Self-contained cottage-style accommodation. The Townhouse is in the heart of Merriwa. For more details, see our Facebook page.

Self-contained studio-style accommodation. The Workshop is in the heart of Merriwa. For details see our Facebook page.

Golden Fleece Motor Inn Merriwa plus B&B on Bettington. Nothing but the best for your accommodation needs. Luxury at a budget price. Arrive as strangers, leave as friends. See our website.

Ensuites. Short and long term accommodation. Reasonable rates. Air con, fridge, TV, microwave, toaster, tea and coffee. Clean. Plenty of parking for trucks. Friendly service. See our website.

Country charm, comfortable, cosy and relaxing. Situation on a working farm in the hills of the Upper Hunter Valley. Enjoy the surrounding area with local events, cafes, shops and pub only a 5 minute drive away. For more details click here.

Circa 1915. Renovated and refurbished for the discerning traveller. Located in the heart of the festival area. Accommodation, meals and upmarket wines. Open 7 days lunch/dinner. See our Facebook page for more details.

Offering a warm and cosy welcome to travellers, Little Lodge has a bespoke country farmhouse feel, vintage decor and comfortable furnishings. Pull up, put your bags down, relax and have a cuppa. Sleeps up to four guests. Home office, wifi and smart tv. Free of street parking. Pets are welcome. Bookings at airbnb.

A small gem! Friendly. Close to all services. Riverside caravan park. Powered and unpowered sites. Pet friendly. Suitable for RVs, caravans and camping. Clean and well maintained. Phone 0418 668 402 for bookings.

Cnr Dutton St and Golden Hwy. Entry via Dutton St. Three amenity blocks (toilets and showers). Camping available Thursday to Monday nights. Call (02) 6521 7046. Email skelly@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au.

Uninterrupted views of the Merriwa silos. Travellers must be self-sufficient. Easy access. Can accommodate large vans and RVs. Tents welcome.

For the self-sufficient traveller. Flat, unpowered sites. Accommodates large vans and RVs. Campers welcome. Showers available during club opening hours.

Only 42km from town in the quiet and lovely village of Cassilis is the Royal Hotel, Cassilis. This beautifully restored sandstone hotel is well worth a night ... or three! For more details see the Royal Hotel's Facebook page or call (02) 6376 1004.

A short 35km (or “just down the road” as they say in the country) is the Sandy Hollow Tourist Park. You’ll make the festival and be back at the Tourist Park in time for a good night’s sleep. You’ll even make it back to Merriwa for the Poet’s Breakfast on the Sunday morning! Under new management. For more details see click here or call (02) 6547 4575.

Only 30km down the road you can experience the allure of rural living at this lovely countryside accommodation. Bunnan Hideaway is nestled in the heart of nature's embrace between Scone and Merriwa. The symphony of birdsong, the fresh crispness of country air and sweeping views of rolling hills are just some of the things you will experience. The cozy tiny house is a perfect blend of modern amenities and country living. Ph 0425 213 393 (online presence coming soon).

Only 23km west of Merriwa (14km off the Golden Highway) is the solitude of Hillside Camp on Bow River. With 2,000 acres, it's not hard to see why all sites are secluded. There are no showers, toilets or potable water so this is best for the self-sufficient camper. But don't take our word for it, check it out on Hipcamps.