Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to plan an easy stay with us.
How far is Motel Royal Tara from Yass?
About 37 km north-west of Yass — roughly a 30-minute drive via the Hume Highway and the Burley Griffin Way.
Is Binalong a good stopover between Sydney and Melbourne?
Yes. We’re about 312 km from Sydney (roughly three and a half hours) and a short detour off the Hume Highway — a quiet overnight stop with private parking at your door and dinner on site most nights.
Which towns are close to the motel?
Yass, Young, Harden–Murrumburrah, Galong, Boorowa, Jugiong, Bookham, Murrumbateman and Temora are all within reach, and Canberra is via Yass. We are also on the Burley Griffin Way, an easy stop between Sydney and Griffith.
Do you serve breakfast and dinner?
Yes. We serve a continental buffet breakfast every morning (pre-booking required), and dinner from our à-la-carte menu. The restaurant is open every day except Wednesday; weekend lunch is available by request.
Is there an on-site café?
We don’t have a barista café, but guests are welcome to enjoy coffee from our self-serve machine and cold drinks from reception, any time.
What food options are available?
- Continental buffet breakfast — 7:30 to 9:30 AM, bookings only (children under 12 free)
- Dinner — 5:00 PM (winter) or 6:00 PM (summer) to 9:00 PM, à-la-carte (closed Wednesday)
- Weekend lunch — 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, by prior booking
- Self-serve coffee and cold drinks from reception, any time
What are your check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 1:00 PM and check-out is before 10:00 AM. Reception is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM; after hours, our landline forwards to the manager’s mobile.
Do you have baby cots or cribs?
Yes — baby cots and cribs are available on request. Just let us know when you book.
What is in the room?
Every room has a private ensuite with hair dryer and toiletries, reverse-cycle air-conditioning, an electric blanket, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, a kitchenette with kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, cutlery and crockery, tea, coffee and milk, an iron and ironing board, and hangers.
Do you have EV charging?
EV charging is coming soon. Please call us on 02 6227 4310 for the latest.
Is there parking?
Yes — every room has its own private parking space right in front of the room, free for guests. There is also plenty of room for trailers, utes, work vehicles, small trucks and machinery, and CCTV monitors our common areas.
Do you have rates for work crews and long stays?
Yes. We welcome contractors and crews working on infrastructure projects in the area. Email or call us with your dates and numbers and we’ll quote weekly or group rates. Corporate stays.
Do you charge extra for pets?
No — pet-friendly rooms are available on request at no extra charge, as long as pets are well-behaved and don’t damage the room.
Do you accommodate contractors and work crews?
Yes — we offer multi-room availability, long-stay rates, early breakfast options and ample parking for work vehicles, trailers and machinery.
How do I get the best rate?
For our best rates, call us on 02 6227 4310 or book online through this website.
Stay in comfort, relax, enjoy
For our best rates, call 02 6227 4310 or book online on our website — twenty comfortable ground-floor rooms in the heart of Binalong.