Do we supply breakfast?

Yes.  Breakfast is available.  There are cooked and continental options available.  Orders need to be at reception by 8pm the evening prior.  For those planning an early start, why not order a continental breakfast which can be delivered to the room the evening before departure. ​

How close is the accommodation to the ZOO?

The Shearing Shed Motor Inn is just 10 minutes (5.6km) by car to the Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
If you want to ride your bikes to the Zoo, it is an easy 15 minute ride. 

Can we ride our bicycles to the zoo?

15 minute bicycle ride to theTaronga Western Plains Zoo
​We are just 5km from Western Plains Zoo.  If you are feeling energetic, ride the picturesque bike trail
​Cycling and walking trail which forms two river-based loops, a 6km urban loop from Serisier Bridge to the Tamworth Street footbridge and return, and a longer 13km loop from the Tamworth Street footbridge past the Taronga Western Plains Zoo to Dundullimal Reserve, crossing the river again there to return to Tamworth Street via Macquarie Street. Provides great access to swimming and fishing locations.

Do you have a restaurant?

Whilst we don’t have a restaurant on site, there are many great meal options close by.  We have chargeback arrangements with:

• Dubbo RSL - 178 Brisbane Street Dubbo  Website
• Red Barrel - 215A Macquarie Street 
• Two Doors Tapas Bar- 215 Macquarie Street Dubbo  Website
• The Milestone Hotel - 195 Macquarie Street Dubbo  Website
• The Old Bank - 232 Macquarie Street Dubbo Website
• The Monkey Bar - 24 Wingewarra Street Dubbo 
• Rose Garden Thai - 208 Brisbane Street Dubbo 
• Royal India Restobar - 29 Bultje Street Dubbo Website 

all of which are all within easy walking distance from The Shearing Shed.

What time can we check in?

Whilst ‘offical’ check in time is 2pm, we are happy for guest to check in as soon as the room is available.  We will send you a text message to let you know your room is ready and waiting for you.  

Do you pick up and drop off to the airport?

​We are able to offer pick up and drop off to the Dubbo Regional Airport in most circumstances.  Prior booking is essential.  We are not able to provide child car seats, so if travelling with children under the age of 7 call Dubbo Taxis on 131 008 to arrange appropriate transport.

Do You Have Off Street Parking?

Yes. We have 23 rooms and 23 off site car parks so each room has access to one off street car park.  If you are travelling with a trailer or a larger vehicle, contact us to make arrangements.  We do have several longer car parks available, however these are not long enough for caravans.

Do you have Office Services?

Premium office services such as faxing, emailing, printing and word processing are available at reception