🇦🇺 Dubbo, Australia
Macquarie Inn
📍 Birch Avenue, Dubbo, 2830
Photo: official website
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
Orana Mall — 528 m · ~7 min walk
Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden — 496 m · ~6 min walk
Dubbo Regional Museum And History Centre — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
Arboretum Park — 721 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
EG Australia — 645 m · ~8 min walk
Dubbo Station — 3.0 km · ~37 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Use ATMs at major banks in Dubbo for the best rates; avoid exchanging at the airport or tourist bureaux as rates are poor.
Visa and Mastercard widely accepted; contactless (tap-and-go) is common. Amex less so. Mobile pay works at most terminals.
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
Cheap car hire →Takeaway filter coffee from a bakery: $4.50–5 AUD.
Meat pie or sausage roll with a drink: around $10 AUD.
Counter meal at a pub—parma or steak with chips: $18–22 AUD main.
No real street-food scene; try food vans at events or the Dubbo Farmers Market on Saturday mornings.
Woolworths and Coles in Dubbo for standard prices; Aldi for cheaper basics.
Kmart in Dubbo’s shopping centre for affordable basics; second-hand shops along Macquarie Street.
Local bus day pass: ~$6 AUD. Dubbo Airport: catch the town bus or pre-book a shuttle ($10–15 AUD).
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
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
DubboDial 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
Book a table →💡 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.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Dubbo City Regional Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International
💡 Book by 4pm the day before on 1300 729 109. Door-to-door shared van; cheaper than taxi, but no late-night runs.
Dubbo City Regional Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International
💡 Call 02 6882 4321 ahead if arriving late; airport rank has limited cabs after 9pm.
Dubbo Station → Quality Inn Dubbo International
💡 Routes 510 or 540 both stop opposite the motel on Mitchell Highway. Buy a day pass for AU$7 if making multiple trips.
Dubbo Airport → Quality Inn Dubbo International (via Dubbo Station)
💡 Get off at Mitchell St near the motel entrance, not the station. Ask the driver to call it out.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Macquarie Inn?
Check-in at Macquarie Inn is from null. Check-out is by null.
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
💡 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.
💡 Check the website before visiting – they often run free workshops on weekends for kids and families.
💡 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.
💡 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.
💡 Visit the Sensory Garden at dawn for birdwatching — fewer people and more active birdlife.
💡 Arrive early morning to spot kangaroos and wallabies grazing near the fence line on the free walking path along the Obley Road side.
💡 Visit on a weekday to avoid school groups. The entry is under $15 for adults and includes a solid chunk of local convict history.
💡 Their self-guided audio tour is decent value — you can take your time. Allow 1.5 hours max.