About
Offering an outdoor swimming pool and a bistro, Dooley's Tavern & Motel Capella have rooms with flat-screen satellite TV. Guests can enjoy a children’s playground and access to a 24-hour gym. Open daily, the bistro offers a traditional Irish and Australian menu. Specialties include Guinness pie, pork sausages and smoked salmon. Room service is available in the evening. The motel features a bottle shop and gaming area with billiards. The bar offers an extensive wine and beer selection. All rooms are air-conditioned and include tea/coffee making facilities and an private bathroom with free toiletries. There is a shared terrace accessible to all guests. Capella Entertainment Center and Capella Pioneer Village Cultural Center are both within a 3-minute drive from Dooley's Tavern & Motel. Capella Railway Station is 10 minutes’ drive away. meal packages for corporate guests can be arranged by contacting property direct at least 48 hours prior to arrival for an additional charge add card operated laundry facility
206 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.9
- Staff
- 9.2
- Location
- 9.0
What Guests Say
- “Great halfway stop for us on the way to Cairns. Booking in was a breeze, easy to find rooms, dinner was the best, very clean rooms, all…”
- “No breakfast on either of the two days we were staying - given some packs of cereals which were out of date.”
Top Amenities
- Casino
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
Room Options
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1/4Family Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Standard Queen Room - Pet Friendly
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Queen Room - Disability Access
- Accessible bath/shower
- Accessible room
- Accessible toilet
- Air conditioning
1/4Deluxe Twin Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
1/4Deluxe Queen Room
- Air conditioning
- Bath or Shower
- Body soap
- Carpeting
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What Guests Loved
Based on 206 reviews
Pros +
- Great halfway stop for us on the way to Cairns. Booking in was a breeze, easy to find rooms, dinner was the best, very clean rooms, all the staff were excellent. Would definitely stay there again.
- No breakfast on either of the two days we were staying - given some packs of cereals which were out of date.
- Clean, comfy room; friendly helpful staff; meals at Tavern were terrific too
Cons -
- A broom or dustpan & brush in room would help keep the room cleaner.
- Having to use same towels for 3 days and no cleaning of room or refills
- No private blind in bathroom window .
Great halfway stop for us on the way to Cairns. Booking in was a breeze, easy to find rooms, dinner was the best, very clean rooms, all the staff were excellent. Would definitely stay there again.
No breakfast on either of the two days we were staying - given some packs of cereals which were out of date.
A broom or dustpan & brush in room would help keep the room cleaner.
Clean, comfy room; friendly helpful staff; meals at Tavern were terrific too
Room was good
Having to use same towels for 3 days and no cleaning of room or refills
Easy access with large room.
No private blind in bathroom window .
Always very clean and tidy. Is always my first choice when stopping in Capella.
Needs outdoor lighting. Very dark unloading the car.
Great spot along the highway. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Very accommodating with our dog as well. The overnight stay was perfect for an overnight stop with a lovely meal from the restaurant.
Good
Stones everywhere outside, quite untidy. Outdoor table and chairs were not cleaned. Room was fine, mainly for miners.
Room wasgood
The dinner was not good complained because it was cold and a very small crumbed steak for the price. Got another same size but it was hot. Grassed areas for pets had long grass hadn't been mowed in a while
Tavern was lovely
Smoke alarm not connected and hanging from ceiling. The bathroom was bigger than the room, which I don't understand when we use the bathroom less.
The staff were friendly, it was good pub food, nice quiet location.
There wasn't an exhaust fan in the bathroom, there was a stain on the sheet, had to ask the cleaner for a fresh towel and supplies on 4th day
Friendly staff helped us with a spare phone charger when we left ours home, clean and very comfortable room, fridge, good bathroom. Well priced meals in restaurant.
No microwave or toaster.
I was incredibly happy with my room, especially after a tiny hiccup because i had special requirements that staff and manager went out of their way to accommodate.
It was super easy to get to, the staff were very helpful and polite and it’s dog friendly!
Our fridge wasn’t turned on when we arrived and after a long day driving, we wanted to put our food in the fridge straight away.
Was a great place to stop after a long drive. No noise, rooms clean and comfortable ?
Very clean.
No microwave in room but the staff were very happy to warm my food for me.
The service and facilities are always exceptional at Dooley’s tavern Capella. He have been there many times and it’s always great. Best steak I’ve had in years.
Only issue was there were ants in the kettle ?
It was great to find a place that welcomed our dog, she is well behaved and hardly sheds, doesn’t bark, but so many places are cancelling dog stays. We have stayed here a few times now and she is always welcome and they don’t charge extra.
Bindis in the grass, hard for dog and human to walk on. Air conditioner noisy
Very comfortable place, great staff and good meals at the tavern
Quiet, easy to find just off the highway, pub including a great dining room attached, great good value meals. And I slept like a baby in a very clean (immaculate) room...
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Activities & Things to do
- Casino
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Outdoor pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
- Professional cleaning services
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Themed dinner nights
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 10:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 0 and above can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please call Dooley's Tavern & Motel Capella in advance for after hour arrival instructions, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note that pets are allowed on request, however they are not allowed in the rooms.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A damage deposit of AUD 300.0 is required at checkin. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of checkout via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Location
119 Peak Downs Street, Capella