Escape to North Star Inn, where adventure meets comfort. Enjoy a delicious meal at the restaurant, unwind with laundry facilities, and have fun in the playground. Previous guests have enjoyed their stay here.
Mount Remarkable Summit Hike Trailhead - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Mount Remarkable National Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
Bartagunyah Estate - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
Booleroo Steam and Traction - 21 min drive - 23.5 km
Mambray Creek to Alligator Gorge Hike Trailhead - 58 min drive - 85.0 km
Restaurants
Vault Cafe - 2 min walk
Wozza's BnB - 2 min walk
Store 54 - 3 min walk
About this property
North Star Hotel
When visiting Melrose, North Star Hotel is a great choice to consider.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
8 rooms
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [hotel restaurant]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive on Monday or Tuesday must contact this property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No on-site parking
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Room amenities
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Towels
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
North Star Inn Melrose
North Star Melrose
North Star Inn Melrose, South Australia
North Star Inn Hotel
North Star Inn Melrose
North Star Inn Hotel Melrose
Frequently asked questions
Does North Star Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, North Star Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at North Star Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at North Star Hotel?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at North Star Hotel.
Are there restaurants at or near North Star Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, North Star Restaurant.
What's the area around North Star Hotel like?
North Star Hotel is located a short 11-minute walk from Mount Remarkable Summit Hike Trailhead.
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North Star Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Pub
Bed
Bathroom
Children
Hiking trails
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
5 Apr 2025
Property was so unique and quirky loved our stay
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
6 Oct 2024
Great location, character accomodation.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
13 May 2025
Quaint
Greg
Greg, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 Apr 2025
Old style accommodation
Jo
Jo, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
11 Jun 2024
We stayed in the red truck and was very comfortable from bed to nice hot shower.The hotel is beautiful in a old,unquiet way with lovely fire,set among beautiful scenery.Amazing meal at great price
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
13 Apr 2025
Nil
Grant
Grant, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
30 Sept 2023
Staying in the green truck was very different and the kids loved it.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Apr 2024
We were very pleasantly surprised by the quality of the room and its ensuite. It also had a shared kitchen facility that was very handy. Beautiful hiking trails. We were very happy that we decided to stay the night at Melrose, and we recommend the North Star Hotel.
Farshid
Farshid, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
17 Jun 2024
Staying in the old trucks is a unique experience. Very easy being just behind the hotel. The bedding needs to be updated and some maintenance - bathroom heating not working
Still a nice place to spend a weekend
Neville
Neville, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Nov 2022
Good room
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
1 May 2024
Liked the cleanliness, the bathroom and the quite. Could get a couple of new chairs on the verandah. Enjoyed the view
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
4/10 Poor
3 May 2024
Chilly Autumnal reception
Charming accommodation but icy service
Rob
Rob, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Jun 2024
The North Star Inn is a lovely place to stay. This was our second stay in this same room. Melrose is conveniently positioned to break up the drive from Port Lincoln to Adelaide. The room with ensuite bathroom is spacious, clean and well appointed. The location in Melrose is ideal with easy access to the North Star Inn (obviously) and other venues in the area. We recommend this accommodation.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Aug 2022
Stayed in the green truck room. Excellent.
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 May 2023
We really enjoyed our 2 night stay in one of the balcony rooms.Comfortable queen size bed, renovated ensuite. Effective split system reverse cycle air conditioner. Shared kitchenette provided cereal, juice, tea/coffee and bread/ spreads. It was lovely to sit on the balcony on rustic canvas chairs eating breakfast and watching the world go by. Pub meal next door was delicious!
Charles
Charles, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
22 Aug 2022
Needed another blanket on the bed ,
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
1 Mar 2016
Loved our stay in the Green Van. Shame there is no breakfast available at the Hotel. So not good if you are wanting an early start. There is an excellent cafe just down the road. Store 54 I think it's called. Great coffee and great breakfasts, wish they would open before 8.30 though! Only place we could find in Melrose for breakfast.
Jeffrey
4/10 Poor
19 Dec 2022
Awful.
Andrea
Andrea, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Sept 2022
Wasnt keen on having to go outside to the bathroom. Can possibly enclose the deck to make it as one.
Lauren
Lauren, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
19 Jun 2024
Got put into a dirty room that wasn't cleaned.
Pointed it out and got moved into a cleaned room.
Heater didn't work properly.
Black mould in the bathroom above the shower.
Expected more for $150 a night.
I wouldn't go back or recommend this place.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
22 Nov 2023
Unique is a word that would cover this property!!
It is in need of some tlc & a good clean.
Room was dingy. Shower head fell off. Bed creaked so not much sleep. Broken chairs on the bacony along with a collection of bottles from previous visitors.
Kitchen - didn't use it.
Decor looks like something from the 60s/70s.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Jun 2025
Amazing little spot and definitely worth the trip
Staff were friendly and accommodating, they helped us with any questions we had.
Rooms were better than expected, extremely spacious and so cozy. 1000/10
Ebony
Ebony, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Nov 2024
GWENDOLYN
GWENDOLYN, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Oct 2024
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
20 Oct 2024
Friendly staff, great atmosphere.
Clean and tidy.
Amenities were convenient.