Elegant 4 1/2 star accommodation with a personal touch awaits you at The Imperial, a beautifully restored heritage bluestone building (circa 1906) in the heart of Broken Hill where modern facilities sit happily alongside the gentle spirit of an Australia long past. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this family run boutique hotel .. small enough to be personal but large enough to find your own space and privacy.
The Imperial Fine Accommodation
88 Oxide Street Broken Hill New South Wales 2880 Australia
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Testimonial:
"We came for Broken Hill’s history and literally slept in it! The Imperial gave us the perfect mix of location, a grand restoration and great local knowledge."
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The Imperial Fine Accommodation was purchased in February 2005 by the husband and wife team of Bill Balding and Cathy Dyer. Both Bill and Cathy took transfers to work with the Area Health Service in Broken Hill. Bill, who headed up the Public Health Unit, planned a 12 month transfer, but now, 10 years later they call Broken Hill home. Bill is The Imperial's manager, host and cook (and still runs a small Public Health consultancy) while Cathy works for the Aboriginal Medical Service. They have 3 primary aged children, Matilda (Tilly), Aurora (Rory) and Noah.
Accommodation:
Guest Rooms: Six well appointed, en-suite guest bedrooms, featuring queen-size beds, wireless internet access, telephone, television, reverse cycle heating/air-conditioning, bath robes, DVD player, clock/radio, hair dryer, desk, easy chairs and table, closet and bar fridge. Rooms are furnished with antique and period pieces that individualise each room and guests have access to the modern guest kitchen, lounge, full size billiard table in the old 'front bar' and a walled courtyard with heated pool.
Rates from $180 per night, including provisions for a continental and cooked breakfast.
2/3 bedroom Apartment: The Imperial now has a newly renovated apartment suitable for family groups, friends travelling together or for extended stays. The two bedroom apartment has a queen bedroom and a double bedroom, bathroom, lounge room, dining area and kitchenette. Opening directly onto the iconic veranda that wraps around the building, the 3 bedroom option provides an additional queen en suite room. The apartment also includes some games to occupy the children including a play station.
Rates from $250 per night including breakfast. Discounts apply for stays over three days and for long term bookings.
The Imperial has extensive outdoor private gardens including a grape-covered courtyard area with fountain, 14 metre tiled solar heated swimming pool, aromatic rose garden, fruit trees and secluded outdoor seating area.
Things to Do:
View The Big Picture and buy jewellery made from Broken Hill mined silver Choose between a spider and a milkshake at a genuine 1950’s iconic milk bar Study the many outstanding heritage buildings which have been listed by the National Trust. Be intrigued by the use of corrugated iron in the houses around town. Eavesdrop on lessons at the School of the Air Pay a visit to the Royal Flying Doctor base Watch the sun set at the Sculptures or check out the curvature of the earth at Mundi Mundi lookout. Play two up at a local club Go for a camel ride Deliver the mail on the bush mail tour Join a tour around town or into the surrounding areas The list just goes on and on!
Getting Here:
By car, Broken Hill is 1,116km from Sydney, 842km from Melbourne, 1,458km from Brisbane and 511km from Adelaide.
Broken Hill is well serviced by Plane ( Regional Express) and Train (Countrylink and the Indian Pacific).
Once you hit town, The Imperial is north along Oxide Street, three blocks north of the railway line and two blocks from Broken Hill's main shopping strip, Argent Street.
Where to Stay 
The Imperial Fine Accommodation was purchased in February 2005 by the husband and wife team of Bill Balding and Cathy Dyer. Both Bill and Cathy took transfers to work with the Area Health Service in Broken Hill. Bill, who headed up the Public Health Unit, planned a 12 month transfer, but now, 10 years later they call Broken Hill home. Bill is The Imperial's manager, host and cook (and still runs a small Public Health consultancy) while Cathy works for the Aboriginal Medical Service. They have 3 primary aged children, Matilda (Tilly), Aurora (Rory) and Noah.
