Macquarie Inn in Dubbo

🇦🇺 Dubbo, Australia

Macquarie Inn

📍 Birch Avenue, Dubbo, 2830

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Your stay — Macquarie Inn

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Faith & Dietary Nearby

  • Church: Dubbo Baptist Church (842 m · ~11 min walk)
  • Church: Generocity Church Dubbo (2.0 km · ~25 min walk)

Local Lifestyle & Recreation

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Shopping

Orana Mall — 528 m · ~7 min walk

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Walking & Running

Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden — 496 m · ~6 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Dubbo Regional Museum And History Centre — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk

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Kids & Family

Arboretum Park — 721 m · ~9 min walk

5-Minute Radius Essentials

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Convenience Store

EG Australia — 645 m · ~8 min walk

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Nearest Transit

Dubbo Station — 3.0 km · ~37 min walk

Money & Currency

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Local currency

Australian Dollar, AUD

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Where to exchange

Use ATMs at major banks in Dubbo for the best rates; avoid exchanging at the airport or tourist bureaux as rates are poor.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless (tap-and-go) is common. Amex less so. Mobile pay works at most terminals.

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Tipping etiquette

Tipping not expected. For good service, round up the bill or leave 5-10% at restaurants. Taxis: round to nearest dollar. Hotel staff: no tip needed.

Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget

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Cheap coffee

Takeaway filter coffee from a bakery: $4.50–5 AUD.

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Best-value lunch

Meat pie or sausage roll with a drink: around $10 AUD.

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Affordable dinner

Counter meal at a pub—parma or steak with chips: $18–22 AUD main.

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Street food & cheap eats

No real street-food scene; try food vans at events or the Dubbo Farmers Market on Saturday mornings.

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Budget groceries

Woolworths and Coles in Dubbo for standard prices; Aldi for cheaper basics.

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Affordable clothes

Kmart in Dubbo’s shopping centre for affordable basics; second-hand shops along Macquarie Street.

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Cheapest way around

Local bus day pass: ~$6 AUD. Dubbo Airport: catch the town bus or pre-book a shuttle ($10–15 AUD).

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Money-saving tips

1) Fill a water bottle at public taps (water is safe). 2) Book attractions online for discounts. 3) Cook meals from groceries—Coles/Woolies are near most accommodation.

Good to know — Dubbo

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Plugs & power

Type I · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD

Emergency Contacts

Dubbo
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Police
000
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Ambulance / Medical
000
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Fire Department
000

Dial 000 for police, ambulance, or fire. For non-urgent police matters call 131 444. For health advice ring 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). Dubbo Hospital A&E is on Myall Street and is open 24 hours.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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Pizza Hut pizza
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
2
Cattlemans Restaurant Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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South Dubbo Tavern Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
4
Westside Hotel Local
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Milestone Hotel Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Hog's Breath Cafe steak_house
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Amaroo Hotel Local
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Western Star Hotel Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Dubbo, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.

Your arrival at Macquarie Inn

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

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Getting Around

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Dubbo Airport Shuttle 18 AUD

Dubbo City Regional Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International

20 min · Pre-booked, meets flights · 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

💡 Book by 4pm the day before on 1300 729 109. Door-to-door shared van; cheaper than taxi, but no late-night runs.

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Dubbo Taxi 25 AUD

Dubbo City Regional Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International

15 min · On-demand · 24 hours

💡 Call 02 6882 4321 ahead if arriving late; airport rank has limited cabs after 9pm.

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Dubbo City Bus (Orana Buses Local) 3.50 AUD

Dubbo Station → Quality Inn Dubbo International

10 min · Every 30 mins · 6:55 AM - 6:05 PM, Mon-Sat; no Sunday service

💡 Routes 510 or 540 both stop opposite the motel on Mitchell Highway. Buy a day pass for AU$7 if making multiple trips.

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Orana Buses Route 501 4 AUD

Dubbo Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International (via Dubbo Station)

35 min · Hourly, weekdays only · 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM Monday to Friday

💡 Get off at Mitchell St near the motel entrance, not the station. Ask the driver to call it out.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is check-in at Macquarie Inn?

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Where can I eat cheaply near Macquarie Inn?

Meat pie or sausage roll with a drink: around $10 AUD.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Macquarie Inn?

Local bus day pass: ~$6 AUD. Dubbo Airport: catch the town bus or pre-book a shuttle ($10–15 AUD).

Top Attractions in Dubbo

Macquarie River Walking Track Free

💡 Start at the River Street bridge and head south — you'll hit the weir and wetland boardwalk in 20 minutes, which is the most scenic section.

Western Plains Cultural Centre Free

💡 Check the website before visiting – they often run free workshops on weekends for kids and families.

Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden Free

💡 The Shoyoen Japanese Garden is best in spring when the cherry blossoms are out. Bring bread for the ducks, but skip the pond area if you're afraid of geese.

Dubbo Lookout (Mount Boooble Road) Free

💡 Go at sunset for the best light – the city lights come on and you can see the zoo's elephant house in the distance. It's a short, steep gravel climb so don't try it in a low sedan after rain.

Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden Free

💡 Visit the Sensory Garden at dawn for birdwatching — fewer people and more active birdlife.

Taronga Western Plains Zoo (free area) Free

💡 Arrive early morning to spot kangaroos and wallabies grazing near the fence line on the free walking path along the Obley Road side.

Old Dubbo Gaol

💡 Visit on a weekday to avoid school groups. The entry is under $15 for adults and includes a solid chunk of local convict history.

Old Dubbo Gaol

💡 Their self-guided audio tour is decent value — you can take your time. Allow 1.5 hours max.

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