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White Lanterns Motel
22 Marsh St (cnr Newton St), Armidale, New South Wales 2350 Australia
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#2 of 16 motels in Armidale
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White Lanterns is a popular small motel in Armidale. The motel offers clean, comfortable, quality 3.5 Star accommodation at a good price. The White Lanterns Motel is in the main part of town and next door to 2 popular restaurants. The rooms are set back away from the main road providing quiet comfortable nights rest.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Complimentary tea
Room features
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Microwave
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Family
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English
Location
22 Marsh St (cnr Newton St), Armidale, New South Wales 2350 Australia
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 53 out of 100
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Armidale Airport
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3 Attractions
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Friends booked two rooms for our small group returning from Canberra to Brisbane. Driving in I noticed the gardens and common areas to be extremely tidy. Both booked rooms were kept at a very high standard with some wonderful items of furniture giving each room its own character. The beds were the most comfortable of our week away - better than the 4.5-star Rydges we used! Our group travels to Canberra mid-September every year and stops in Armidale on the way down. As soon as we know the numbers travelling down, we will be booking to stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Room Tip: Book direct wit the hotel to save them having to pay a booking agency
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 20 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your brilliant review:) Matt
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Amazing for the price and what the room offers. Yes it is a tad dated but that's is the only thing it is clean the bed and two pillows each FINALLY a hotel motel that has extra pillows! Honestly it was great they even had slippers and Easter eggs for us not to mention the bathroom supplies. There was a microwave, iron basically everything you could need. Walking distance to the local cafe, pubs and restaurants we had Chinese delivered thanks to the leaflets and information provided in the room and the Chinese was delicious!
I left my sunglasses at the Motel and they were more than happy to post them back to me in Qld I was happy to pay for the postage but they weren't interested in taking my money now that show how much they are in providing customer service!! We will definitely stay here again when we come back down again. Thank you for a great stay. Claire and David.
I left my sunglasses at the Motel and they were more than happy to post them back to me in Qld I was happy to pay for the postage but they weren't interested in taking my money now that show how much they are in providing customer service!! We will definitely stay here again when we come back down again. Thank you for a great stay. Claire and David.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: They also offer breakfast in the morning!
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Response from White Lanterns Motel Manager, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 11 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Hope to see you soon:) Matt
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Needed a place to stay overnight on a two day drive and Armidale was approximately the halfway point. As we would not arrive until early evening and then out early the next morning we just wanted a motel that was clean, conveniently located and not in a noisey area so we could get a good nights sleep.
The White Lanterns Motel met all our criteria with the added bonus of being excellent value with its very reasonable room rate. Plus the staff were friendly, obliging and competent.
The White Lanterns Motel met all our criteria with the added bonus of being excellent value with its very reasonable room rate. Plus the staff were friendly, obliging and competent.
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Date of stay: January 2023
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 9 Jan 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review. Matt
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Great value for money. Room was very clean and comfortable. We especially appreciated all the personal touches in the room such as tissues by bedside and bathroom, magazines and books to read, even chocolates on our bed on arrival. Shower was fabulous with great pressure and hot water. Quirky decorations but really cute. We've stayed in several motels in Armidale but will definitely return to White Lanterns! Thank you!
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from White Lanterns Motel Manager, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 22 Jun 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Matt
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Friendly welcome on arrival, clean room with comfy lounge chairs and bed in room. Breakfast of scrambled eggs was a very generous serving at a reasonable price.
Location of motel is handy to town centre.
Location of motel is handy to town centre.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 7 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for your kind review. Matt
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Driving in from the street, the gardens are immaculate, the courtyard is neat and tidy. The room is extremely clean and well kept. I recently stayed at a large and expensive private hospital and the room was not a clean as this. Great range or amenities. Arrived late and left early so did not even turn on the TV, no had breakfast. Quality chocolates on the pillow a nice touch. The very best value I have ever come across.
A request, this is a small family run motel, book direct, it saves them a 15% booking fee with Booking .com and alike. That amount off the top makes a big difference to a small family run place.
I will be back and recommend.
A request, this is a small family run motel, book direct, it saves them a 15% booking fee with Booking .com and alike. That amount off the top makes a big difference to a small family run place.
I will be back and recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Everyting was great
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 19 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Regards Matt
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We have stayed in many motels in our travels, but White Lanterns beats them all in value for money. It is welcoming, comfortable, clean and quiet and the first time we felt like it would be nice to stay longer than one night. We would definitely recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from White Lanterns Motel Manager, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 16 Apr 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
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This is a little gem of a motel. I only stayed one night and found the staff here pleasant and courteous and super efficient. Although the motel is located on a major road it was unbelievably quiet, no traffic noise at all. The room was tastefully furnished and very comfortable with everything necessary for an agreeable stay including slippers and chocolates. Couldn't be faulted and would definitely stay here again.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Room Tip: All rooms would be pretty much the same.
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 23 Sept 2022
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Matt
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Such an Olde worlde feel about the room : warm, comfortable and cosy The room provided everything we needed with little extra touches such as chocolates on the fresh line and a welcoming note from the house keeping staff. The bundle of books to buy at a very reasonable price was an unusual and interesting addition.
Also, a great price !
Also, a great price !
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Matt Cooper, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 6 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for you great review, hope to see you again. Matt
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This Motel is exceptional in every way. Our stay was very comfortable, Amid exquisite furnishings; the service was impeccable and every attention to detail was thoughtfully considered and provided. We would thoroughly recommend a stay at this lovely Motel.
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Date of stay: June 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Only a few blocks from Armidale township.
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Response from White Lanterns Motel Manager, Owner at White Lanterns Motel
Responded 25 Jun 2024
Thank you so much for you wonderful review. Matt
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"The entry is off a side street. Nearly missed I'd while driving along the main road"Read full review
"An absolute gem at highly competitive price. Clearly the owners are on site and invested it every aspect of their property. "Read full review
"In walking distance (10 minutes) to town, book ahead. Can also get the local club bus. Check to see if any events in the area."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$122 - $141 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
AustraliaNew South WalesArmidale
NUMBER OF ROOMS
13
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Frequently Asked Questions about White Lanterns Motel
Which popular attractions are close to White Lanterns Motel?
Nearby attractions include Armidale Pine Forest (0.3 km), Armidale Farmers' Market (0.8 km), and Armidale Art Gallery (1.1 km).
What are some of the property amenities at White Lanterns Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and baggage storage.
Which room amenities are available at White Lanterns Motel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at White Lanterns Motel?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and free instant coffee during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to White Lanterns Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Whitebull Hotel, The Glasshouse, and Tattersalls Hotel Armidale - Restaurant.
Are there any historical sites close to White Lanterns Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Booloominbah Historic House (3.0 km).