The Old Mount Gambier Gaol

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave

Double Room (Double Cell without Toilet) | View from room

9.2

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

Hotel in Mount Gambier

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Hotel in Mount Gambier with a bar and an outdoor tennis court
This hotel features a bar/lounge, an outdoor tennis court, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and express check-in are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
The Old Mount Gambier Gaol offers 17 accommodations. Rooms open to patios. This Mount Gambier hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor tennis court.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Mount Gambier

Nearby attractions

Umpherston Sinkhole / Balumbul

3.2 mi

Blue Lake Lookout

1.6 mi

Tantanoola Caves Conservation Park

27.1 mi

Apex Lookout

1.4 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room (Double Cell without Toilet)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

1 Double • 1 Bunk

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double Room (Double Cell with Toilet)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room (4-Bed Family Dorm Room)

2 Bunk

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room (6-Bed Family Dorm Room)

3 Bunk

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

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The Old Mount Gambier Gaol

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9.2

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

Hotel in Mount Gambier

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this hotel

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Mount Gambier

Nearby attractions

Umpherston Sinkhole / Balumbul

3.2 mi

Blue Lake Lookout

1.6 mi

Tantanoola Caves Conservation Park

27.1 mi

Apex Lookout

1.4 mi

Available Rooms

Double Room (Double Cell without Toilet)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

1 Double • 1 Bunk

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Double Room (Double Cell with Toilet)

1 Double

Sleeps 2

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room (4-Bed Family Dorm Room)

2 Bunk

Sleeps 4

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Family Room (6-Bed Family Dorm Room)

3 Bunk

Sleeps 6

You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing

Reviews

9.2

Outstanding(110 Reviews)

10.0

Aug 2024

A fun and interesting stay. Loved the history. Welcoming hosts

10.0

Aug 2024

This is a very unique place to stay & if you want to stay somewhere different this is a must if you are staying in Mount Gambier. Able to browse around the property/gaol and see/read the history of the gaol. This place has been set up wonderfully by the owners Melissa & James.

8.0

Jul 2024

Unique property, we had a fun time. Everything clean and tidy. Well equipped kitchen, everything you need. We stayed 2 nights so we had a cell with a toilet, a bit of luxury! Heating was great very toasty.

10.0

Jul 2024

Loved it! Interesting spot. Excellent management

6.0

Jun 2024

Didn’t want to share shower facilities…. No TV in room…or hairdryer… experience once but not again

10.0

May 2024

Loved the resident cats

8.0

Apr 2024

Mel was wonderfully helpful, and so friendly. The gaol has been treated with respect and there is life back in what could of been a potentially depressing and sad place. My boy loved the basketball ring in the 'exercise area', we actually spent a lot of time out there shooting hoops. Such a cool place to say ive stayed in, and will stay again for sure.

10.0

Mar 2024

It was exciting to stay on an old Gaol. The owners have done a great job with renovations whilst also keeping a lot of the old Gaol feel. Owners are very friendly and were extremely helpful in discussing local dining options. They did this after hours by phone and couldn’t have been more helpful. I was also impressed with the descriptive plaques/signs all around the gaol giving a great history lesson. My stay was very enjoyable in an interesting property providing comfortable fun accomodation.

8.0

Mar 2024

Don't expect all mod cons in your room; it is a gaol cell after all, but there is a kitchen and dining area, lounge and shower rooms along with plenty of history to get immersed in. Apparently a ghostly figure in white has been seen but not on our stay. Highly recommend it.

8.0

Jan 2024

Very friendly and welcoming. An adventure for the kids.

5.0

Jan 2024

Great experience to spend a night in the cell in the old gaol. Lots of interesting information and things to look at as you walk around. Lovely communal areas, especially the chapel. Thanks for the unique opportunity, it's great to see an old building with history, preserved and used for something new. We got there at around 4pm and were expecting there to be someone at reception. Luckily some of the other guests helped us to get in through the main gate and told us we would have an email with cell number and entry information. Once we found that we were able to gain access so all good.

10.0

Sep 2023

Awesome place to stay would highly recommend. What a great idea turning a prison into accommodation for the public.

10.0

Sep 2023

Well-maintained and comfortable with a lot of history to explore.

10.0

Aug 2023

Fantastic unique property. More supportive mattresses and more power points would be nice, but a great short stay.

10.0

Jun 2023

Life time experience and unique adventuring around the 150 year old heritage building

10.0

Mar 2023

We really enjoyed our stay there. I was formerly a Correctional Officer and enjoyed the experience and was able to reflect on what it would have been like to have been a prisoner back in the early days.

10.0

Feb 2023

Such an amazing place to spend a few nights! With so much atmosphere, it’s a place unlike any you will every experience. James was a wonderful and interesting host, and the cell (room!) we had was clean and comfortable, although obviously smaller and less “fancy” than any we’d normally experience. If you want a fancy place with all the mod cons, this is obviously not it. If you want somewhere different and fascinating, definitely give this a try!

10.0

Jan 2023

This unique property was a pit-stop for us on the way from Melbourne to Adelaide. We arrived very late despite our best efforts, and against the wishes of the staff. When I contacted the staff to apologise, they were not just understanding, but accommodating - reassuring us that everything would be fine. We also made the unfortunate mistake of leaving something behind, once again the host, James, was incredibly helpful in having that item shipped back to Perth for us. The grounds are beautifully kept with historical moments noted throughout. Despite its history, the common areas feel neat and relatively luxurious. The kitchen and bathroom are what one might expect at a place of incarceration - but suited us just fine. I would highly recommend this for a short stay if passing through the area.

10.0

Jan 2023

This was an absolutely beautiful and interesting place to stay. The history and story behind it was so fascinating and the owners have kept the character and aura of the place to its truest form. My kids and I absolutely loved staying here and will make this place one to return to many times.

10.0

Jan 2023

Great experience recommend it to everyone

8.0

Jan 2023

Liked the uniqueness of the place and the experience provided. There was also quite a bit of information about the gaol when it did operate and how brutal a time the 19th century especially, was. Didn't like the absence of staff to ask any questions and the lack of toilet facilities that were in good condition. Also, a mirror in each cell wouldn't go astray.

6.0

Dec 2022

En-suite was a bit confusing as we were expecting our own shower . Nice and quiet , very basic but to be expected as sleeping in a cell. Bed was not very comfy

10.0

Oct 2022

This stay was steeped in history. It is not luxurious as it is an insight into a historic prison but it is very comfortable and the ammenities are great. It is also centrally located so you can visit the town and the local pubs easilt.

2.0

Oct 2022

Unfortunately this property did not meet our expectations regarding the actual accommodation. We chose to not stay at the property and preferred much more conventional accommodation.

10.0

Sep 2022

would recommend to people for something different

10.0

Jul 2022

Fantastic place! Awesome atmosphere! This is not a resort, this is a very old gaol/jail that has been converted into an accommodation. The property is clean, hot water plentiful, hosts were friendly, and the amenities are eclectic and charming. Highly recommend!

10.0

Jul 2022

What a fantastic place. Can’t recommend it highly enough. Great for families. Best place to stay in Mount Gambier

10.0

Jun 2022

The Old Mt Gambier Gaol was such a fun and unique place to stay. The double cell was small and cosy, perfect size for two people with not much luggage. All the shower and bathroom facilities were clean and hygienic. Staff were really accomodating and helpful. Plus it’s a history lesson and experience unlike any other!

10.0

Apr 2022

An opportunity to stay in absolutely unique accommodation: rooms and amenities clean and welcoming Easy check in and secure parking at the end of a long drive just made it so much easier to unwind and relax Good access to central Mt Gambier and walking distance around the lake Would do again and thoroughly recommend Thank you to James and Mel

5.0

Jan 2022

Fantastic! Perfectly blended novelty value with good quality family accommodation. The No.27 family cell catered for our needs (family of 4) and the gaol offered a memorable experience for all of us.

5.0

Jan 2022

Fantastic! Perfectly blended novelty value with good quality family accommodation. The No.27 family cell catered for our needs (family of 4) and the gaol offered a memorable experience for all of us.

5.0

Aug 2021

liked our stay ,James was very welcoming , the place was really clean , A nice place to stay

5.0

Aug 2021

liked our stay ,James was very welcoming , the place was really clean , A nice place to stay

5.0

Jul 2021

We were welcomed by the lovely owner James and his family. Very secured courtyard for the kids to play and run. Centrally located position with great railway playground just few minutes away. Great history to the accommodation.

4.0

Apr 2021

An excellent authentic jail. Think about the type of hotel stay you want!If you want a minibar/soft beds/TVs in your room and fluffy towels this might not be your choice.If you are after a unique stay in prison buildings (you get the key) with lots of shared kitchen/lounge areas and great historical information this will be perfect.

4.0

Apr 2021

An excellent authentic jail. Think about the type of hotel stay you want! If you want a minibar/soft beds/TVs in your room and fluffy towels this might not be your choice. If you are after a unique stay in prison buildings (you get the key) with lots of shared kitchen/lounge areas and great historical information this will be perfect.

5.0

Mar 2021

Rooms clean and comfortable in unique surroundings. A great way to spend a couple of nights. Not 5 star but worth the experience.

5.0

Mar 2021

Rooms clean and comfortable in unique surroundings. A great way to spend a couple of nights. Not 5 star but worth the experience.

4.0

Mar 2021

You will love it if you like to stay at unique places. The cells are heatable, it was nice and warm despite the cool nights. There is extra blanket in case you need it. I loved that there were thinner pillows so you don’t brake your neck. The owners are very friendly and welcoming.

4.0

Mar 2021

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Mount Gambier?

The average price for a rental in Mount Gambier is R 2,036 per night. This rental is R 750 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol. Enjoy the water!

Is The Old Mount Gambier Gaol pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol?

We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.

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The Old Mount Gambier Gaol

Hotel in Mount Gambier

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Mount Gambier

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room (Double Cell without Toilet)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Double Room (Double Cell with Toilet)

Family Room (4-Bed Family Dorm Room)

Family Room (6-Bed Family Dorm Room)

The Old Mount Gambier Gaol

Hotel in Mount Gambier

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Mount Gambier

Nearby attractions

Available Rooms

Double Room (Double Cell without Toilet)

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Double Room (Double Cell with Toilet)

Family Room (4-Bed Family Dorm Room)

Family Room (6-Bed Family Dorm Room)

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Mount Gambier?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is The Old Mount Gambier Gaol pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Old Mount Gambier Gaol?

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