What type of heating options are available for the rooms at Northern Arts Hotel?
12 March 2024
Most rooms are equipped with reverse cycle air conditioning, except for Room 3A, which has an oil column heater.
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Northern Arts Hotel, Castlemaine
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About the Hotel
359 Barker Street,
Castlemaine,
Australia,
3450,
Victoria
- Close to Buda Historic Home and Garden
Great
8.5
5.0
Loved by guests
"We loved the unique character and atmosphere of the hotel and the fantastic service, exemplified by walking in after a long tiring drive."
"This place is vintage boutique quirkiness and is everything that soulless corporate hotels are not."
"The Northern ART Hotel is a real gem."
Rooms with Artist Names
The Northern Arts Hotel features nine boutique guest rooms named after Australian artists, including Clifton Pugh, Clarice Beckett, Margaret Olley, Mirka Mora, Arthur Boyd, Brett Whiteley, John Olsen, and Hans & Nora Heysen, and Margaret Preston. Rooms offer air-conditioning, television, Wi-Fi, 24-hour tea and coffee-making facilities, a guest fridge, and ironing facilities. Options include queen rooms with ensuite bathrooms, king rooms with ensuite bathrooms and an extra single bed, and twin rooms with nearby shared bathrooms. A queen room with a private bathroom is located across the hall. Some rooms include a sitting area, a terrace, a dining table, a patio, and garden furniture.
Dining at Das Kaffeehaus
Guests can visit Das Kaffeehaus, a Viennese-style coffee house serving small-batch roasted coffee, schnitzels, sausages, strudels, cakes, and more at affordable prices. Room tariffs include a continental breakfast.
Coolroom Entertainment Venue
The hotel features the Coolroom, a venue for jazz and other musical performances. The Coolroom hosts salon-style events, workshops, and film screenings. Frank Veldze and Alan Joyce manage the Coolroom and bar. The Coolroom also presents Frank's Gigantic Wall of Vision and Sound plus Another Roadside Attraction. The venue supports live-streamed performances, local artists, and well-known artists performing locally. Events include jazz performances, film screenings, poetry readings, and workshops.
Castlemaine Location & Landmarks
Located at 359 Barker Street, Castlemaine, the Northern Arts Hotel is 100 km from Tullamarine Airport. Nearby landmarks include the Goldfields Track (1 km), Falkner Gallery (1 km), Buda Historic Home and Garden (0.5 km), and Castlemaine Anticlinal Fold (1 km). Other attractions include Rod Hadfields Hot Rod Museum (7 km), Shades Of Gray Studio and Gallery (2 km), and The Left Bank Gallery (1 km). The hotel is an excellent base to explore Maldon, Harcourt, Newstead, Bendigo, Kyneton and Ballarat. The Castlemaine Market Building in central Mostyn Street provides details on Castlemaine and surrounding towns.
Hotel Services
The Northern Arts Hotel provides an honest, uncomplicated, and comfortable stay. It offers space for workshops, events, and film screenings. The hotel features rich timber paneling, an art deco ceiling, and an extensive collection of antiques and paintings. Note that there is no elevator. The hotel acknowledges the Djarra people, the custodians of the land.
“In my opinion, this hotel distinguishes itself through its celebration of art and local heritage, providing guests with unique, artist-themed rooms and a dedicated performance space. The location, near both the botanical gardens and historic sites from the gold rush era, makes it ideal for culturally curious travelers; moreover, the inviting atmosphere extends to thoughtfully prepared breakfasts and opportunities for community engagement. I find it a standout choice for those seeking an immersive and creative getaway.”
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
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Queen Room
2 persons
220 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
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Queen Room En Suite Bathroom
2 persons
165 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
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King Room En Suite Bathroom
2 persons
280 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Location
359 Barker Street,
Castlemaine,
Australia,
3450,
Victoria
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359 Barker Street,
Castlemaine,
Australia,
3450,
Victoria
City landmarks
Garden
Castlemaine Botanical Gardens
3900 ft
Landmark
Old Castlemaine Gaol
4200 ft
Museum
Castlemaine Art Gallery
2600 ft
Garden
Buda Historic Home and Garden
2600 ft
Landmark
Falkner Gallery
2600 ft
Landmark
Burke & Wills Memorial Obelisk
1.6
mi
Library
Castlemaine Library
2600 ft
Church
Castlemaine Presbyterian Church
3300 ft
Landmark
Coal store
2100 ft
Winery
Boomtown Wine
2200 ft
Landmark
Shades Of Gray Studio and Gallery
1.1
mi
Landmark
Weighbridge
2600 ft
Landmark
Signal Box B
2600 ft
Landmark
Victorian Goldfields Railway
2900 ft
Landmark
Cecode Shop and Gallery
3000 ft
Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
2900 ft
Landmark
Baptist Church
3100 ft
Landmark
Phee Broadway Theatre
3200 ft
Landmark
St. Marys
3300 ft
Landmark
Castlemaine Anticlinal Fold
2600 ft
Landmark
Goldfields Track
1.2
mi
Park
Victory Park
1.2
mi
Gallery
The Left Bank Gallery
4100 ft
Landmark
Campbells Creek Recreation Reserve
1.2
mi
Church
The Anglican Church On Agitation Hill
4000 ft
Landmark
Engine Shed
4800 ft
Nearby
Mall
Mill
1500 ft
Event hall
The Taproom
1700 ft
Restaurants
Johnny Baker's Drive-In
100 ft
359 Barker St
Das Kaffeehaus
1900 ft
9 Walker St
Cabosse & Feve Chocolates
1800 ft
9 Walker St
Coffee Basics
2700 ft
1 Halford St
She Sells Seafood
3600 ft
296 Barker St
Railway Hotel
4400 ft
65 Gingell St
Explore Castlemaine
Explore Castlemaine
Getting around
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:30
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel Northern Arts provides visitors with a free full breakfast.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
9
Questions of the users
About Northern Arts Hotel
Can you clarify what an external bathroom means? Is there a large double bed option available?
18 February 2025
An external bathroom is a private bathroom just outside the room, not shared with other guests. The hotel offers rooms with double beds for a comfortable stay.
Are there any rooms on the ground floor? I have difficulty navigating stairs.
5 April 2024
Currently, all rooms are located on the upper floors, and there are no ground floor accommodations available.
Does the hotel offer queen-sized beds in any of its rooms?
29 May 2025
Yes, there are options available with queen beds, such as the Queen Room and others.
What does it mean when a room has a private bathroom? Is it inside the room?
21 April 2024
A private bathroom means it is dedicated to your room but is a separate space from the bedroom itself. Some rooms have ensuites, which are bathrooms attached internally.
When booking a room, are the private external bathrooms located within the queen rooms?
30 January 2025
Private external bathrooms are located outside the guest rooms but are exclusively for the room occupants, offering privacy and comfort.
Do any of the rooms come with ensuites that include a bathtub?
15 June 2024
Unfortunately, there are no rooms currently equipped with ensuites that feature bathtubs.
Is there an additional fee for bringing extra guests and adding beds?
28 March 2025
Yes, there is an extra charge of $50 for adding an additional person, but only certain rooms can accommodate extra beds.
Can the single beds in the twin room be joined together to create a double bed?
10 February 2024
The twin beds in the Mora Room are fixed and cannot be combined into a double.
What exactly does a "private external bathroom" entail?
19 March 2025
A private external bathroom is exclusively for the use of guests in the room, located outside but not shared with others. Bathrobes are provided for convenience during your stay.
Is Northern Arts Hotel a good place for art enthusiasts and creative individuals?
7 July 2024
Absolutely! The hotel serves as a vibrant space for those interested in the arts, featuring a welcoming atmosphere with decor that reflects eclectic tastes and hosting various creative events.Next best alternative
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