Location

LOCATION

Our Address

167 Maybe Street Bombala NSW 2632 Australia

This charming motel sits right on the Monaro Highway, which happens to be Bombala’s main street. It’s like the welcoming beacon for travelers, whether you’re a businessperson, a weary road-tripper, a motorcyclist, or someone seeking snowy mountain adventures.


Getting There:

Bombala is approximately:

  • 5.5 hours’ drive from Sydney
  • 2 hours’ drive from Canberra
  • 1.5 hours’ drive from Merimbula
  • 40 minutes from Cooma

How to Find Us


From Melbourne CBD

By Road

  • The most scenic way to reach Bombala from Melbourne is by car. Buckle up, and let’s roll!
  • Distance: Bombala is approximately 533 kilometers north of Melbourne.


From Sydney

By Road

  • The most scenic way to reach Bombala from Sydney is by car. Buckle up, and let’s roll!
  • Distance: Bombala is approximately 504 kilometers south of Sydney.


By Air (For a Quick Hop)

If you’re feeling fancy (and have wings), consider flying:

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM):

- Merimbula is about 60.8 km from Bombala.

- From Merimbula, it’s a scenic drive to the motel.

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cooma Airport (OOM):

- Cooma is around 71.3 km from Bombala.

- Again, a picturesque drive awaits you.

  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Merimbula Airport (MIM):

- Merimbula is about 60.8 km from Bombala.

- From Merimbula, it’s a scenic drive to the motel.

  • Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Cooma Airport (OOM):

- Cooma is around 81 km from Bombala.

- Again, a picturesque drive awaits you.

Convenient Location

Eden (Approx. 1 hour drive)

Highlights


  • Eden Wharf: Check out the trawlers and soak in the coastal vibes.
  • Sapphire Marine Discovery Centre: Dive into marine wonders.
  • Fishing Charters and Cruises: Get your sea legs on Twofold Bay.
  • National Parks: Explore the nearby natural beauty.

Delegate (Approx. 1 hour drive)

  • Early Settlers Hut: Step back into the 1840s and experience settler life.
  • Crankies Plain Bridge: A historic timber truss bridge over the Coolumbooka River.
  • Lavender House: Lavender lovers, rejoice! Locally-grown and made lavender products await.


Ski Resorts (Approx. 2 hours’ drive)

In winter, hit the slopes at world-class ski resorts:

  • Perisher
  • Thredbo
  • Charlotte Pass

Country Shows (Seasonal)

For a fantastic family day out:

  • Bombala Show (March): Sheep dog trials, show jumping, rides, and more.



Towns Near By

Delegate (Approx. 1 hour drive)

  • In Delegate, you can step back into the 1840s at the Early Settlers Hut and explore local heritage.
  • Don’t miss the historic timber truss bridge—Crankies Plain Bridge—over the Coolumbooka River.

Eden (Approx. 1 hour drive)

  • Eden, known for its wharf and marine discovery center, awaits about an hour away.
  • Explore the Sapphire Coast, spot trawlers, and immerse yourself in coastal vibes


Chandlers Creek and Noorinbee (In Victoria, Approx. 2 hours’ drive)

  • Once you cross into Victoria, the Monaro Highway takes you along the western edge of the Coopracambra National Park.
  • You’ll pass through these small settlements before joining the Princes Highway at Cann River.
  • From there, you can head west toward Orbost, Lakes Entrance, and eventually Melbourne.
  • Alternatively, venture east into East Gippsland toward Gipsy Point and Mallacoota.
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