Best Western Colonial Motel

The Hawkesbury Region (Richmond & Windsor) is recognized by historians as one of Australia’s third settlements. The first fleet’s priority was to grow their own food to feed the fledging colony and the Hawkesbury’s rich soils, river access and proximity to Sydney Cove provided the perfect conditions for a new settlement.

Discovered via the Hawkesbury River only one year after the first arrived the Region has retained many of its original buildings which create a character and charm throughout the small townships in the area. There are more classified buildings in the Hawkesbury than in the City of Sydney and many date back to the very early 1800’s. Wherever you travel throughout the Region you will find reminders of the very beginning of European settlement including fascinating graveyards, convict relies, old farm sites, churches, and beautiful townships. Our Region provides visitors the perfect opportunity to relive our history and ponder the joys and hardships endured our first settlers all in a friendly country atmosphere so close to Sydney.

All units feature air-conditioning, colour TV, Foxtel channels, tea and coffee making facilities and direct dial telephones. Honeymoon suites available, fully licensed restaurant and breakfast available daily.