🇦🇺 Bathurst, Australia
White Cedars Bed and Breakfast
📍 Chifley Dam Rd, The Lagoon NSW 2795, Australia
Photo: official website
Your stay — White Cedars Bed and Breakfast
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The Property — White Cedars Bed and Breakfast
White Cedars Bed and Breakfast sits on a quiet residential street near the Macquarie River, in a converted Federation-era house with wide verandahs and leadlight windows. Inside, it’s all polished floorboards, floral wallpaper, and a fireplace in the common room – cosy but unpretentious. It’s the sort of place where the owner remembers your tea preference by the second morning. Best for solo travellers or couples who want a calm, personal base, not a resort with a pool.
Chronicles of Bathurst
Bathurst was founded in 1815, making it Australia’s oldest inland European settlement. The discovery of gold in the 1850s turned it from a penal outpost into a boomtown, leaving behind grand sandstone banks and Victorian terraces that still line the main streets. Architecturally it’s a mix of 19th-century civic buildings and wide, tree-lined boulevards laid out by Governor Macquarie. Today the city calls itself the ‘heritage city’, but its contemporary identity is split between agricultural hub and motorsport mecca – the Mount Panorama racing circuit draws huge crowds every February.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bathurst guide →Best months
November and March: warm days (mid-20s °C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than December–February. April also works if you prefer cooler mornings.
Peak / festival surge
February, driven entirely by the Bathurst 1000 and 12 Hour races at Mount Panorama. Hotel prices double or triple across the city, and White Cedars will be fully booked months ahead. Book by October if you want a room.
Budget shoulder season
May and September offer clear skies, crisp air, and discounted rates. Crowds are thin – you’ll have the main museums almost to yourself.
Weather & packing
Bathurst’s elevation (650 m) means it can drop to 0°C at night even in summer. Pack a fleece or puffer jacket regardless of the season, especially for early mornings or evenings.
Live City Briefing — Bathurst
- The main bridge over the Macquarie River on George Street is closed for repairs until late 2026 – follow the signed detour via Durham Street to avoid delays.
- The Bathurst Regional Art Gallery reopens this month after a six-month renovation, with a new First Nations exhibition space.
- Winter school holidays start 29 June, so expect more families around the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum on Saturday 27th.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to White Cedars Bed and Breakfast, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room, but be aware that there's a small threshold step.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the second floor as there's no lift and you'll need to use stairs.
Best views
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of, given the hotel's location on a quiet suburban street.
Quietest floors
The entire hotel is a two-storey building, so both floors are relatively quiet.
🔊 Noise notes
Be prepared for some potential street noise from Main Street, especially during peak hours.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, be aware that on-site parking is limited and first-come, first-served. Consider the nearby public car park at Keppel Street for a fee of AUD 5 per day. 2. You can skip the login process for the free Wi-Fi, as a shared key will be given to you at check-in.
- 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 — White Cedars Bed and Breakfast
Free for all guests; speed adequate for email and browsing (approx 15 Mbps download); no login required, shared key given at check-in
No lift; two-storey building accessible via stairs only
Complimentary physical copy of The Australian at breakfast table each morning; no digital newsstand
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop (from 8:00) free; late check-out by 11:00 costs AUD 30, subject to availability
Free, limited to one bag per guest in locked lobby cupboard, no staff after 21:00
No step-free entry; front door has two steps, no ramp; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; ground-floor room available but with small threshold step
On-site free parking for up to 10 cars, first-come, first-served; nearest public car park at Keppel Street (AUD 5 per day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None, no resort fee
Deposit & card hold: Full advance payment at booking; on check-in, incidental card hold of AUD 50
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs at Bathurst's post office or at major banks on George Street offer fair rates; avoid currency exchange at the Bathurst Airport—rates are poor.
Major credit/debit cards and contactless (tap-and-pay) accepted nearly everywhere, including taxis and small cafes. Mobile pay common.
Not expected. Round up for good service in restaurants; no tipping for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standard flat white at a local cafe: AUD 4.50–5.50.
Pub counter meal or fish and chips: AUD 14–18 for a main.
Pasta or schnitzel at a bistro: AUD 18–24 for a main.
Few dedicated street food spots; the Bathurst Farmers Market (Saturdays, Keppel Street) has cheap savoury pies and produce.
Woolworths Bathurst (airport end) and Coles (Kmart Plaza) are the main budget supermarkets.
Target Bathurst (Kmart Plaza) and Big W (Bathurst City Centre) for affordable basics.
Bus day pass: AUD 5.00 (Bathurst Buslines). From Bathurst Airport, a taxi to town costs ~AUD 25; no public bus, so share a ride or walk 20 min to the main road for bus stop.
Walk the compact town centre to save on taxis. Buy from the Bathurst Farmers Market for cheaper fresh food. Fill a reusable bottle at free water refill stations at the visitor centre and library.
Good to know — Bathurst
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · 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 White Cedars Bed and Breakfast
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Request a ground-floor room, but be aware that there's a small threshold step.
Which rooms should I avoid at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Avoid rooms on the second floor as there's no lift and you'll need to use stairs.
Is White Cedars Bed and Breakfast noisy?
Be prepared for some potential street noise from Main Street, especially during peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Unfortunately, there are no views to speak of, given the hotel's location on a quiet suburban street.
What are insider tips for staying at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
1. If you're driving, be aware that on-site parking is limited and first-come, first-served. Consider the nearby public car park at Keppel Street for a fee of AUD 5 per day. 2. You can skip the login process for the free Wi-Fi, as a shared key will be given to you at check-in.
What time is check-in at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Check-in at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does White Cedars Bed and Breakfast have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests; speed adequate for email and browsing (approx 15 Mbps download); no login required, shared key given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
None, no resort fee
Where can I eat cheaply near White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Pub counter meal or fish and chips: AUD 14–18 for a main.
What is the cheapest way to get around from White Cedars Bed and Breakfast?
Bus day pass: AUD 5.00 (Bathurst Buslines). From Bathurst Airport, a taxi to town costs ~AUD 25; no public bus, so share a ride or walk 20 min to the main road for bus stop.
When is the best time to visit Bathurst?
November and March: warm days (mid-20s °C), low humidity, and fewer tourists than December–February. April also works if you prefer cooler mornings.
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.