Walhalla's Star Hotel

Fabulous place to stay. Michael has done such an impressive job of rebuilding this iconic hotel and lovingly tending to it and being a great hotelier for 27 years - long may this continue, as our hotel experience was such a central and integral part of why we enjoyed Walhalla so much. But also, Walhalla itself is so unique and totally worth visiting and staying, not just day tripping. Our room was fab, the balcony view was great, cosy reception areas downstairs and breakfast and dinner. The dinners were of such excellent quality - one night had the duck, which I thought couldn't be improved upon, but the next night I had what was probably the best Lamb Shank ever! We really enjoyed our two night visit. This meant we had time to enjoy the hotel and also a clear whole day to wander around the town, do the goldmine and railway line tours. Thoroughly recommend.

We recently enjoyed a delightful stay for my dad's birthday, and I can confidently say that the experience and accommodations exceeded any 5-star rating I could give. We reserved two rooms, and the owners made sure that all the amenities were conveniently located to cater to my parents' needs as they are no longer spry youngsters. Michael and Russell, the owners, are incredibly welcoming and always eager to chat. They even went above and beyond by bringing out our dessert with a candle to make my dad feel extra special on his special day. Nothing seems to be too much trouble for these wonderful hosts, as they strive to ensure your stay aligns perfectly with your expectations—a rarity in today’s hospitality industry . The atmosphere of this place is wonderfully cozy, instantly making you feel at home. Our rooms were inviting, complete with comfortable beds and fresh linens. The view from the balcony was simply stunning, offering a panoramic view of Main Street along with its historic structures and beautiful natural surroundings. Dinner was scrumptious, and the breakfast spread in the morning was impressive, featuring a wide variety of delectable options to satisfy any palate. An added treat was the charming and playful dogs, Tilly and Rupert, who brought an extra layer of joy to our stay. On top of all this fantastic service and accommodation, the price was incredibly reasonable. As always, our experience was exceptional, and we look forward to returning for another visit. I wholeheartedly recommend this outstanding establishment to anyone looking for a memorable stay.

The hotel room was bright spacious clean and comfortable. The dinner and continental breakfast were good. My only slight negative was, whilst the hotel reception, lounge and restaurant had some character, the room felt a little clinical and lacked ambiance. But view from balcony of the village was great. The village is set in a lovely wooded valley. We wish we had stayed two nights and taken the train ride (closed Thurs when we were there) and done the gold mine tour (pm only). But we walked around the village in the cool and quiet of the morning, very interesting. Thank you for your recommendation of Toorongo waterfall, Red Duck Cafe Noojee & Noojee Trestle bridge on route to our next stay. All were worth a visit.

Recently stayed two nights at Walhalla's Star Hotel and would happily book it again. Travelling with a couple who also had family history in Walhalla. We stayed at the Star Hotel. The accommodation is in the center of town and is in the style of an old Guest House. Rooms are very clean an large, all with ensuites. In our case both diner and breakfast were included in the price. Which I believe is the norm. Diner was 3 courses. From memory each service, you were offered your choice of 4 entrees, 4 mains & 3 deserts. The food was excellent. The bar worked on the honesty system. A good choice of spirits and wines were available, at reasonable prices. It was very good. Breakfast offered a good range of juices, cereals and baked goods. Along with teas and coffee options. It was more than adequate. Lunch was not offered, however, the food in the cafes and Wally's Pub was good, also. The Hosts of the Star Hotel have an excellent business model here and the guest house feel adds to the old world charm to the experience of the town. One other type, despite the population of Walhalla reportedly being very small, everyone is an amateur historian. If you have any history in the area, most people will go out of their way to answer or research questions for you. Including the Hosts of the Star Hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed the stay and would highly recommend it. Looking forward to a return visit.

A beautiful replica of the original hotel with all the modern amenities you could wish for, if you a staying overnight or a few days for rest and relaxation. Our room overlooked the bubbling stream to the hill encasing the Long Tunnel that produced a lot of gold in the 1800's. Our room with ensuite was well equipped with heating and comfortable bedding. Dinner and breakfast was a delight in the dining room which included a unique bar where you could get "tanked" if you had not planned to drive after dinner! Cosy fireplaces in the guest lounge and dining room are a treat especially for conversation with fellow travellers!

Walhalla is a gem, off the beaten path. Hotel owners are amazing ambassadors for Walhalla and its history. The dogs are amazing too. Perfectly renovated hotel, wonderful ambience, worth a detour. No televisions in rooms is a nice change. Check it out.