🇦🇺 Bathurst, Australia
Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst
📍 19 Havannah St, Bathurst NSW 2795, Australia
Your stay — Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst
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The Property — Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst
Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst is a tidy, no-frills 3-star set back from the main drag. The lobby is clean and functional with laminate floors, a reception desk and a small seating area. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a safe, quiet base near the town centre without paying for a heritage hotel.
Chronicles of Bathurst
Bathurst was founded in 1815, making it Australia's oldest inland settlement. Its grid of broad streets reflects early colonial planning, and the architecture ranges from gold-rush Victorian shops to grand public buildings like the 1880s Court House. Today the town is known equally for the Mount Panorama motor racing circuit and its role as a service centre for the surrounding agricultural region. Culturally, it balances its gold-rush and racing heritage with a growing food and wine scene.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bathurst guide →Best months
October and November for spring blooms and pleasant temperatures, plus March and April for autumn colours and fewer tourists.
Peak / festival surge
October (Bathurst Spring Cycle) and especially October–November for the Bathurst 1000 race. Hotel prices can double or triple during race weekends; advance booking is essential. The race draws over 200,000 visitors.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer mild weather, lower room rates and quieter streets, especially midweek.
Weather & packing
Bathurst's climate is continental: hot summers and cold, frosty winters. For June expect daytime highs around 12°C and overnight lows near freezing. Pack a thick jacket, beanie and gloves, plus layers for indoor/outdoor transitions.
Live City Briefing — Bathurst
- Bathurst Regional Council is upgrading parts of the CBD footpaths along George Street, with temporary closures near the courthouse expected into late 2026.
- A new permanent outdoor dining area has opened on Keppel Street outside the Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, adding a few more places to eat al fresco.
- Winter 2026 can bring foggy mornings around Mount Panorama; drive with care if heading up the circuit early.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on an upper floor at the end of a corridor. These are typically quieter and have less foot traffic, and often get better natural light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift lobby, ice machines, or stairwell doors—these are common noise sources in hotels of this size. Also avoid ground-floor rooms if the hotel has a bar or function space; noise can travel.
Best views
In a 3-star property, the best view is often from the top floor facing away from the car park or main road. Ask for a 'rear-facing' room if the building has that layout.
Quietest floors
Upper floors (typically 3rd or 4th in a 4-storey building) are usually quieter, as they are further from street noise and common areas like the lobby or breakfast room.
🔊 Noise notes
Standard double glazing is not guaranteed in 3-star hotels, so road-facing rooms can be noisy. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper. Also, thin walls are common; a room between two unoccupied ones is ideal but hard to guarantee.
Insider tips
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask about 'quiet zone' rooms—some chains allocate these on request. 2. If you're driving, ask for a room near the back entrance so you can load luggage without passing through the lobby.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst
Free basic Wi-Fi is included (up to 5 Mbps). A premium tier at 20 Mbps costs $5 AUD per hour or $15 AUD per 24 hours. No login constraints.
Yes, a lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers. A complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) is accessible via the guest Wi-Fi portal.
Standard check-in from 14:00. Bag drop available before check-in. Late check-out until 12:00 costs $30 AUD; later must be arranged.
Free baggage storage available at the front desk during hours of operation.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; a wheelchair-accessible room is available on the ground floor. No structural limitations reported.
Free on-site parking is available, first-come, first-served. The nearest public car park is at Bathurst Memorial Hall, a 5-minute walk, $10 AUD per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A one-night advance deposit is charged at booking. A $100 AUD incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Bathurst City Uniting Church (946 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: All Saints Cathedral (999 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Cathedral of St Michael and St John (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Bathurst Presbyterian Church (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bathurst City Centre — 699 m · ~9 min walk
Carrington Park — 443 m · ~6 min walk
Bathurst Rail Museum — 737 m · ~9 min walk
Macquarie Playground — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Reliance Credit Union — 753 m · ~9 min walk
Forbutt's Keppel Street Pharmacy — 707 m · ~9 min walk
EG Australia — 584 m · ~7 min walk
Bathurst Station — 578 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs at major banks (Commonwealth, Westpac, NAB, ANZ) for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux at airports or tourist spots as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, cafes, and petrol stations; contactless (tap-and-go) is standard for most transactions under $200; American Express and Diners Club are rarely accepted; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) works wherever contactless is supported.
Tipping is not expected or required; rounding up the bill or leaving small change for exceptional service is fine but wholly optional — no tipping for taxis or hotel staff unless for special assistance.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard flat white or long black from any local cafe costs around $4.50–$5.00; avoid upmarket roasteries that charge $6+.
A counter meal at a pub or a sandwich from a bakery costs $12–$16; fish and chips from a takeaway shop is about $10–$14.
A main at a suburban Chinese or Thai takeaway runs $15–$20; pub counter meals (steak, schnitzel) are usually $18–$25.
Bathurst doesn't have a dedicated street food scene; pick up a pie from a bakery or hot chips from a fish-and-chip shop for a cheap eat.
Woolworths and Coles are the main budget supermarket chains in this area; Aldi is not present in Bathurst.
Kmart and Target at Bathurst City Centre offer the cheapest new clothing; op shops (charity stores) like Vinnies or Salvos are common for second-hand bargains.
The cheapest way around Bathurst is walking or cycling (mostly flat, bike-friendly); the local bus network (Bathurst Buslines) has a single fare of about $3.20; from the airport (Bathurst Regional Airport), a taxi to town costs roughly $20–$25 — no public bus serves the airport.
Bring a reusable water bottle (tap water is clean and free everywhere); buy groceries at Woolworths or Coles and cook in your accommodation to save on meals; skip expensive tourist tours and explore the heritage streets and parks on foot.
Good to know — Bathurst
Type I · 230V
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$1 ≈ A$1.43 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
BathurstWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bathurst, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Reliance Credit Union — 753 m · ~9 min walk — pharmacy · Forbutt's Keppel Street Pharmacy — 707 m · ~9 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bathurst Airport (BHS) → Bathurst Heritage Motor Inn (28 Sydney Rd)
💡 Call Bathurst Taxis (02 6331 2121) ahead of your flight arrival; wait times can be 15–20 min late at night.
Bathurst Railway Station (Havannah St) → Bathurst Heritage Motor Inn (stop: Sydney Rd at Piper St)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver (exact change preferred). For the return to the station, flag the bus down on the opposite side of Sydney Rd.
Sydney Central Station → Bathurst Railway Station
💡 Book online at transportnsw.info to secure the cheap 'Advance' fare. The Bathurst Heritage Motor Inn is a 10-min walk or short cab from the station; head south past the roundabout.
Bathurst Heritage Motor Inn → Bathurst CBD (Kings Parade)
💡 The motel is a 20-min walk to cafés on George St — skip the taxi during daylight. If you need a cab after 11pm, pre-book with 30-min notice.
About Bathurst
Wikipedia ↗
Bathurst ( BATH-erst, locally /ˈbæθəst/ BATH-əst) is a city in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia. Bathurst is about 200 kilometres (120 mi) west-northwest of Sydney and is the seat of the Bathurst Regional Council. Founded in 1815, Bathurst is the oldest inland settlement in Austr...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
Request a room on an upper floor at the end of a corridor. These are typically quieter and have less foot traffic, and often get better natural light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
Avoid rooms near the lift lobby, ice machines, or stairwell doors—these are common noise sources in hotels of this size. Also avoid ground-floor rooms if the hotel has a bar or function space; noise can travel.
Is Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst noisy?
Standard double glazing is not guaranteed in 3-star hotels, so road-facing rooms can be noisy. Bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper. Also, thin walls are common; a room between two unoccupied ones is ideal but hard to guarantee.
Which rooms have the best views at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
In a 3-star property, the best view is often from the top floor facing away from the car park or main road. Ask for a 'rear-facing' room if the building has that layout.
What are insider tips for staying at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
1. Book directly with the hotel and ask about 'quiet zone' rooms—some chains allocate these on request. 2. If you're driving, ask for a room near the back entrance so you can load luggage without passing through the lobby.
What time is check-in at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
Check-in at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi is included (up to 5 Mbps). A premium tier at 20 Mbps costs $5 AUD per hour or $15 AUD per 24 hours. No login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
A counter meal at a pub or a sandwich from a bakery costs $12–$16; fish and chips from a takeaway shop is about $10–$14.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Comfort Inn Serenity Bathurst?
The cheapest way around Bathurst is walking or cycling (mostly flat, bike-friendly); the local bus network (Bathurst Buslines) has a single fare of about $3.20; from the airport (Bathurst Regional Airport), a taxi to town costs roughly $20–$25 — no public bus serves the airport.
When is the best time to visit Bathurst?
October and November for spring blooms and pleasant temperatures, plus March and April for autumn colours and fewer tourists.
Top Attractions in Bathurst
💡 Bring bread for the ducks but avoid the huge eels in the pond — they're harmless but startling. The public toilets near the Russell Street entrance are the cleanest in town.
💡 Check their website for free floor talks with curators on Saturday afternoons. The gallery shop sells affordable prints by regional artists.
💡 Pop in on a weekday morning around 10am when the court registrar often gives a brief free tour if they're not busy. Avoid during lunch sessions (1-2pm).
💡 Drive to the top at sunset for best light and minimal traffic. On non-race days, you can walk or cycle the full 6.2km circuit for free — just keep left for safety.
💡 Entry is $12 adults but free for under-16s. Go on the first Tuesday of the month for half-price admission. Allow 45 minutes max.