Discover Ipswich Magazine 2023

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OTHER PLACES TO STAY ... Whether you are visiting Ipswich for business or pleasure, there are multiple accommodation options for single travellers, families or groups of people.

1. Country Motel Ipswich The Country Motel Ipswich offers comfortable and affordable accommodation. The motel can cater for tour groups and large vehicles including buses, trailers and trucks in the free on-site car park. There is also an in-house restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a bar where guests can enjoy an afternoon drink. 2. Cumquat House Relax and unwind in the heritage city at this charming bed and breakfast. Built in 1914, Cumquat House features six rooms, each with king or queen bed. It is also close to a number of restaurants and attractions. Guests can enjoy complimentary breakfast with their booking. 3. Hardings Paddock For a more rustic experience book into Hardings Paddock camping grounds right at the foot of the Flinders-Goolman Conservation Estate. You will need to bring your own camp shower and drinking water but there are camp loos available. 4. Motel Monaco A three-minute drive to The Workshops Rail Museum and the Ipswich CBD means the budget friendly Motel Monaco is a great choice for those wanting to be close to the action. The motel is also across the road from a playground. 5. Quest Springfield Located in one of the fastest growing economic regions in Queensland, Quest Springfield is close to the Orion Lagoon, Robelle Domain and Orion Springfield Central. Featuring a wide range of self-contained apartments designed for comfort, you will be left feeling refreshed after your visit.

6. Rosehill Apartments Sit on the balcony and enjoy the serenity only a few minutes’ walk to Queens Park. There are three two-bedroom apartments, each with kitchen, laundry and carport. The quiet location close to the Ipswich CBD, makes Rosehill apartments a great budget option. 7. Rosewood Showgrounds The Rosewood Showgrounds Camping Facility has 16 powered sites with access to water and sullage and about 40 additional unpowered sites. It’s a great place to start exploring the Cobb & Co Tourist Drive and the nearby Grandchester Model Steam Railway. 8. Urban Getaway Right in the heart of the CBD you can stay in a luxury home with four master bedrooms all with ensuites. Watch the sunset on the large verandah, enjoy the chef's kitchen and indulge in the rain shower. 9. Villa Modica This elegant house is an eye-catching Mediterranean-style home high on a hill. There are five bedrooms and the house sleeps up to 14. Plus, there are multiple indoor and outdoor living areas, a roof top deck and a plunge pool. 10. 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

ACCESSIBILITY TIP Quest apartments Quest apartments 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. Springfield Lakes Hotel 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. Country Motel Ipswich The Country Motel Ipswich has one fully accessible room with an accessible bathroom and there is a wide oversized parking bay. There is also one partially accessible room with a walk in shower and toilet grab rails, however no wheelchair access into the bathroom. The reception, most of the grounds and the on-site restaurant are all accessible also.

looking for a place to stay that has plenty of room. It’s also walking distance to one of Ipswich’s favourite family destinations, The Workshops Rail Museum.

FOR FARM STAY OPTIONS SEE PAGE 29.

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