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Kalua Motel

Fraser Coast - QLD · Australia

Hinkler AvenueView location

7.2/10Very good82 Reviews
Cleanliness7.6/107.6
Service7.6/107.6
Comfort8.6/108.6
Condition7.0/107.0
Amenities7.4/107.4
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About Kalua Motel

Located in Bundaberg North, the Kalua Motel offers comfortable guestrooms just steps from the serene Bundaberg Botanic Gardens and a short stroll from the Bundaberg Railway Museum. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and convenient amenities like desks and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is available upon request.

This motel also places you within easy reach of the Fairymead House Sugar Museum and the Hinkler Hall of Aviation.

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With a stay at Kalua Motel in Bundaberg (Bundaberg North), you'll be steps from Bundaberg Botanic Gardens and 6 minutes by foot from Bundaberg Railway Museum. This motel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Fairymead House Sugar Museum and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Hinkler Hall of Aviation.

Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desks and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided on request. Featured amenities include luggage storage and a library.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No elevators Private host property Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing Property does not require health documentation at check-in Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-in is available Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
    • Safety features at this property include window guards
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per day

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Bundaberg Botanic Gardens 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Bundaberg Railway Museum 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Fairymead House Sugar Museum 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Bundaberg and District Historical Museum 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Hinkler Hall of Aviation 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Moncrieff Theatre 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Buss Park 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Mariners Cove Reserve 1.7 km / 1 mi
Alexandra Park 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Friendly Society Private Hospital 2.2 km / 1.4 mi
Bundaberg Hospital 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Bundaberg Tourist Information Centre 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Mater Hospital 3.2 km / 2 mi
Baldwin Swamp Environment Park 3.4 km / 2.1 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 11
  • hotel
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: SUI.QN

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  • FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDSFAMILY ROOM • THREE BEDSFAM.3B

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    FAMILY ROOM THREE BEDS

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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.3B

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • TRIPLE COMFORTTRIPLE • COMFORTTPL.OM

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    TRIPLE COMFORT

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    Room code: TPL.OM

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  • DOUBLE BASICDOUBLE • BASICDBL.Z1

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    DOUBLE BASIC

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    BASIC

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    Room code: DBL.Z1

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  • Room ECONOMYRoom • ECONOMYROO.EY

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    Room ECONOMY

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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: ROO.EY

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  • DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BEDDOUBLE • DELUXE QUEEN BEDDBL.DX-QN

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    DOUBLE DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBL.DX-QN

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBL.QN

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

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    DOUBLE
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.QN

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • Double or Twin CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDouble or Twin • CLASSIC QUEEN BEDDBT.AS-QN

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    Double or Twin CLASSIC QUEEN BED

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    CLASSIC QUEEN BED

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    Room code: DBT.AS-QN

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  • Double or Twin COMFORTDouble or Twin • COMFORTDBT.OM

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    Double or Twin COMFORT

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    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    COMFORT

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    Room code: DBT.OM

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY

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  • Room TWO BEDSRoom • TWO BEDSROO.2B

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    Room TWO BEDS

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.2B

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  • Room DELUXERoom • DELUXEROO.DX

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    Room DELUXE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: ROO.DX

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  • QUADRUPLE COMFORTQUADRUPLE • COMFORTQUA.OM

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    QUADRUPLE COMFORT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
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    COMFORT

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    Room code: QUA.OM

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  • DOUBLE DELUXEDOUBLE • DELUXEDBL.DX

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    DOUBLE DELUXE

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    DOUBLE
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    DELUXE

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    Room code: DBL.DX

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Kalua Motel

7.2
Very good
82 Reviews
Cleanliness
7.6 /10
Service
7.6 /10
Comfort
8.6 /10
Condition
7.0 /10
Amenities
7.4 /10
50 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
25 Apr 2026
Simon
Staff were friendly. Rooms are tired but clean. Definitely worth the money though.
Self
2/10
Poor
02 Apr 2026
Emma
My booking was canceled after manager rang the wrong number to confirm. On second stay didn’t take money at check in then demanded it later that night while I was driving and couldn’t transfer money, then went into my room and grabbed my belongings until paid after abusive text messages
Self
8/10
Excellent
15 Jan 2026
Jayde
Clean, good beds
Friends_and_family Family
2/10
Poor
27 Nov 2025
Joann
I walked into reception just after check in time, was informed I had already checked in I said no I’m here to check in. The elderly lady said i think I’ve given your room to someone else. The lady seemed confused and said i have one room left but it’s on the road side. We drove around to the unit was shocked to see a family permanently living in the unit next with 3 young children. The man had tools all around his car the outdoor area was filthy. The language and the arguing was constant up to 11.30pm with children still awake involved in the arguing too. The premises require a overhaul and wouldn’t recommend this motel, it was horrible.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
21 Nov 2025
Maria
It was ok
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2025
Catherine
Clean room
Self
6/10
Pleasant
12 Oct 2025
Pirthi pal
Not bad
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Margaret
Older-style motel but very clean and well maintained. Staff were lovely and really pleasant to deal with. Great location — close to local shops and hotels, and only about 15 minutes from the main centre of Bundaberg. The room was comfortable with good air con, fans, and daily cleaning. Bonus points for the pool and great outdoor area, plus undercover parking and everything on ground level for easy access. Very reasonable rates — would definitely stay again!
Business Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jul 2025
Natasha
It was excellent
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2025
Heidi
Spacious room and large TV. Couldn’t hear anything from the other rooms which was a bonus. Easy parking too.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
22 Mar 2025
Jessica
Continent location, to wear we need to be, clean tidy and comfortable. Obviously it is an older building, but for the price we paid very happy.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Philip
We were comfortable, except for the stools, which were too tall and sharp.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Jan 2025
Melissa
Room was reasonably clean except the ceiling cobwebs. The beds were comfy. Nice range of tea and coffee however going to use the kettle and finding an old hot dog sausage living in there for who knows how long was not cool.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jan 2025
Elizabeth
This is a budget motel that is clean and comfortable, I had a microwave and fridge in my room as well as the standard toaster and kettle. My room was close to the road so a bit noisy but not really a problem. Comfy mattress and pillows. I’d stay here again.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Patti
friendly helpful staff, lovely clean comfortable room!
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2024
Lalin
It was easy to stay at this motel and super easy to handle with reception lady.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Dec 2024
Christine
I was happy with the room , nice and clean and aircon was on . Receptionist was lovely and helpful .
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Nov 2024
Sharyn

the blankets in the cupboard were not even folded let alone washed, so we used the towels to keep us warm
6/10
Pleasant
26 Oct 2024
ross
HANDY TO HOTEL AND FOOD SHOP
NO DETERGENT TO WASH DISHES
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2024
Eric
The motel was ok, no problem with the toom, but the wifi was non existant , i had to wander down to the first apartment and sit outside holding my phone up to get any signal.
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
06 Sep 2024
Jenny
Convenient to Botanical Gardens
6/10
Pleasant
26 Aug 2024
Robert
My booking was cancelled because Expedia website said theee that there was a eoom when in dact the r e wan
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
De
Thank you for looking after us while we stayed. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff are very friendly. Will stay again if I’m in Bundy again.
6/10
Pleasant
03 Aug 2024
Katy
For the price it was pretty good, cold though.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Aug 2024
Norman
Stay was ok great sleeping clean bathroom
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2024
Leanne
Clean and quiet
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jul 2024
Stephen
Nice and friendly staff
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2024
Kilisitofa
It was very good place but bit noise from cars driving up and down but overall very satisfied.
2/10
Poor
02 Jul 2024
Steven
No parking
No toilet shower in room
Traffic noise
Broken furniture
No tv service
Stale smell
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jun 2024
Lindsay
easy acess
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jun 2024
David
Everything was great . Easy parking , close to town , room was clean with good wi fi . We appreciated being able to check in on arrival , before 1400 .
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2024
Paul
Great service
Business Self
6/10
Pleasant
28 Apr 2024
Jan
Shower was mouldy at parts,
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2024
maria
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Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2024
Wilondja
Good
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2024
Steven
Clean an tidy friendly staff comfy bed
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2024
glen
Uncomfortable chairs to sit and watch TV
2/10
Poor
09 Mar 2024
Wilondja
Not too bad
10/10
Exceptional
06 Mar 2024
Mandi
It's good
10/10
Exceptional
27 Feb 2024
Wilondja
Be like
4/10
Poor
21 Feb 2024
David
The 'Family' room was booked for 6 people, 4 children, 2 adults. Only 4 beds were available - whilst the booking was for 5 beds. Typically, we can use a further double/queen to add two kids onto one bed - but these were only singles, against what was booked.

Additionally, the cleanliness of the room left much to be desired. We found dust and dirt in various corners, and the bathroom seemed to have been hastily cleaned, with lingering odors that were quite unpleasant.

Furthermore, the addition of a trundle bed was a truly disturbing sight and smell. The mattress was disgusting both to look at and to smell. It was evident that proper hygiene standards were not maintained. Shockingly, even the manager didn't realize that the room had a trundle bed, indicating a lack of attention to detail and oversight in maintaining the room's condition.

Moreover, the customer service was severely lacking. When we approached the staff about the discrepancy in bed arrangements and the unsanitary conditions, they were unapologetic and unhelpful, offering no viable solutions or compensation for the inconvenience caused.

Overall, our experience at this hotel was highly disappointing and fell far short of our expectations. We will not be returning and cannot in good conscience recommend it to others.

I believe EXPEDIA should be pulling this listing from available hotels in the Bundaberg area.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
15 Feb 2024
Greg
A
Leisure Self
2/10
Poor
08 Jan 2024
Yvonne

Uggg

Toilet not working, unflushed when we got there. Cleaners????
Getting electricity shocks from the shower taps. Shower floor greasy.
Won't be back.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
08 Jan 2024
Chandrasekar
The staff were very accommodating. We couldn’t get one of the bigger real family rooms as we arrived a bit late. But, our booking terms were still honored by the staff.
Leisure Family
2/10
Poor
02 Jan 2024
Michelle
Room hadn’t been cleaned this was at checking time 2pm didn’t feel comfortable staying there reception did refund some of my money but still waiting for the rest to be refunded to my card. Not feeling very hopeful, would not recommend.
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
01 Jan 2024
Wayne
Leaking air con .
Had to leave
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Dec 2023
Janet
We have stayed here a few times previously and would stay again. We had a twin room with a double bed and a single bed. It was very clean and the beds were comfortable. We were there for 3 nights and the room was not serviced during our stay though we could have asked for fresh towels. For the price I would recommend this one.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
25 Dec 2023
Darren
Ive been charged $122 for nothing, i didn't stay here it was cancelled but i. Still changed for the room.i hope i can change this re view saying my money will be refunded.To be continued
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2023
Joe Alexander
Thank you
4/10
Poor
02 Dec 2023
Helen
Had to keep ringing manager for service, office was open but no body there. There was no milk or coffee cups in room. Lights were left on in under cover parking which lit up the room all night. Would not stay there again
Leisure Family

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Kalua Motel
Hinkler Avenue, Bundaberg, Australia

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