River Motel Queanbeyan

The River Motel sits at 1 Macquoid Street in Queanbeyan, directly across the road from the Queanbeyan River and its riverside walking track. It takes socialised dogs of any size in designated pet-friendly rooms, which makes it a practical base for travellers crossing between the NSW tablelands and Canberra with the dog in the back seat.

Dogs at the River Motel

Pets stay in specific pet-friendly rooms, generally on the ground floor, and you need to flag that you are bringing one when you book rather than after arrival. The fee is $20 per pet per night, though some booking sources list $15, so confirm the exact charge when you reserve. The conditions are straightforward: dogs are never left alone in the room, they stay leashed in all common areas, and they keep off the furniture, which means bringing your own dog bedding. The motel also expects pets to be clean, vaccinated, registered and wearing an ID tag, and to stay quiet and sociable around other guests.

The rooms

Room options run from standard doubles and twins up to family suites that sleep four, with ground-floor access available for the pet rooms. Each has a kitchenette setup with microwave, bar fridge, toaster and tea and coffee gear, plus reverse-cycle air conditioning, an ensuite, a smart TV and free Wi-Fi. Free on-site parking sits right outside the rooms, which matters when you are unloading a dog, crates and bedding.

While you're out there

The river walk is about two minutes away on foot, so morning and evening leg-stretches need no driving at all. Queanbeyan's town centre, Riverside Plaza and the local pubs and restaurants are a short walk or drive. If you want a proper run for the dog, the fenced dog park at Googong is a short drive south, and Thirty 4 Cafe is a nearby spot for breakfast. For other options in the area, the Riverside Caravan Park also takes pets, and the full list is on the NSW pet friendly stays page, with more local detail in the Queanbeyan guide.