Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi, The Kidman Wayside Inn is set in Griffith. This 4-star inn offers room service, luggage storage space and an on site restaurant. At the property, every room is fitted with a desk, air-conditioning and a wardrobe. Some rooms have a kitchenette with a microwave, while some rooms boast a spa bath to relax in. Novus Restaurant offers guests a variety of entrees, mains and desserts using local products. The town center of Griffith is within a 10-minute walk from the property, where you will find supermarkets, cafes and amenities. The Rotary Lookout and the Griffith Pioneer Park Museum are both 2.2 mi from The Kidman Wayside Inn.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
2 queen beds
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
8.7
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Tina
    Australia Australia
    for some reason I got a huge room, I was working at the hotel that night so I think the staff put me in a big room close to the venue, it was much appreciated
  • Mark
    Australia Australia
    Easy check in, close to the centre of town. Large rooms.
  • B
    Brad
    Australia Australia
    Room was spacious and clean. Quiet location with plenty of parking, room service was good.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    Staff were very helpful and the food was great. Was made to feel very welcome
  • Nicole
    Australia Australia
    Our room was absolutely massive with comfortable beds and a sizable bathroom. The whole property was clean. The staff were very accommodating and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them. This hotel was such great value that we have...
  • Donna
    Australia Australia
    Amazing showers - great water pressure! Comfy beds and great restaurant.
  • Honor
    Australia Australia
    Have stayed here many times. Great location, great value for money, great restaurant, good service.
  • Bonnie
    Australia Australia
    Lovely stay as always. Tiny issue with the room was rectified quickly and happily by the helpful staff. Always a pleasure to stay there.
  • Murray
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was lovely. The meals at the attached restaurant were fantastic, as were the staff.
  • Robert
    Australia Australia
    Spacious , clean and modern . Great location and nice staff

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
The property usually replies within a few days

  • Do you have a twin room with disabled facilities for the shower and toilet?

    Disabled rooms have a queen bed in them. No additional beds.
    Answered on 17 January 2021
  • Is there any rooms with a stovetop?

    Hello, Yes, we have 2 self contained rooms - outback 65 and outback 76. Kind regards, Sirli Kidman Wayside Inn
    Answered on 19 November 2022
  • could you please tell me if your resturant would be open for breakfast and dinner after the long weekend eg tuesday the 9th to 12th.june thank you

    Good Afternoon, The restaurant is open for dinner and we do b/fast room service. Sharon
    Answered on 5 June 2020
  • What time is the restaurant open till?

    Approximately 9pm
    Answered on 9 November 2023
  • Do you know get split bedding- as we have 4 women and not looking to share a bed. Dates are 6-8th sept ( 2 nights) Thanks!

    Hi Thanks for your enquiring, we do not do split bedding however we have rooms with queen beds and single beds - you could do 2 deluxe rooms that hav..
    Answered on 26 May 2024
  • Hi Do you have microwave available in room? And is swimming pool operational? Regards Ghulam

    Microwave is available upon request. Swimming pool is fully operational.
    Answered on 7 January 2022
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Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Bennys Restaurant and Bar
    • Cuisine
      Italian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Gluten-free

Amenities of The Kidman Wayside Inn
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Iron
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Seasonal
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
The Kidman Wayside Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
AUD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Kidman Wayside Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Kidman Wayside Inn

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The Kidman Wayside Inn offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming pool
  • Check-in at The Kidman Wayside Inn is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Kidman Wayside Inn may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Kidman Wayside Inn is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Room options at The Kidman Wayside Inn include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Triple
    • Twin/Double
  • The Kidman Wayside Inn has 1 restaurant:

    • Bennys Restaurant and Bar
  • The Kidman Wayside Inn is 0.7 miles from the center of Griffith. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.