paid very disappointed, felt particularly sorry for the wonderful staff having to deal with this. Really would appreciated at least half our money back.

Leisure Partner