Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site for guests.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee, approximately AUD 15 to 28 for adults and AUD 12 to 25 for children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests are encouraged to contact the property in advance.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details about room accessibility may vary.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is situated in the business district of Armidale, within a 10-minute walk of Armidale Tourist Information and Drummond Park. It is approximately 0.5 miles from Drummond Apex Lookout and Armidale City Bowling Club.

Are children allowed at the property?

Yes, children are welcome at the property. Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property offers cribs for infants at a fee of AUD 20.00 per night and rollaway beds at a fee of AUD 55.00 per night. Advance request or confirmation may be required for availability.

Rydges Armidale Hotel Accommodation in Armidale

Average nightly price at Rydges Armidale by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$127
February	$127
March	$132
April	$176
May	$182
June	$132
July	$130
August	$129
September	$113
October	$125
November	$138
December	$136

What guests think

At Rydges Armidale, travellers often note clean, comfortable, spacious rooms and friendly staff, while recurring drawbacks include dated, dark decor, occasional noise between rooms or from systems, uneven housekeeping during longer stays, and inconsistent dining quality and availability.

The location is a little outside the centre, with some guests walking into town and others appreciating proximity to the hospital and UNE. On-site parking is easy, with overflow spaces helping on busy nights. Overall, expect a comfortable stay, but check room features and dining hours if these matter.

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Facilities

On-site parking is available and considered easy, with overflow spaces for busy nights.

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khaleda

Jan 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

They have a barbecue area without any water supply, without lighting system. They had a electric light which had no switch and the light was not working. I informed at the reception, but no response. During bookings I have seen there was kitchen, but in reality no kitchen at all.

4

Janet

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gym was in poor condition. The room stank of cigarettes. Staff ambivalent.

8

John

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very close to shopping centre. Parking at the site was excellent. The room was very dark as lighting was poor and the bed needed to be replaced as it sagged in the middle

10

Bruce

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed. Super clean room. Parking is reasonable and at least there is overflow off street parking for really busy nights.

10

Ange

May 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy check in, friendly staff, comfortable bed, guest laundry a bonus, missed the gym this time but will def be back

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Cleanliness

Many guests highlight very clean rooms and well-kept grounds. However, several report issues like stained carpets, mould or cigarette odours, and reduced or inconsistent housekeeping during multi-night stays/holidays.

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Linda

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A large clean room and very quiet. Bed very comfortable. We didn’t use the restaurant this time. Next time we’ll plan to eat here during our stay.

8

Craig

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and staff were friendly

6

asm

Jan 5, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I regret to inform you that our stay at Ridges Armidale from December 23 to 28, 2023, fell short of our expectations, particularly in terms of housekeeping and service provision. While the first day was satisfactory in terms of cleanliness, subsequent days witnessed a lack of home services, including the failure to provide essential items such as toilet paper and tissues. On the night of the 27th, we had to make a special request for these basic amenities and towels. Moreover, we were informed during key collection that there would be no home services on the 25th and 26th, with a promise of a $10 refund per person per day. Unfortunately, this refund has not been processed to date. Although our accommodation included breakfast, we experienced challenges with the provided items, with certain items being consistently empty. Despite reporting this to the attendants, refills were delayed, affecting the overall service efficiency. Considering the reputed status of Ridges Armidale, our five-night stay did not align with the anticipated level of service, leaving us disappointed with the overall experience. We hope for appropriate measures to be taken to rectify these shortcomings and to improve the service standards for future guests.

6

Deborah

May 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very disappointing room. Carpet was stained, black mould in the shower door tracks, marks around hand basin and old and tarnished tap fittings. The only service to the room during our three day stay was emptying of the bins. The rooms are in desperate need of a refresh. On a positive note , the bed was extremely comfortable.

10

Bruce

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable bed. Super clean room. Parking is reasonable and at least there is overflow off street parking for really busy nights.

10

Sarah

May 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was immaculate!

10

Angela

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All the Staff were so nice, rooms very clean and the restaurant food amazing. The bed and bedding are so comfortable Thankyou for a wonderful stay.

4

emma

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is a Rydges in name only. It is an old converted motel. We stayed in the ‘executive suite’, which was dark, had the decor of a funeral parlour from the 1980s, and had a terrible odour of decades of stale cigarettes. When the room next door used their shower, there was the loudest noise, which, when I phoned reception about it, was informed that it was “the pipes” and the attitude I received was pretty much ‘what do you want me to do about it- just put up with it’. The cost of 3 nights was almost $900, which is completely outrageous for the state of the property/room/amenities/facilities. An overall terrible experience. I would not recommend staying here.

8

James

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, convenient for conference

8

Jeanette

Oct 30, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The rooms are close to each other. The rooms were clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with many praising bed comfort and showers. Decor often feels dated or dark, noise can carry between rooms or from AC/pipes, and a few report maintenance or missing items like luggage racks or bedside lighting.

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Linda

Nov 12, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A large clean room and very quiet. Bed very comfortable. We didn’t use the restaurant this time. Next time we’ll plan to eat here during our stay.

4

Glenda

Nov 23, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Dark rooms and noisy air conditioning units adjacent to the rear of the room.

4

Paul

Nov 4, 2025

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Very noisy being on the bottom floor with people walking around (and could hear the TV from above) Could hear snoring through the walls next door on the bottom floor

8

John

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very close to shopping centre. Parking at the site was excellent. The room was very dark as lighting was poor and the bed needed to be replaced as it sagged in the middle

6

Cornel

May 9, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

There was nowhere to put suitcases except on the floor. I won't be back.

8

Sharelle

Aug 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Having travelled across the world that was one of the most uncomfortable beds we’ve ever slept in. Felt like falling into a valley… For a 4 star hotel not up to scratch Otherwise ok

10

Jason

Feb 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed in a superior queen bed room, plenty of room for two people. Bed and pillows comfortable. Shower had the rainfall head and the hand held head, that dosen't mean much to me but my wife is a fan.

6

Karen

Jan 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The beds were very old and not in good shape.

6

Michael

Jul 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property entrance, lobby and grounds were very good but the room decor (walls, furniture, lighting) was too dark and gloomy. The room was large enough but in essence needs an upgrade.

6

Dale

Jul 19, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

OK accommodation. Comfortable bed. Room felt dark and dingy. No bedside lighting. Good bathroom.

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Service

Staff are frequently described as friendly and welcoming. Still, reported issues include limited housekeeping on holidays, occasional billing or refund problems, and unhelpful responses or slower service at times.

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Craig

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and staff were friendly

4

Janet

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gym was in poor condition. The room stank of cigarettes. Staff ambivalent.

6

Charlotte

Apr 10, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Was very disappointed, we booked because this was a Rydges, as this is somewhere we have stayed before and felt would be a great choice. However checked in on the Thursday before Good Friday and checked out Easter Monday and there was no housekeeping. This should have been highlighted on booking not when I arrived. We have never had this over Easter holidays before.

8

Frank

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff helpful

10

Lenna

Sep 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Easy staff to deal with

10

Angela

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All the Staff were so nice, rooms very clean and the restaurant food amazing. The bed and bedding are so comfortable Thankyou for a wonderful stay.

2

Cresilda

Dec 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Poor service

4

emma

Dec 11, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This property is a Rydges in name only. It is an old converted motel. We stayed in the ‘executive suite’, which was dark, had the decor of a funeral parlour from the 1980s, and had a terrible odour of decades of stale cigarettes. When the room next door used their shower, there was the loudest noise, which, when I phoned reception about it, was informed that it was “the pipes” and the attitude I received was pretty much ‘what do you want me to do about it- just put up with it’. The cost of 3 nights was almost $900, which is completely outrageous for the state of the property/room/amenities/facilities. An overall terrible experience. I would not recommend staying here.

10

Justin

Aug 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The staff were absolutely amazing and very friendly and nothing was a problem. The property was very beautifully maintained and clean.

10

XueLing

Nov 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Cheerful staff very clean and fresh

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Location

A bit outside the town centre; some guests still walked into town, while others valued being close to the hospital and UNE. Overall access is straightforward by car.

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Ian

Jan 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Motel out of town centre. Need vehicle or transport to get to shopping, night life, eateries and tourist highlights. Room comfortable, spacious with beds for 3. Safe area...

8

John

Jun 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel was very close to shopping centre. Parking at the site was excellent. The room was very dark as lighting was poor and the bed needed to be replaced as it sagged in the middle

8

CHERYL

Oct 1, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Walking distance into town -

8

Stuart

Jul 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and comfortable. A little bit out of the centre of town

8

Stacey

Oct 5, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Only stayed one night but would happily have stayed longer. Room was perfect for our needs, spacious, quiet, dark, it even had a microwave, kettle, toaster and best of all a proper coffee machine!!! I would however suggest a bit of crockery or cutlery for other guests, we had our own travelling with young children but others may not. Check in was swift with friendly concierge, the only issue was we booked a triple room and upon entering there was only a queen bed, unbeknownst to us the sofa was a bed and already made up (despite not being unfolded as a bed), would have been nice to know upon check in to save a minutes panic and subsequent phone call!! Room is slightly dated but felt very clean and the toiletries were very nice!! Also, had a minibar!!! Something we haven’t seen for a long time, was a nice touch to have a bit of tradition (not that we used it). Location is a short drive into town, or a walk but it was too cold for us and we arrived too late!

8

Jo

Aug 18, 2023

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Stayed 9 nights

near central location, close proximity to UNE

8

Niraj

Dec 29, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet, peaceful and walking distance to the park, pubs and grocery.

8

James

Nov 21, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean room, convenient for conference

10

Bernadine

Sep 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to hospital

8

James

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was a little out of town, but very quiet and comfortable

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Dining

On-site dining draws mixed feedback: several praise the restaurant and some breakfasts, while others found breakfast average or poor. The restaurant is not open every night and service pace can vary.

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Paul

Aug 28, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Breakfast was average at best

10

Lorinda

Jun 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice grounds and rooms. Great service in the restaurant.

10

Corina

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We spent one night here and can say it was a great stay. The communication was great, we arrive late at night and the key to the room was very accessible. The room was big, clean and had everything we needed. We had breakfast included with our stay, but I wish we didn't, as it was really not good. I understand continental breakfast is quite frugal, but some of the bread and the croissants were stale and dry, not very pleasant to eat.

10

Angela

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

All the Staff were so nice, rooms very clean and the restaurant food amazing. The bed and bedding are so comfortable Thankyou for a wonderful stay.

10

Jim

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent accommodation at ground level with short walk to on-site restaurant. This establishment lived up to its promise in all aspects, including the dining experience at Azka Restaurant. Will recommend as good value and great accommodation and hospitality.

4

TERESA

Jan 4, 2023

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Stayed 19,356 nights

The continental breakfast was inedible at our 8am arrival. The sausages were over cooked on one side from sitting for so llong. The tomato was dried out. The mushrooms were dried out and the chef came out and put more dried out mushrooms on top of them. If you wanted a hash brown you had to request it. If you wanted a fresh meal one couple was asked to wait 10 minutes because the chef was busy. We could only eat toast and croissant which wasn’t fresh. We had to pay an extra &5.00 for a cappuccino because someone had to make it and that was on top of the &25.00 each for the continental breakfast.

8

Manjunatha

May 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Rooms were comfortable and included breakfast spread was good

10

Diorne

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Friendly staff and great location. Restaurant was great as well.

6

Jane

Jan 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Having stayed here over a number of years, we found the property is getting tired and needs a fished and modernisation. The dining option this year was quite limited compared to the past. Large travelling group came in for dinner and were served first even though we had been at our table for some 10 mins before they arrived.

10

Melissa

May 8, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Service in restaurant could have been a little quicker but overall great stay.

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22 $129	23 $131	24 $155	25 $201	26 $172	27 $149	28 $138
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Rydges Armidale

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