A stay at The Buchanan 1894 places you in the heart of Parkes, within a 10-minute walk of Memorial Hill Lookout and Bushmans Hill Reserve. .This guesthouse is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cooke Park and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Parkes Showgrounds.
Lachlan Health Service-Parkes Hospital - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
Getting around
Parkes Station - 15 min walk
Parkes, NSW (PKE-Parkes Regional) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min walk
Parkes Services Club - 12 min walk
French Taste Bakery - 7 min walk
Bella's - 5 min walk
Royal Hotel Parkes - 6 min walk
About this property
The Buchanan 1894
The Buchanan 1894 offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. This Parkes guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include washing machines and irons/ironing boards.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. This Victorian guesthouse also features complimentary wireless internet access and gas grills.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Food and drink
Couples/private dining
Things to do
Books
Library
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
Fenced pool
Outdoor pool
Pool gate
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Guest services
Proposal/romance packages
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Accessibility
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
No elevator
Smooth flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
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2 floors
Built in 1894
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Renovated entire property - January 2024
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Restaurant dining guides
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Air conditioning
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Laundry detergent
Washing machine
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
This property accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-76178
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The Buchanan 1894 Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ellen
Dec 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a beautiful property. Our suite was very spacious and comfortable. The kitchen is adequately equipped and well set out. The only issue I can see is that the bedroom may get very hot in midsummer. Highly recommended and good value for money.