The Old Mount Gambier Gaol
Australia
25 Margaret Street, Mount Gambier, Australia

The Old Mount Gambier Gaol

Enjoy a unique accommodation experience when you stay at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol This unique property is an historic gaol, located just a 3-minute drive from the Blue Lake and the main street of Mount Gambier There are a range of gaol experience accommodation options You can stay in a cell, accommodate your family in an old wardens office, or enjoy a self-contained cottage Guests enjoy complimentary WiFi and a self- guided tour of the gaol There are shared lounges, kitchens and bathrooms Pickup from public transport can be arranged All rooms include heating and bed linen Most rooms have access to shared facilities, others have private facilities

Rooms

Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory Room
This cell experience dormitory room offers 3 single beds Bed linen is provided Guests have access to shared bathroom, lounge and kitchen facilities The cell opens out onto the exercise yard Please note that towels are not included in the price You can rent them at the property or bring your own
Beds: 1:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Towels/Linens at surcharge
Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
This is a single bed in a 4-bed dormitory cell The compact cell opens directly onto the exercise yard Bed linen is provided Guests have access to the shared lounge, kitchen and bathroom Please note that towels are not included in the price You can rent them at the property or bring your own
Beds: 1:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Towels/Linens at surcharge
Double Room with Internal Toilet
This cell experience offers an internal toilet The double cell is compact and faces onto the Matrons garden, with a quiet outdoor area behind it It is located next to a set of shared showers and is in front of the shared lounge and kitchen All bed linen and towels are provided
Beds: 1:Double bed(s)
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
Family Room (4 Guests)
This room was once used as a prison staff office It has 6 metre high ceilings and a large arch window The room sleeps up to 4 guests on 2 sets of single bunk beds Bed linen is provided The room is located in the right wing next to the shared kitchen and bathroom facilities Please note that towels are not included in the price You can rent them at the property or bring your own
Beds: 4:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Towels/Linens at surcharge
Family Room (6 Guests)
This cell experience is the gaols original kitchen and servery It has 2 large windows that face onto the exercise yard, and still has the original slot that was used to serve prisoners their meals Bed linen is included The room has 3 sets of bunk beds and accommodates 6 guests It is located in the right wing and adjoins the shared living, kitchen and bathroom facilities
Beds: 6:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Towels/Linens at surcharge
Family Room (6 Guests)
This family room was originally one of the gaol wardens offices It is spacious with 6-metre high ceilings and a large arch window overlooking the gaols front gardens This room sleeps 6 guests in single bunk beds, with all bed linen provided It is located in the right wing, alongside a shared lounge, kitchen and bathroom Please note that towels are not included in the price You can rent them at the property or bring your own
Beds: 6:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Towels/Linens at surcharge
Standard Double Room
This converted cell room includes electric blankets and wall heating Bed linen and towels are included The call faces onto the open air chapel courtyard and is within 5-metres of the shared kitchen, lounge and bathroom facilities
Beds: 1:Double bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Patio
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
Three-Bedroom Cottage
Located outside the gaol walls, this cottage is set on a private road at the front of the goal It sleeps up to 8 guests, with 2 rooms each having a double bed, and 1 room offering 2 sets of single bunk beds It features a lounge area with a fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, bathroom with both bath and shower and a separate toilet The cottage overlooks the tennis courts and native gardens and is a 2minute walk from the local Aquatic Centre Guests in the cottage have access to The Old Mount Gambier Gaol facilities such as the self-guided tour and complimentary WiFi within the gaol walls
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • TV
  • Iron
  • Refrigerator
  • Work Desk
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Seating Area
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Washing Machine
  • Bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Bath or Shower
  • Fireplace
  • LCD /Plasma /Flat-screen TV
  • Private Entrance
  • Sofa
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Dining Area
  • Electric Kettle
  • Kitchenware
Twin Room with Bunk Beds
This cell sleeps up to 2 guests on a single bunk bed Bed linen and towels are provided The cell is heated with an electric wall heater The cell faces an open-air-conditioned courtyard
Beds: 2:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shared Bathroom
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Heating
  • Shared Toilet
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
Two-Bedroom Family Suite
This family cell sleeps up to 4 guests and has 2 rooms, one with a double bed and the other with a single bunk bed It has a private lounge, dining area, kitchenette with stove, bathroom containing both bath and shower and a separate toilet All linen and towels are provided The room opens onto a covered entertainment area
Beds: 1:Double bed(s),2:Bunk bed(s)
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • TV
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Seating Area
  • Bathroom Amenities
  • DVD Player
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Patio
  • Bathroom
  • Heating
  • Bath or Shower
  • LCD /Plasma /Flat-screen TV
  • Sofa
  • Wooden / Parquet floor
  • Dining Area
  • Electric Kettle
  • Kitchenware
Hotel Facilities

General

  • Garden
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Parking
  • Heating
  • Luggage Storage
  • Parking

Activities

  • Tennis Court
  • Table Tennis
  • Hiking

Services

  • Laundry
  • Internet Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN
  • Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included

Food & Drink

  • Bar

Common areas

Entertainment and family services

Business facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Miscellaneous

  • Designated Smoking Area
Hotel Policies

Reception Hours

Check-in: From 16:00  Until 21:00
Check-out:   Until 10:00

Cancellation / Prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies can vary depending on the selected room type.: Please select check-in check-out dates to view the policy.

Accept Credit Cards

  • Visa
  • Euro/Mastercard
  • Eftpos
  • Australian BankCard

Important Information

Free transfers are available to and from Mount Gambier Airport and bus station during business hours Please inform The Old Mount Gambier Gaol in advance if you want to use this service, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation 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