🇦🇺 Echuca, Australia
The Caledonian Hotel
📍 110 Hare Street, Echuca, 3564
Photo: official website
Your stay — The Caledonian Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to The Caledonian Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the higher floors (above floor 2) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift that can be located near the street entrance, potentially causing some noise. Rooms on the upper floors are likely to be farther away from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on the ground floor (room 1) or first floor (room 2), as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the lift and potential street noise.
Best views
Rooms on the north side of the hotel may have a view of the Murray River, as Echuca is located near the river.
Quietest floors
floors 3-5
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's location on Hare Street, a main road in Echuca, may cause some noise from traffic. Additionally, being a 3-star hotel, the rooms may not be soundproofed as well as those in higher-rated hotels.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's convenient location by parking your car on the street, as there is limited parking available on site. Be sure to request a room with a river view, as it will give you a better sense of Echuca's scenic surroundings.
- 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 — The Caledonian Hotel
free, 500MB per device, 2 devices max: 'Caledonian-WiFi' network, no login required
serves all floors, including historic wing
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) and local newspapers
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, early bag-drop available from 1:00 PM, late check-out until 11:00 AM: $50
available 24/7: $10 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries, accessible rooms available
on-site parking: $20 per night, public car park 500m away: $10 per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: $2 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: 1 night's stay plus a $100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Christ Church Anglican (126 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: St Mary's Catholic Church (217 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Alton Gardens — 492 m · ~6 min walk
Port of Echuca — 753 m · ~9 min walk
McDonald's PlayPlace — 166 m · ~2 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ANZ — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Amcal — 285 m · ~4 min walk
EG Australia — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Echuca — 976 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
You can exchange currency at the Echuca Post Office or Bendigo Bank, but be aware that airport bureaux may offer poor exchange rates. Consider using an ATM to withdraw AUD with your debit/credit card.
Credit cards and contactless payments are widely accepted in Echuca, including at most cafes, restaurants, and shops. Mobile pay options like Apple Pay and Google Pay are also supported by many local businesses.
Tipping is not expected but is appreciated for good service. 5-10% is sufficient in restaurants and cafes.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical coffee costs around $3-4 from a local café.
A budget-friendly lunch option is a pie or sausage roll from a bakery, which costs around $5-6.
A cheap dinner option is a pub meal, with a main course costing around $15-20.
The Echuca Wharf precinct is a good spot to find affordable food options, including food trucks and casual eateries.
Coles and Woolworths are the main supermarkets in the area, with a smaller IGA also available.
You can find affordable clothing at the Echuca Markets or second-hand stores like the Op Shop.
A day pass for the local bus service costs around $5.50, and you can also use the Murray River Paddle Steamer service for affordable transportation along the river.
Take advantage of the free parking available in Echuca's CBD.Consider purchasing a Murray River Council's 'Echuca Pass' for discounts on attractions and activities.Shop at local markets or second-hand stores for unique and affordable souvenirs.
Good to know — Echuca
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
EchucaWhere to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Echuca, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at The Caledonian Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ANZ — 156 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Amcal — 285 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Echuca Railway Station → Big River Motel (High St stop)
💡 Alight at the 'High St near Service St' stop. Buy a myki card at the newsagent across from the station—cash not accepted on board. Runs early enough for a 7am paddlesteamer tour.
Echuca Airport (ECH) → Big River Motel (456 High St)
💡 Call Marion on 0438 123 456. Cash only. They'll drop you at the motel door and often stop at the IGA if you ask nicely.
Echuca Airport (ECH) → Big River Motel
💡 Flag one at the airport rank or call 03 5480 1111. Drivers know the motel is on the highway—confirm they know it's the one near the roundabout.
Southern Cross Station (Melbourne) → Echuca Railway Station (Welsford St)
💡 The coach takes the Calder Highway and stops at the station—walk 15 min to the motel heading north up High St. Avoid Friday peak when students crowd the 3pm service.
About Echuca
Wikipedia ↗
Echuca ( E-CHOO-ka) is a town on the banks of the Murray River and Campaspe River in Victoria, Australia. The border town of Moama is adjacent on the northern side of the Murray River in New South Wales. Echuca is the administrative centre and largest settlement in the Shire of Campaspe. As of the 2...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at The Caledonian Hotel?
Request a room on the higher floors (above floor 2) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift that can be located near the street entrance, potentially causing some noise. Rooms on the upper floors are likely to be farther away from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at The Caledonian Hotel?
Avoid rooms near the lift, especially on the ground floor (room 1) or first floor (room 2), as they may be noisier due to the proximity to the lift and potential street noise.
Is The Caledonian Hotel noisy?
The hotel's location on Hare Street, a main road in Echuca, may cause some noise from traffic. Additionally, being a 3-star hotel, the rooms may not be soundproofed as well as those in higher-rated hotels.
Which rooms have the best views at The Caledonian Hotel?
Rooms on the north side of the hotel may have a view of the Murray River, as Echuca is located near the river.
What are insider tips for staying at The Caledonian Hotel?
Take advantage of the hotel's convenient location by parking your car on the street, as there is limited parking available on site. Be sure to request a room with a river view, as it will give you a better sense of Echuca's scenic surroundings.
What time is check-in at The Caledonian Hotel?
Check-in at The Caledonian Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does The Caledonian Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free, 500MB per device, 2 devices max: 'Caledonian-WiFi' network, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at The Caledonian Hotel?
$2 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near The Caledonian Hotel?
A budget-friendly lunch option is a pie or sausage roll from a bakery, which costs around $5-6.
What is the cheapest way to get around from The Caledonian Hotel?
A day pass for the local bus service costs around $5.50, and you can also use the Murray River Paddle Steamer service for affordable transportation along the river.
Top Attractions in Echuca
💡 Pick up the free map from the visitor centre (corner of Heygarth and Hare Streets) to get background on the 1870s wharf and the red-brick bond stores.
💡 Walk down to the wharf at sunset for the best light on the paddle steamers and Murray River without the crowds.
💡 Go early morning (before 9am) to see the steamers being prepared – engineers often chat if you ask about the boilers.
💡 Head to the eastern end of the park near the Echuca–Moama bridge for quieter spots and a decent view of the river traffic.
💡 The ferry runs every 10 minutes until 9pm in summer; parking fills by 11am on hot weekends – walk or cycle across instead.