The Hotel Shamrock
US$93
/ night
Avg. for November
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US$93
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Hotel Shamrock average US$86 in the cheapest month (December) and US$108 in the most expensive month (March), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$88 |
| February | US$99 |
| March | US$108 |
| April | US$94 |
| May | US$99 |
| June | US$93 |
| July | US$97 |
| August | US$96 |
| September | US$107 |
| October | US$94 |
| November | US$93 |
| December | US$86 |
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Most expensive: March (~US$108)
Cheapest: December (~US$86)
About this property
Stay in a luxury hotel with a restaurant, live music, and wedding services in the heart of Bendigo, steps from Rosalind Park.
Location
Located in Bendigo Central, a neighborhood in Bendigo, Hotel Shamrock Bendigo is near a train station. Post Office Gallery and Ulumbarra Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Capital-Bendigo's Performing Arts Centre and Discovery Science and Technology Centre. Tramways Museum and Bendigo Talking Tram are also worth visiting.
Restaurant
Elevator/Lift
Business centre
Bar/Lounge
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Room options
7
Suite King Size Bed
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Sleeps 8
3
Double Executive Queen Bed
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Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Suite Standard
Sleeps 8
3
Family Room Deluxe
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Sleeps 8
5
Family Room Standard
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Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
4
Double Or Twin Superior
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Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
2
Suite One Bedroom
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Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
7
Room Executive
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Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Suite Three Beds
Sleeps 8
6
Room Standard
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Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
5
Double Queen Size Bed
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Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Double Deluxe Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
Triple Two Beds
Sleeps 3
Family Room Three Beds
Sleeps 8
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)TV
Suite Two Beds
Sleeps 8
Guest reviews of The Hotel Shamrock
8.3
Very good
Based on 973 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
5%
Couple
76%
Family
13%
Group
3%
Solo
0%
What guests think
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At The Hotel Shamrock, travellers consistently praise the grand historic character and very central location, with easy access to Bendigo’s galleries, parks and dining, while feedback on rooms, cleanliness, facilities and service ranges from excellent to in need of attention.
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What guests think
At The Hotel Shamrock, travellers consistently praise the grand historic character and very central location, with easy access to Bendigo’s galleries, parks and dining, while feedback on rooms, cleanliness, facilities and service ranges from excellent to in need of attention.
Many guests like the spacious, comfortable rooms and old-world ambience, but recurring comments note dated decor, maintenance issues and limited soundproofing, with occasional problems such as weak showers, spotty Wi‑Fi or TVs not working. Cleanliness is mixed: plenty of reviews mention clean rooms, yet others report stained carpets, dusty curtains or bathrooms needing a better scrub. Service is often friendly and helpful, though some experienced slow check‑ins, understaffing, or limited reception hours. Expect a characterful, centrally located stay best for travellers who value history over modern polish.
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Facilities
There is an on-site bistro/bar and historic common areas, but there’s no on-site parking; guests rely on nearby street or council car parks. Some note after-hours reception and bar operations feel limited or inconsistently managed.
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Ian
27 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent accomodation. King Chuck in a past life with Diana stayed there also. No parking on site and street parking is all on meters and only free after 5.30 pm until 8.30 in morning. Council under cover parking is available close by at a cost.
Excellent accomodation. King Chuck in a past life with Diana stayed there also. No parking on site and street parking is all on meters and only free after 5.30 pm until 8.30 in morning. Council under cover parking is available close by at a cost.
8
steve
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place, bit "faded glory". big room and nice bed. Service was poor with reception closed a lot of the time and the night phone ringing out. Bizarre management of bars - basement bar doesn't serve wine, 1st floor bar doesn't have draught beer (but both say you can buy from the other bar and bring it up/down). Main wine bar gave us a wine menu of 8-9 reds, then after we chose, told us they only had one choice available. Such a shame that such a grand old place has been let go.
Nice place, bit "faded glory". big room and nice bed. Service was poor with reception closed a lot of the time and the night phone ringing out. Bizarre management of bars - basement bar doesn't serve wine, 1st floor bar doesn't have draught beer (but both say you can buy from the other bar and bring it up/down). Main wine bar gave us a wine menu of 8-9 reds, then after we chose, told us they only had one choice available. Such a shame that such a grand old place has been let go.
8
Reece
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
beautiful historic rooms. no on site parking.
beautiful historic rooms. no on site parking.
8
Carole
15 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyable stay and our room was perfect for our stay. Very old heritage hotel, but also very tired. Could do with a spruce up. Mid city and relatively easy access to most things. Parking was inconvenient having to use 2 hour parking meters, then the multiple story car park for a few hours. Had to leave the car parked out in the street overnight because the car park closed at 9.30 and the concert we attended didn’t end till after 10. The staff were very friendly and helpful and breakfast and lunch in the dining room was very nice, good selection and not overly expensive. Would stay there again.
Enjoyable stay and our room was perfect for our stay. Very old heritage hotel, but also very tired. Could do with a spruce up. Mid city and relatively easy access to most things. Parking was inconvenient having to use 2 hour parking meters, then the multiple story car park for a few hours. Had to leave the car parked out in the street overnight because the car park closed at 9.30 and the concert we attended didn’t end till after 10. The staff were very friendly and helpful and breakfast and lunch in the dining room was very nice, good selection and not overly expensive. Would stay there again.
8
Bruce
23 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Reception was very helpful. No onsite parking so will need to find street parking. To get to the front door you have to manoeuvre past homelss people that I could see was worrying for older guests. We ate in the lounge and staff were fantastic. Bed was amazing. Room could do with a spruce up but was comfortable.
Reception was very helpful. No onsite parking so will need to find street parking. To get to the front door you have to manoeuvre past homelss people that I could see was worrying for older guests. We ate in the lounge and staff were fantastic. Bed was amazing. Room could do with a spruce up but was comfortable.
8
Amanda
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pro: Warm and friendly reception staff. Central location walkable distance. Perfect place if you’re staying for the annual tulip festival. It’s outside the door step. Easy to get to the hotel if you’re coming by train. Great parks and restaurants around the area. Loved the heritage decor. Cons: no private parking. Street parking only. The council parking was suppose to be accessible but due to public holiday weekend it was closed. The rooms are not sound proof, you can hear traffic from the street and also kids running around upstairs and crying late at night and early morning . Which made our stay restless.
Pro: Warm and friendly reception staff. Central location walkable distance. Perfect place if you’re staying for the annual tulip festival. It’s outside the door step. Easy to get to the hotel if you’re coming by train. Great parks and restaurants around the area. Loved the heritage decor. Cons: no private parking. Street parking only. The council parking was suppose to be accessible but due to public holiday weekend it was closed. The rooms are not sound proof, you can hear traffic from the street and also kids running around upstairs and crying late at night and early morning . Which made our stay restless.
10
Geoffrey
29 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a fun and informative “Ghost Tour and Paranormal Investigation” at the hotel which included dinner as well. It looks like the tours run there quite regularly. We booked a room for the night which was very comfortable. We loved the old world atmosphere and the location is perfect for walking to shops and restaurants etc.
We had a fun and informative “Ghost Tour and Paranormal Investigation” at the hotel which included dinner as well. It looks like the tours run there quite regularly. We booked a room for the night which was very comfortable. We loved the old world atmosphere and the location is perfect for walking to shops and restaurants etc.
8
Anthea
12 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I made a quick mid week trip to Bendigo to visit the Frida Kahlo exhibition at the fabulous Bendigo Art Gallery. The Hotel Shamrock offered the best price for my needs and was a very handy short walk nearby. The pre-arrival process was a bit odd a they kept emailing me asking for the same information. I ended up ignoring it, which thankfully didn't pose any problem checking in. I was met by a very friendly staff member who then put my luggage in storage as I was a bit early. She ensured I knew directions to where I was going next. The hotel is an grand old building and has necessary mod cons without compromising the heritage. My room was very clean & comfortable, with a generous sized bathroom. A great location for the arts, parks, shopping, food & wine as well as the railway station. I would stay again
I made a quick mid week trip to Bendigo to visit the Frida Kahlo exhibition at the fabulous Bendigo Art Gallery. The Hotel Shamrock offered the best price for my needs and was a very handy short walk nearby. The pre-arrival process was a bit odd a they kept emailing me asking for the same information. I ended up ignoring it, which thankfully didn't pose any problem checking in. I was met by a very friendly staff member who then put my luggage in storage as I was a bit early. She ensured I knew directions to where I was going next. The hotel is an grand old building and has necessary mod cons without compromising the heritage. My room was very clean & comfortable, with a generous sized bathroom. A great location for the arts, parks, shopping, food & wine as well as the railway station. I would stay again
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Ian
1 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Very small TV in wardrobe, no parking facilities on site, reception extemely limited hours - sorry to report that for such an historic place they need to look after their guests better. Not good value for money.
Very small TV in wardrobe, no parking facilities on site, reception extemely limited hours - sorry to report that for such an historic place they need to look after their guests better. Not good value for money.
8
Elizabeth
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
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Cleanliness
Feedback is mixed: many found rooms clean, while several mention stained carpets, dusty or worn furnishings, odd smells, and bathrooms or showers needing a deeper clean.
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Luise
16 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely hotel in fantastic location Being woken at 4 am by police in the corridor not so much No idea what caused this The room had a great renovated bathroom and comfortable mattress but the horrible sauce stain on the carpet was not ideal. Overall good
Lovely hotel in fantastic location Being woken at 4 am by police in the corridor not so much No idea what caused this The room had a great renovated bathroom and comfortable mattress but the horrible sauce stain on the carpet was not ideal. Overall good
6
Paul
17 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A let down was the toilet cleanliness.
A let down was the toilet cleanliness.
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Wendy
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, lovely period hotel but the rooms need work. The rooms are so far from soundproof it was hard to sleep. All the showers (we had 3 rooms) were really dirty so not inviting. On the surface the bedrooms were nice just don’t look too closely.
Great location, lovely period hotel but the rooms need work. The rooms are so far from soundproof it was hard to sleep. All the showers (we had 3 rooms) were really dirty so not inviting. On the surface the bedrooms were nice just don’t look too closely.
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Yvonne
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was clean. No milk for tea or coffee though. Staff on reception very friendly & helpful.
The room was clean. No milk for tea or coffee though. Staff on reception very friendly & helpful.
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Zella
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room itself was okay however the bath was dirty with someones hair in it and also in the fridge and on the couch. The wifi is a smidge dodgy too. Customer service was good however its rather lengthy to check in and check out, lots of socialising for people who may struggle with it. The elavator was absolutely foul smelling. I dont think I'd come back here unless i absolutely had to.
The room itself was okay however the bath was dirty with someones hair in it and also in the fridge and on the couch. The wifi is a smidge dodgy too. Customer service was good however its rather lengthy to check in and check out, lots of socialising for people who may struggle with it. The elavator was absolutely foul smelling. I dont think I'd come back here unless i absolutely had to.
8
Marg
12 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely spacious room with essentially good facilities- carpet needed a very good clean or replacement.
Lovely spacious room with essentially good facilities- carpet needed a very good clean or replacement.
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Trudy
21 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It is a beautiful old building but is very tired. The bathroom was dirty with long dark hairs over the floor and mold and slime in the shower. So disappointing. Old is acceptable, dirty is not.
It is a beautiful old building but is very tired. The bathroom was dirty with long dark hairs over the floor and mold and slime in the shower. So disappointing. Old is acceptable, dirty is not.
10
David
24 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
My wife and I have stayed at the Shamrock numerous times over the past 2+ decades, and it never disappoints. We love the historic value, the layout and feel of the property, and the character it exudes. We have stayed on different floors in different rooms and suites. The property is private, restful and quiet, with the exception of normal street noise. This visit, we noticed that some upkeep is necessary. I can only speak for our room and the main areas, but could do with some new carpet, deep cleaning, and a lick of paint. Our guest room would benefit from some new furniture, window coverings and some decent cleaning. The cleanliness, as well as the dated and worn furnishings and decorations are letting your standard down. Beautiful bathroom, but lacking a proper shower, which is simply mounted over the bath. Property Manager, you could very easily turn this property into a genuine 4 or 5-star hotel with very little effort or cost, and we would love to see it updated! I’m sure we will be back.
My wife and I have stayed at the Shamrock numerous times over the past 2+ decades, and it never disappoints. We love the historic value, the layout and feel of the property, and the character it exudes. We have stayed on different floors in different rooms and suites. The property is private, restful and quiet, with the exception of normal street noise. This visit, we noticed that some upkeep is necessary. I can only speak for our room and the main areas, but could do with some new carpet, deep cleaning, and a lick of paint. Our guest room would benefit from some new furniture, window coverings and some decent cleaning. The cleanliness, as well as the dated and worn furnishings and decorations are letting your standard down. Beautiful bathroom, but lacking a proper shower, which is simply mounted over the bath. Property Manager, you could very easily turn this property into a genuine 4 or 5-star hotel with very little effort or cost, and we would love to see it updated! I’m sure we will be back.
10
Adam
10 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was very clean and the bed super comfortable. I love the old world charm and the beautiful staircase. I would highly recommend staying in the Shamrock.
The room was very clean and the bed super comfortable. I love the old world charm and the beautiful staircase. I would highly recommend staying in the Shamrock.
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Ruben
13 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice and clean
Nice and clean
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious with high ceilings and comfortable beds, but decor feels dated and soundproofing is weak in several rooms. Guests also report occasional issues with shower temperature/pressure, Wi‑Fi/TV reliability, and traffic or internal noise.
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Saul
13 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Shower water temperature and control was poor and inconsitant. But overall loved our stay
Shower water temperature and control was poor and inconsitant. But overall loved our stay
6
Andrea
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Free Wifi did not work. No streaming network options for TV viewing. Old hotel smell needs deodorisers in rooms.
Free Wifi did not work. No streaming network options for TV viewing. Old hotel smell needs deodorisers in rooms.
6
Wal
26 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Unfortunately our first room looked into a service area and was quite noisy. I raised this at reception and we were moved to another room which was quieter. Having booked early I thought the rooms allocated were not as expected. Thought we would have a room facing onto the street.
Unfortunately our first room looked into a service area and was quite noisy. I raised this at reception and we were moved to another room which was quieter. Having booked early I thought the rooms allocated were not as expected. Thought we would have a room facing onto the street.
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Sue
5 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Centrally located an easy walk to everything. Beds comfy with good choice if pillows Rooms are tired, carpet is worn,
Centrally located an easy walk to everything. Beds comfy with good choice if pillows Rooms are tired, carpet is worn,
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Amanda
27 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Pro: Warm and friendly reception staff. Central location walkable distance. Perfect place if you’re staying for the annual tulip festival. It’s outside the door step. Easy to get to the hotel if you’re coming by train. Great parks and restaurants around the area. Loved the heritage decor. Cons: no private parking. Street parking only. The council parking was suppose to be accessible but due to public holiday weekend it was closed. The rooms are not sound proof, you can hear traffic from the street and also kids running around upstairs and crying late at night and early morning . Which made our stay restless.
Pro: Warm and friendly reception staff. Central location walkable distance. Perfect place if you’re staying for the annual tulip festival. It’s outside the door step. Easy to get to the hotel if you’re coming by train. Great parks and restaurants around the area. Loved the heritage decor. Cons: no private parking. Street parking only. The council parking was suppose to be accessible but due to public holiday weekend it was closed. The rooms are not sound proof, you can hear traffic from the street and also kids running around upstairs and crying late at night and early morning . Which made our stay restless.
10
Wade
18 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location.. great big rooms.. lovely old hotel with lots of charm.. will stay again..
Great location.. great big rooms.. lovely old hotel with lots of charm.. will stay again..
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Chris
25 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Historic building in the heart of the town. Our room was clean and mostly quiet, except for big noises that everyone would be hearing. Clean room, decent bed. Smart TV wasn't working, and WiFi was spotty at best. Minimal extras. Would return as it was good value and well-placed.
Historic building in the heart of the town. Our room was clean and mostly quiet, except for big noises that everyone would be hearing. Clean room, decent bed. Smart TV wasn't working, and WiFi was spotty at best. Minimal extras. Would return as it was good value and well-placed.
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Boon
20 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The street side of accommodation is so noisy, hooning at night. Creaking flooring, upstairs guest was walking around making it hard to sleep at night.
The street side of accommodation is so noisy, hooning at night. Creaking flooring, upstairs guest was walking around making it hard to sleep at night.
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Stephanie
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great stay, however the tv wasn’t working properly.
Great stay, however the tv wasn’t working properly.
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Elizabeth
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
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Service
Service is frequently described as friendly and helpful, with staff offering assistance or upgrades when issues arise. Some guests, however, encountered slow check-ins, understaffing, limited reception hours, or inconsistent bar/restaurant service.
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steve
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice place, bit "faded glory". big room and nice bed. Service was poor with reception closed a lot of the time and the night phone ringing out. Bizarre management of bars - basement bar doesn't serve wine, 1st floor bar doesn't have draught beer (but both say you can buy from the other bar and bring it up/down). Main wine bar gave us a wine menu of 8-9 reds, then after we chose, told us they only had one choice available. Such a shame that such a grand old place has been let go.
Nice place, bit "faded glory". big room and nice bed. Service was poor with reception closed a lot of the time and the night phone ringing out. Bizarre management of bars - basement bar doesn't serve wine, 1st floor bar doesn't have draught beer (but both say you can buy from the other bar and bring it up/down). Main wine bar gave us a wine menu of 8-9 reds, then after we chose, told us they only had one choice available. Such a shame that such a grand old place has been let go.
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Jasmin
31 Mar 2024
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We arrived in the late afternoon, had to check in via the sports bar with an employee who never checked people in before. The manager was very friendly but kept having to rush off to serve plates to the dining guests. After awhile, we were able to check in and got told parking was available via the council carpark only so we parked there and decided to eat at the hotel. Our first drinks order was forgotten and they had to come over to us after an hour while waiting for food to ask if we got our food yet. I’d recommend staying mid week and not on a public holiday or weekend to avoid understaffing issues.
We arrived in the late afternoon, had to check in via the sports bar with an employee who never checked people in before. The manager was very friendly but kept having to rush off to serve plates to the dining guests. After awhile, we were able to check in and got told parking was available via the council carpark only so we parked there and decided to eat at the hotel. Our first drinks order was forgotten and they had to come over to us after an hour while waiting for food to ask if we got our food yet. I’d recommend staying mid week and not on a public holiday or weekend to avoid understaffing issues.
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Neville
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was great and staff were very polite and friendly. Checked in a d went to our room, found the tv didn't work so was given an upgrade to another room. Fantastic service.
Room was great and staff were very polite and friendly. Checked in a d went to our room, found the tv didn't work so was given an upgrade to another room. Fantastic service.
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Katrina
31 Aug 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Genuinely made a mistake re the date of my booking;- contacted the hotel who refused to even consider changing the date and kept my money regardless. Absolute joke, and I'll be telling anyone who will listen about this place. Disgusted.
Genuinely made a mistake re the date of my booking;- contacted the hotel who refused to even consider changing the date and kept my money regardless. Absolute joke, and I'll be telling anyone who will listen about this place. Disgusted.
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Darren
5 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful and courteous lady when we checked in
Very helpful and courteous lady when we checked in
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NAOMI
24 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was not inclusive - no information on this. No one to check out to - even though it was 8am, office was supposed to be manned at 7.30am. Not clear signs at parking area where to access hotel. Check in process was lengthy and painful despite booking online.
Parking was not inclusive - no information on this. No one to check out to - even though it was 8am, office was supposed to be manned at 7.30am. Not clear signs at parking area where to access hotel. Check in process was lengthy and painful despite booking online.
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Ciara
6 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely staff
Lovely staff
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Janelle
16 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel Shamrock has such potential; it could be such a beautiful, historic place in Bendigo. Presently, quite rundown. Stayed here many years ago on a family road trip and it was stunning. The staff were amazing, very friendly and helpful. Hopefully someday it will be renovated back to its past glory.
Hotel Shamrock has such potential; it could be such a beautiful, historic place in Bendigo. Presently, quite rundown. Stayed here many years ago on a family road trip and it was stunning. The staff were amazing, very friendly and helpful. Hopefully someday it will be renovated back to its past glory.
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Toni
29 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly helpful staff
Friendly helpful staff
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Geoff
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is excellent, staff friendly & polite, however they don't seem to appreciate expediancy - maybe time works slower in a regional centre! 20 minutes to check in, way too long. Ordered a drink at the bar, took 30 minutes to receive, shouldn't be an issue, but the other 3 people in our group had already finished their drinks and were looking to head out for dinner before mine had arrived. Note: we chased the bar staff twice and it still took 30 minutes to get a basic draught beer. The room we were in was a good size - better than most places we've stayed, but must be at the end of the hot water line as water pressure non-existent during times of high demand, same for temperature. Stayed two nights, 2 luke warm dribbling showers - not ideal in winter. Toilet cistern leaked at every flush, seriously, do the cleaners not notice something as obvious as this! Overall the hotel is in an excellent location with great history - can't fault this aspect. But the hotel accommodation also appears to be somewhat dated, lacking maintenance and probably overdue for renewal. Would consider staying again. But only in summer when a cold shower is acceptable.
Location is excellent, staff friendly & polite, however they don't seem to appreciate expediancy - maybe time works slower in a regional centre! 20 minutes to check in, way too long. Ordered a drink at the bar, took 30 minutes to receive, shouldn't be an issue, but the other 3 people in our group had already finished their drinks and were looking to head out for dinner before mine had arrived. Note: we chased the bar staff twice and it still took 30 minutes to get a basic draught beer. The room we were in was a good size - better than most places we've stayed, but must be at the end of the hot water line as water pressure non-existent during times of high demand, same for temperature. Stayed two nights, 2 luke warm dribbling showers - not ideal in winter. Toilet cistern leaked at every flush, seriously, do the cleaners not notice something as obvious as this! Overall the hotel is in an excellent location with great history - can't fault this aspect. But the hotel accommodation also appears to be somewhat dated, lacking maintenance and probably overdue for renewal. Would consider staying again. But only in summer when a cold shower is acceptable.
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Location
Excellent central position, walkable to galleries, parks, shops and restaurants, with public transport nearby. The trade-off is traffic or nightlife noise for some street-facing rooms.
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Andrew
29 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The central location is excellent, let down by most nearby dining options closed on Monday. It’s clean and the bed’s comfortable, but the grandeur is fading.
The central location is excellent, let down by most nearby dining options closed on Monday. It’s clean and the bed’s comfortable, but the grandeur is fading.
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Andrew
9 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful historic building right in the centre of Bendigo. Easy walking to dining options, cafes and many of Bendigo’s great tourist attractions.
Wonderful historic building right in the centre of Bendigo. Easy walking to dining options, cafes and many of Bendigo’s great tourist attractions.
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Jane
21 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We loved bing in the centre of town and walking everywhere
We loved bing in the centre of town and walking everywhere
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Suzanne
10 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Shamrock is a lovely old hotel. It has tons of character and we enjoyed staying there. Perfectly located near the arts precinct with an easy stroll through Rosalind Park to the Frida Kahlo exhibition.
The Shamrock is a lovely old hotel. It has tons of character and we enjoyed staying there. Perfectly located near the arts precinct with an easy stroll through Rosalind Park to the Frida Kahlo exhibition.
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Jeanie
15 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great central location
Great central location
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Gita
6 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The location was excellent. In the middle of CBD. The hotel was oldy worldy, but charming at the same time. However, if you are a light sleeper, it can be quite noisy, as close to mai road
The location was excellent. In the middle of CBD. The hotel was oldy worldy, but charming at the same time. However, if you are a light sleeper, it can be quite noisy, as close to mai road
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Rebecca
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I loved the beautiful, ornate, historical building. It was also super convenient having an in house quality restaurant. The location was extremely central. My only concern as a single female was the separate carpark. Overall, I would definitely stay here again.
I loved the beautiful, ornate, historical building. It was also super convenient having an in house quality restaurant. The location was extremely central. My only concern as a single female was the separate carpark. Overall, I would definitely stay here again.
10
Elvis
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Historic hotel in central Bendigo easy distance to everything with tram stop opposite. Large spacious rooms with high ceilings. Very comfortable bed and friendly staff. Definetly recommend and will stay again.
Historic hotel in central Bendigo easy distance to everything with tram stop opposite. Large spacious rooms with high ceilings. Very comfortable bed and friendly staff. Definetly recommend and will stay again.
10
Mary
7 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, central to everything, bar, restaurant and entertainment all in the one location!
Great location, central to everything, bar, restaurant and entertainment all in the one location!
8
Elizabeth
21 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
Second stay at this hotel. Comfortable room with good bed and updated bathroom. Air con worked well. The only disappoiment was no live music which was a shame as it was popular and brought in a lot of patrons. We didn’t eat in the restaurant so can’t comment on the food. Great central location with parking next door
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Dining
The on-site bistro and bar are convenient, and several reviews praise tasty or good-value meals. Others report long waits, limited hours or menus, average food, and in a few cases unacceptable dishes.
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Marie
1 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff and the food in the restaurant was really good. Convenient location and clean linen.
Great staff and the food in the restaurant was really good. Convenient location and clean linen.
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roy and penny
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Dinner in the hotel was beautiful. Dinner was efficient and tasty. Breakfast was appalling. Had full breakfast, bacon rock hard, fried eggs hard, budget toast and it took 45 minutes to arrive in an empty restaurant. Hotel full of history
Dinner in the hotel was beautiful. Dinner was efficient and tasty. Breakfast was appalling. Had full breakfast, bacon rock hard, fried eggs hard, budget toast and it took 45 minutes to arrive in an empty restaurant. Hotel full of history
8
Maree
13 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely old building with lots of history. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Dinner was nice the night before, however breakfast was very ordinary. There was a shortage of staff and breakfast took a long time to come out, came out cold. Some people were turned away. The staff that were there were doing their best. Overall as pleasant stay.
Lovely old building with lots of history. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Dinner was nice the night before, however breakfast was very ordinary. There was a shortage of staff and breakfast took a long time to come out, came out cold. Some people were turned away. The staff that were there were doing their best. Overall as pleasant stay.
8
Pam
10 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Outlook from ground floor dining room / bistro at night was spectacular. Food was good value.
Outlook from ground floor dining room / bistro at night was spectacular. Food was good value.
8
Lee
25 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Restaurant let’s the property down. Bar old fashioned and limited. Chef needs to up his game. Food really ordinary.
Restaurant let’s the property down. Bar old fashioned and limited. Chef needs to up his game. Food really ordinary.
8
David
1 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good value in the centre of town. A beautiful heritage hotel. The food and drinks are fine. Lots of restaurants and cafes around. Near the park. Parking was a problem on New Yesr’s Eve. The staff were great.
Good value in the centre of town. A beautiful heritage hotel. The food and drinks are fine. Lots of restaurants and cafes around. Near the park. Parking was a problem on New Yesr’s Eve. The staff were great.
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Mark
18 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Poor receptionist - didn't know anything about carparking and/or if the dining services were not available after 3pm, no dining services between 3pm & 5pm and no other options given, no room service, don't know how to make anything but a flat white, noise level - great to have functions but how about other guests who are travelling and trying to get some sleep!!!! :-(
Poor receptionist - didn't know anything about carparking and/or if the dining services were not available after 3pm, no dining services between 3pm & 5pm and no other options given, no room service, don't know how to make anything but a flat white, noise level - great to have functions but how about other guests who are travelling and trying to get some sleep!!!! :-(
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Ian
13 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Enjoyed our stay at Hotel Shamrock very much. The bed was comfy. The hotel is in a good location. The meals (dinner and breakfast) were delicious and the staff were wonderful.
Enjoyed our stay at Hotel Shamrock very much. The bed was comfy. The hotel is in a good location. The meals (dinner and breakfast) were delicious and the staff were wonderful.
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Markus
5 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Historic hotel, premium spa room are very good. Food and cocktails are excellent BUT hotel charged us twice for accommodation. Doubled the accommodation charge by also charging through our credit card as well.
Historic hotel, premium spa room are very good. Food and cocktails are excellent BUT hotel charged us twice for accommodation. Doubled the accommodation charge by also charging through our credit card as well.
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Toma
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
White the staff was very welcoming and the location is fantastic, the truth is that the hotel is quite old and not maintained properly. During my stay the ceiling leaked water in my room and it was not a very pleasant experience. Also the following day, at breakfast we had to wait for 1 hour for breakfast with no apologies.
White the staff was very welcoming and the location is fantastic, the truth is that the hotel is quite old and not maintained properly. During my stay the ceiling leaked water in my room and it was not a very pleasant experience. Also the following day, at breakfast we had to wait for 1 hour for breakfast with no apologies.
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kelly
last week
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Stayed 1 night
Was not so good this time as the we staff not very friendly and we had meal the was not cooked
Was not so good this time as the we staff not very friendly and we had meal the was not cooked
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Bruce
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Starting to look age with little maintenance
Starting to look age with little maintenance
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Leigh
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Loved it great staff , bistro staff fantastic , delicious meal room great spa bath awesome
Loved it great staff , bistro staff fantastic , delicious meal room great spa bath awesome
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Genevieve
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Loved the old world atmosphere of this hotel and its central location. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Loved the old world atmosphere of this hotel and its central location. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Liz
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely spacious room and bathroom in what once would have been a very grand hotel. There are many beautiful features such as lead light, stunning staircase, beautiful ottomans in sitting rooms. Showing its age although there are signs of some improvements. Great central location. Very helpful and friendly reception. It would be good to have a few plates, bowls, cutlery, toaster so we could make our own breakfast or just have snacks. We did eat a meal there and it was nice. We would stay again.
Lovely spacious room and bathroom in what once would have been a very grand hotel. There are many beautiful features such as lead light, stunning staircase, beautiful ottomans in sitting rooms. Showing its age although there are signs of some improvements. Great central location. Very helpful and friendly reception. It would be good to have a few plates, bowls, cutlery, toaster so we could make our own breakfast or just have snacks. We did eat a meal there and it was nice. We would stay again.
FAQs about The Hotel Shamrock
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, paid parking is available on-site. There is also an electric car charging station. No reservation is required for parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out availability is not specified.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel features elevators and handrails in stairways, ensuring accessibility for guests with disabilities. Specific details on wheelchair-accessible facilities are not provided.
Where is the hotel located?
The hotel is located in Bendigo Central, near a train station, and is close to attractions such as the Post Office Gallery, Ulumbarra Theatre, and Discovery Science and Technology Centre.
What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the hotel, but the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.
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Check-in time starts at14:00Check-in time ends at21:00Check-out time ends at10:00
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
CheckIn Restrictions
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability);
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Service animals are allowed;Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions;Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
Contactless check-out is available; The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; No cribs (infant beds) availableNo rollaway/extra beds available
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 50 for adults, and AUD 10 to 50 for children;
Popular amenities
Restaurant
Elevator/Lift
Business centre
Bar/Lounge
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Services
Business centre
Elevator/Lift
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
ATM/Banking
Computer Station
Conference Space
Front Desk (limited hours)
Wedding Services
Well-Lit Path to Entrance
General
Restaurant
Bar/Lounge
Refrigerator
TV
Towels
Private bathroom
Handrails in Stairways
Smoke-Free Property
Parking
Paid parking
Electric car charging station