Built in 1878 this magnificent hotel is one of only four 3-storey buildings in Maryborough. Majestically overlooking the famous Mary River and the new Mary River Parklands; the Criterion Hotel is situated in historic Wharf Street in the prestigious Portside Precinct. Surrounded by many historic and iconic buildings including the Military Museum, Art Gallery, City Courthouse, Customs House, the Port Residence and the Mary River Marina.
The hotel consists of a newly refurbished bar, courtyard and beer garden with a large outdoor smoking area. There are 18 accommodation rooms (currently closed for refurbishment) with some of the best views in Maryborough. The hotel also houses the only purpose built nightclub in town. Spread over two floors are three bars, pool tables, great dance floor and stage, as well as a nonstop DJ station with the latest sound and lighting systems; the club has a capacity of over 500 people and it is renowned as the leading entertainment venue in Maryborough and surrounding areas.
The Criterion Nightclub has recently completed a massive refurbishment with a new and fresh concept, integrating multi entertainment zones that cater for various demographics. This exciting redevelopment has attracted interests from across the region.
The Criterion Hotel has definitely set a new benchmark in entertainment standards on the Fraser Coast, and it certainly lives up to its slogan “Your Entertainment Destination”!
