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Beyond belief. It’s so run down & dingy it’s sad. I wouldn’t recommend anyone stay here unless they’re desperate. Carpets are stained, 2 seater sofa stained, Bed sheets clean but bed was broken, walls dirty, just yuck.

A small quaint country town, lots to see and do! Don't just bypass it, there is the Tree of Knowledge monument, the Australian Workers Heritage Centre, Alice River, Ski Park, Lara Wetlands! Worth a stay for a night or two to take it all in. I wish we had more time to stay to check it out but with a busy schedule and events to attend we definitely didn't get enough time to explore. For those who are mobile, leave the car at home, everything is an easy walk on paved streets and is super safe. Though if a car is needed, ample parking everywhere with large parking spaces. Limited food options are available, a few pub meals, the ski park diner and Turf & Surf is around but keep in mind opening hours vary differently from the city. The IGA is full and well supplied but again, keep in mind opening hours differ and it is closed on a Sunday.

Locals not exactly friendly, tourist seem to be viewed as outsiders (must admit only interacted with 3 or 4 shops in the area, but we appeared to be a hindrance they wanted out of their shop). Our motel staff were excellent, friendly and helpful cannot speak highly enough.

There is a lot of history in Barcaldine regarding the formation of the then Labour Party, the first political party in Australia. It is well told, from the free detailed information boards surrounding the famous Tree of Knowledge to the workers Heritage Centre. Easy to access everything, no parking problems, lots of pubs, some open, some not, (if you are interested).

Great place to stay after 11 hrs on the road! Very welcoming, pleasantly surprised by size of room! Ordered room service… my main came.. I thought they had forgotten dessert…. But I was told it would come a little later so my Icecream wouldn’t melt! Loved the thoughtfulness! Room and furnishings on the older side but beautifully clean, bright and spacious! Well done guys!

Barcaldine has lots of great eats for a small country town. My son & I had a little walk through town which we enjoyed and went to the park. A nice little stop. Would come back for another visit as I stayed here for the better in blackhall festival.