Sawmill Hotel Motel: Traditional Pub Accommodation in Central Wondai

The Sawmill Hotel Motel is a classic Queensland country pub and motel situated just 50 metres from the centre of Wondai. Highly rated by couples for its unbeatable location, it serves as a central hub for exploring the town’s heritage sites or travelling along the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail (KKRT). The property combines a lively public bar and bistro with practical, “no-frills” motel accommodation tucked away on the ground floor.

Motel Accommodation & Features

The motel offers 8 accessible, ground-floor units that provide an affordable base for overnight stays. Featuring traditional hardwood and parquet floors, the rooms are designed with practical comforts in mind:

• Room Types: Options include Double Rooms and Family Rooms (featuring a Queen bed and Single bed configurations). Note: Cots and extra beds are not available.
• In-Room Amenities: Each air-conditioned unit is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a refrigerator, an electric kettle, a toaster, a clothes rack, and convenient power sockets near the bed.
• Private Facilities: All rooms feature a private ensuite bathroom with walk-in showers, towels, and complimentary toiletries.
• Connectivity & Parking: Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Guests also have access to free off-site public parking located nearby (no reservation required).

Bistro Dining, Entertainment & Atmosphere

The on-site restaurant is a local favourite, known for serving generous portions of Modern Australian pub fare. As a central town pub, the atmosphere is vibrant:

• Menu Highlights: Features classic hearty dishes such as lamb shanks, local steaks, and house-made pizzas.
• Entertainment: The hotel features a public bar, a fully stocked bottle shop, billiard tables, and an on-site casino/gaming lounge with an ATM.
• Guest Advisory: Because the motel is attached to a popular local pub, guests should anticipate a lively environment. Due to the heritage nature of the building, some noise from the bar, patrons, or older air-conditioning units may be heard during peak times.

Explore the Wondai Heritage Trail

The motel’s prime location on MacKenzie Street makes it incredibly easy to explore Wondai on foot:

• Culture: A 5-minute walk to the Wondai Regional Art Gallery and the Wondai Heritage Museum.
• Nature: Directly adjacent to the Kilkivan to Kingaroy Rail Trail, making it a highly convenient stop for cyclists.
• Convenience: Walking distance to local bakeries, cafes, the town showgrounds, and the South Burnett Regional Timber Museum.

Policies, Location & Contact

• Check-in / Check-out: Check-in is available from 2:00 PM up until Midnight (00:00). Check-out is by 10:00 AM. There are no age restrictions for check-in.
• Property Rules: To ensure guest comfort, the motel enforces a strict no pets and no parties/events policy. Smoking is restricted to designated outdoor areas only.
• Languages Spoken: English and Chinese.

Address: 42 MacKenzie Street, Wondai, QLD 4606
Phone: (07) 4168 5366
Website:

https://sawmillmotel.queenslandhotelmotel.com/en/