We had a wedding reception here and about 15 of the guests stayed at the motel attached to the…read morereception centre. After the service in the chapel on site, photographs were taken in the garden while guests retired to the bar. All this was on site. At the reception, the food was excellent, the arrangements went smoothly, and we had many favourable comments from guests about how enjoyable the reception was. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff, and Julia and Dearna made every effort to ensure the event went well. The accommodation was very satisfactory and our request for an early breakfast next day for 15 at 8:00 AM was met without difficulty. Because of guests coming from interstate we needed a number of cots and highchairs and these were available where and when we needed them.

Room was absolutely fifthly and the assistant manager is a real piece of work. The walls were…read moreliterally crawling at night time and we couldn't work out why. We had a small ant problem and bought some spray. Upon spraying the ants literally thousands (if not millions) of ants fell from the cracks between the cupboard and wall. We tried going to reception but noone was there so had to sleep in a filthy room. In the morning I went to the front desk to let them know we needed someone to look at it. The assistant manager told me the cleaners were done for today and that we should "sweep it up ourselves". She became argumentative and told me she doesn't like my attitude. I felt being in a filthy room ants between the walls warranted behind upset about. Fire the assistant manager. Otherwise the facilities were good for kids. It has a large jumping balloon, pool and BBQ area. The kids loved the kids club every morning and the staff member who runs that is absolutely amazing!

This self claimed friendly local hotel is just that. The bistro and bar is a light and airy space…read moreand the best place to take advantage of the daily meal offers.Not surprisingly for those who visit pubs with me- my favourite dinner deal is Parma night! The small gaming area is suitably closed off from the rest of the hotel which encourages local families to stop by. This hotel is considered by locals to be the 'runner-up' hotel in Heidelberg-not always a bad thing-that means they try harder! It comes complete with the following features: Cafe Bistro Outdoor Terrace Function Venue Bottle Shop Wine Bar The small wine bar is a great place to stop for an after work drink due to the large open air window with bar stools, perfect for watching the world go by. Tip: End your work week with the Live music on every Friday from 8pm.

Visited this place last night for a dinner & drinks catch up with friends from the high school…read moredays. We booked a nice table out the back area which was rather cute and pretty. I admit Heidelberg/Ivanhoe was my 'just turned 18' stomping ground, I remember the very very old days where this place had yucky sticky carpet, dark wood furniture and a dodgy atmosphere. Since then they have renovated and updated a number of times and it all looks great. I have had a fair number of fun nights at this venue over the years and last night was just as fun. A few of us ordered meals, and the opinion around the table that they were OK, nothing to get too excited about. Myself and another had the "Catch Of The Day" from the special menu. Described as: Oven baked salmon, served with fondant potato, rosemary roasted carrot, baby corn and parsnip purée ($23.90). (Pic uploaded). I enjoyed my dish. It was at the start a tiny bit bland but the nice juicy slice of lemon added the right hit of flavour to the fish to make it rather delicious. I ended up eating and enjoying everything on the plate (except the baby corn, baby corn is weird man!). Even the carrots were delicious and I can usually take or leave those. And fondant potatoes, never heard of them until now but YUM. Can't say much about the other means. My friends pizza looked pretty substantial however she said it felt a bit too fatty too eat much of. They also have a deal advertised via Facebook, that if you check into the venue via mobile you can get half price drinks for the first half of the footy. Bargain! They had TVs all around showing the great Grand Final replay where Hawthorn played brilliant footy. A nice touch to end the night :) Drink service was also friendly and came with a smile. Perhaps I am biased due to my previous fun memories of this venue so 4 starts for this place. I enjoyed my time at The Barkly and hope to be back.