El Kanah Retreat

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel in Marysville with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
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Photo gallery for El Kanah Retreat

Staircase
Terrace/patio
Front of property
View from room
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
975 Buxton-Marysville Rd, Marysville, VIC, 3779
  • Marysville Golf Club
    2 min walk
  • Gallipoli Park
    2 min drive
  • Terracotta
    3 min walk
  • Lilydale Station
    51 min drive

Room options

Standard Forest Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Premier Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Special Access Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Marysville

A family-friendly stay in Marysville awaits you at El Kanah Retreat. You'll be steps from Marysville Golf Club and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Gallipoli Park. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a conference centre. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a games room and a fireplace in the lobby. Other amenities include a front desk safe, a lift and a banquet hall. .With a stay at this 3-property class Marysville hotel, you'll be 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Marysville & District Historical Society and 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Marysville Bushland Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Marysville Golf Club - 2 min walk
  • Marysville & District Historical Society - 2 min drive
  • Steavenson's Falls - 4 min drive
  • Marysville Trout and Salmon Ponds - 5 min drive
  • Lake Mountain Alpine Resort - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Duck Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marysville Country Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Marysville Take Away - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fraga's Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Igloo Road House - ‬10 min drive

About this property

El Kanah Retreat

Family-friendly hotel in Marysville with free parking
As a guest of El Kanah Retreat, you'll find an arcade/games room, a fireplace in the lobby, and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Marysville hotel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference centre
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
El Kanah Retreat offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Baby toys
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Conference centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

El Kanah Retreat Hotel
El Kanah Retreat Marysville
Elkanah Lodge Conference Centre
El Kanah Retreat Hotel Marysville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at El Kanah Retreat?

El Kanah Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at El Kanah Retreat?

Yep, El Kanah Retreat has a free self car park.

Is El Kanah Retreat family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that El Kanah Retreat is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at El Kanah Retreat?

No, El Kanah Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at El Kanah Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at El Kanah Retreat?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at El Kanah Retreat?

There is a golf course next to El Kanah Retreat.

El Kanah Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel

This is an interesting property to rate. It is important to note that it is neither a hotel or motel. Its primary function is as a conference centre and retreat. In between, it offers accommodation. For pedestrians, I believe it is too far out of town, although I did observe some guests walking. For cyclists, the same would apply in bad weather, otherwise a very easy ride. For motorists, no problem. The reason I mention this is that aside from an 8.00am breakfast (which I didn’t try) there were no bar or dining options for the casual visitor, so you need to go into town for absolutely everything. Other than that, excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful customer service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

parul

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not very accomodating for kids
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The concierge was happy to accomodate our need to watch the netball final on the TV's available in the lounge
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

WEIXIAO

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here overnight and the room is big and I like it. There are not many choices for breakfast. Overall we had a good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hem

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Natasha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was asked to pay for extra hair and body shampoo for a 3 days 2 night stay as the ones provided only lasted for 1 day for the both of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

John

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean and comfortable. Very limited facilities for dining.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Breakfast started at 8 but no staff member was there to start breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need table and chair outside room to sit
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable- quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best in Marysville
It was a very comfortable stay. Super clean and spacious room with a beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
'Homely' feel accommodation, The continental breakfast each morning was a welcomed surprise (and the views from the balcony breathtaking). Value for money.

8/10 Good

BIMAL

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were very impressed with everything - totally clean - everythng worked - most enjoyable stay -Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about our stay here. It’s wasn’t just a place to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

anita

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here at this beautiful, quiet and clean property. It is well maintained, however, we didn't see any staff during our stay check in and out was self service, which didn't bother us. If we needed something we called customer service number and they were quick to respond and helpful. The only thing is we couldn't eat in the rooms, yet their restaurant was closed as were most restaurants in Marysville so that was frustrating especially with children. It would be nice if there was a communal kitchen or at least fruit and sandwiches made available for guests. The breakfast is continental however could do with fruits and pastries. Overall we did enjoy our stay it, would stay definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Noelle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located . The bathroom / shower was not practical and lack of tissues !!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jawad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022