Colonial Bank Motel

Room was not ready at the booked time of 2pm. We understand and appreciate it was a long weekend but no one advised the room wouldn't be ready so we were waiting around wasting time and changing plans. Secondly, the TV didn't work. At all. Not even free to air TV. Thirdly, extremly inadequate bedding. It was freezing and the doona/sheets on bed no where near enough. Blankets in cupboard very thin. Luckily I had a sleeping bag in the ute we could use. Heater old and didn't do much either. Contact method to motel very frustrating. Office hours stated phones manned 10-4. Multiple times we rang and no answer. Ended up pressing the emergency "8" option to get someone. Disappointing not getting what paid for.

Omeo is a tiny town with only a couple of hotels. We chose Colonial Motel, which was available on American Express travel. Colonial is a typical motel, which is okay for a one-night stay. We had a room which consisted of one double and one single beds. However, the note in the room that was saying that if the extra bed is used, there will be an extra charge :) Not very welcoming. Overall, it was an uneventful stay, but I would probably try one of the other properties in town if I were in Omeo again.

The quaint rooms are situated behind a lovely old historic building. Check in and out was contactless but a chalkboard with a welcome message was a nice personal touch. There was also some chocolates and a bottle of red wine to welcome us into our room. The only heating was a small electric heater which took the edge off but if you feel the cold as I do, it wasn’t quite enough. The bathroom in particular was freezing. Once in bed with the electric blanket though, it was nice and cosy.

We stayed here for four nights and found everything exactly what we wanted. A charming little motel with only four rooms. Upon arrival you’re greeted with your name on the door of your room and the keys waiting for you. No need to go to the office at all but they’re there if you need. we couldn’t believe how quiet it was, not only could you not hear any traffic from your room you don’t hear other guests either. The room has everything you need although the weather was really warm it would have been nice with an air conditioner but once we cranked up the ceiling fan we were soon cooled down. The wifi worked a treat and everything about this place was fantastic.