The Riversleigh

7.8

The Riversleigh in Bairnsdale offers a blend of historic charm and modern comforts, housed in an elegant, beautifully restored building. Guests consistently praise its spacious, stylish rooms, featuring colonial-inspired designs, high ceilings, and luxurious touches like spa baths and plush bedding. The on-site bar adds a refined social element, while the included continental breakfast provides a generous spread of options, often prepared with a warm, attentive touch.

While the property excels in ambiance and service, some operational details—such as lighting and maintenance in certain areas—could benefit from refinement. Its central location ensures easy access to local amenities, making it an appealing choice for both leisure and business stays. The overall experience leans toward sophistication, though minor adjustments could elevate consistency across all guest interactions.

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Customer Reviews

★★★★★

The Riversleigh has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 232 reviews on Google

If I could give no starts for Room 7 and the property in general, I would. |Good:|Comfortable bed, good bedding, quiet|Good water pressure||Not so good:|Cracked bathroom sink, cracked toilet lid toilet, toilet barely flushes, very dirty.bathroom extractor fan, non-adjustable overhead shower.|TV mounted on the wall at neck-breaking height.|Only one bedside lamp, poor overhead lighting, room looks like a sterile box.|Poor instructions on how to enter, difficult especially at night.|Garbage strewn at the back entry gate.|No light at back of property until you’re almost at the back door, completely useless.|No bathroom space for toiletries AT ALL|No human interaction, if you call you get a recorded message warning of charges if you contact them !!|Very dirty hairdryer bag.|Instructions on how to enter sent by text and email were in pale grey font, could barely read it, why do this ?|We won't be back and recommend you go elsewhere.

fanfandango ☆ 0/5

It was a real pleasure to stay at this lovely boutique hotel. We were in an upstairs balcony room which was light and airy and private. The breakfast was excellent too.

Emily Laszuk ☆ 5/5

Lovely boutique hotel set in a beautiful historic building. The room was spacious, designed in a charming colonial style with high ceilings, very comfortable and cosy, with a great spa bath. The renovated bar was amazing! I loved my stay.

Julia Mikocka ☆ 5/5

Gorgeous building, central location with good amenities, including a lovely bar. Our bed was comfy and a big bonus was the continental breakfast. Donna was running the breakfast when we visited, she kept everything stocked up and was funny and lovely to talk to.

J5688KCians ☆ 0/5

Boutique accommodation offering great rooms and facilities. Staff offered service with a smile and the continental breakfast which is included offered a wide range of choices. Highly recommend staying here.

Peaky Striders Peaky Striders ☆ 5/5

Elegant hotel with old world charm and modern comforts. Beautifully appointed, immaculate and spacious room. Top class service in a great location, private and quiet yet within walking distance to shops, eateries etc. Would stay again.

Christine Bazzano ☆ 5/5