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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property
Mountain motel with outdoor pool, near Umoona Opal Mine & Museum

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Front of property - evening/night
Spelunking/cave exploring
Bar (on property)
Gift shop
Gift shop
Desert Cave Hotel offers an inviting retreat near Catacomb Church and St Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Relax by the outdoor pool or unwind on the terrace with WiFi access, while exploring nearby attractions like Umoona Opal Mine & Museum.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Fridge
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
The current price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July

Room options

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Standard Room | Living area

Above Ground Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Above Ground Family Triple Room

Above Ground Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Underground Family Triple Room

Underground Family Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Above Ground Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Underground Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723

What's nearby

  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Timers Mine - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Faye's Underground Display Home - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Serbian Orthodox Church - 6 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Coober Pedy, SA (CPD) - 7 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Opal Inn Chinese Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Outback Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • Crystal Cafe
  • ‪Umbertos - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Desert Cave Hotel

Located just 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the airport, Desert Cave Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.

Languages

English, Filipino, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Serbian

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Cave exploring nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Low-height worktop and sink

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Fridge

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of AUD 10 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Outdoor pool

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Also known as

Desert Cave
Desert Cave Coober Pedy
Desert Cave Hotel
Desert Cave Hotel Coober Pedy
Desert Cave Hotel Motel
Desert Cave Hotel Coober Pedy
Desert Cave Hotel Motel Coober Pedy

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Cave Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Desert Cave Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Desert Cave Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Desert Cave Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Desert Cave Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking and electric car charging are available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Desert Cave Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is AUD 10 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Desert Cave Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

What is there to do at Desert Cave Hotel and nearby?

Desert Cave Hotel has an outdoor pool.

What's the area around Desert Cave Hotel like?

Desert Cave Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and 13 minutes' walk from Old Timers Mine.

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Desert Cave Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Cafes
Bar
Breakfast
Restaurant
Clean room
Shower
Bed
Coffee

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay
Natalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to experience living underground
Alastair, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay
Nishani, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very cool under ground hotel room. Definitely a great experience
Michele, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very cool that it is underground. Some sights to check out around town but plan ahead.
Haresh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great to stay
LESLIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice views and lovely rooms. Parking can be a fair distance from some rooms which is an inconvenience for someone with mobility difficulties like myself trying to carry luggage to room.
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, we stayed in one of the cave rooms, the only criticism would be the ammeneties could have been cleaner.
Djengiz, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the underground room. We had hoped to sleep in seperate beds but the bedding was not appropriate for this.
Carley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

We stayed in the underground room - the room was nice, quiet, clean, great shower. The internet was sketchy. Great experience overall.
Nataliya, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, we were in an underground room which was very quiet and cozy.
Jo, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

disappointed

not worth the price. It was pretty basic
Michael, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff and great breakfast menu as well as spacious rooms.
Johann, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place Great room
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ncie and clean room Friendly staff
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our underground stay. The apartment was amazing, clean, neat and well-equipped with all we needed. The staff were helpful and friendly, and we received a free drink and a discount on our meal at their partner restaurant. LOVED every minute and would stay again.
Kellie-Ann, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Worth it

Clean,comfortable bed. Friendly staff. Swim in pool welcome after long dusty drive
Hazel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Tired and shabby
Graeme, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed the underground room we stayed in and breakfast was excellent.
michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good
Nancy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good!
Joery, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great spot
Chris, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall the property was great for an overnight stay. Only negative is the bathroom and guest laundry could have been cleaner.
Ricky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Great stay, nice cafe, will book again next time we're in town.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy check in. Dinner at the sister accommodation was good
Rebecca, 1-night trip