2024 Discover Ipswich Visitor Guide

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Villa on Ferguson

11. Springfield Lakes Hotel – The fully refurbished Springfield Lakes Hotel has 20 spacious hotel rooms, an on-site restaurant and bar and a beautiful outdoor swimming pool. Guests can choose between an executive queen or executive king room. There is also free Wi-Fi, a fitness room, free secure parking and meeting or conference rooms for people away on business trips. 12. Urban Getaway – A luxury home away from home for up to 11 guests in Ipswich Central. There are four master suites all with ensuites. Relax on the verandah with views of the D'Aguilar Range. The property is close to Queens Park and features heritage details. 13. Villa on Ferguson – If you’re budget conscious this affordable house is in a handy location in North Ipswich. It’s an ideal option for those looking for a budget-friendly place to stay that still has plenty of room. It’s also walking distance to one of Ipswich’s favourite family destinations, Queensland Museum Rail Workshops. 14. Willowbank Caravan Park & Motel – There are 22 immaculately clean and newly renovated motel rooms available, as well as 18 cabins. The park also features powered and un-powered camping and caravan sites. There's a pool with

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views to Flinders Peak and the site is close to the Willowbank Motorsport Precinct. 15. Woodlands of Marburg – Step back in time as you drive into the Woodlands Estate. Offering a range of accommodation options from family rooms, through to deluxe and executive suites, Woodlands of Marburg is ideal for short breaks or weekend getaways and has an on-site restaurant and cafe.

9. Ruth's Cottage – If you're after a pet-friendly place to stay then Ruth's Cottage is for you. It's an entire house, with full kitchen, two queen bedrooms, a dining area and living area. There's also a fenced backyard for your pooch. 10. Spicers Hidden Vale – All the comforts of luxury with true country hospitality. Featuring heritage cottages with one to four bedrooms, guests will have all the comforts of home waiting for them, not to mention their own verandah where they can view the stunning sunrise or sunset. Diners will also be able to feast on an array of local ingredients at the on-site award- winning restaurant and enjoy activities such as bushwalking, bike riding and swimming.

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Where to go camping For a rustic camping experience book into Hardings Paddock Campground right at the foot of

Accessible options Quest Ipswich has two accessible one-bedroom apartments that can also interconnect with a traditional studio to make a two-bedroom apartment. The rooms have king beds that can be split into singles, there’s also a fold out sofa, grab bars, accessible toilets, service dog provisions, shower chairs and a step-free shower.

the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate. You will need to bring your own camp shower and drinking water but there are camp toilets available.

The boutique Springfield Lakes Hotel has a wheelchair friendly room with ensuite and a car park with ramps to all doors. It also has an on- site restaurant which has wheelchair access. The Country Motel Ipswich has one fully accessible room and disability parking onsite. There is also one partially accessible room with a queen and single bed, the bathroom has no wheelchair access. The bathroom does feature a walk-in shower and grab rails for the toilet. The reception, most of the grounds and the on-site restaurant are all accessible.

There are mountain views, a range of birdlife, wallabies and koalas to spot at Ivory’s Rock . The camp features private bathrooms, powered sites, Wi-Fi, bunkhouses and is suitable for caravanning and camping. The Rosewood Showgrounds camping facility has 16 powered sites with access to water and sullage, and 40 additional unpowered sites. It’s a great place to start exploring the Cobb & Co Tourist Drive and the nearby Grandchester Model Steam Railway.

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