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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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Gift shop
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Spelunking/cave exploring
Bar (on property)
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

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
The current price is CNY711
CNY782 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

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Above Ground Room | Living area | TV

Above Ground Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Underground Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Above Ground Family Triple Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Underground Family Triple Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Family Triple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

  • ‪John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Opal Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Outback Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Umberto's Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tom and Mary's Greek Taverna - ‬3 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
DONE

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 onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

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 center
  • 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 counter/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
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

Special features

Dining

Desert Cave Cafe - Lunch - Onsite bistro. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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 to 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 RV/bus/truck parking and electric vehicle charging are available.

Is 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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Service staff
Cafes
Restaurant
Breakfast
Bar
Shower
Coffee
Bed
Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was delicious and the coffee was excellent. (4 reviews)
  • Onsite parking for cars and caravans was a convenient and appreciated feature. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay
Natalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The bestest underground hotel in the world
kuan-chun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice little spot
andrew, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Coober Pedy Experience

A good way to experience living underground if only for a short moment. My wife and I both liked the experience. Breakfast was good and the coffee was excellent.
Ian, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

I liked the location opposite takeaway food shops.the motel had a bar and pokies
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The ability to park our car & caravan onsite was a big plus. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The property's appearance was far better than any other hotel/motel we saw in town.
Ian and June, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice underground museum Good location Old dirty rundown room Generally a average stay
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional

We cannot not praise this hotel enough .. The management were lovely & helpful, house keeping staff were exceptional. Our underground room was spacious and beautiful what a great experience. Wifi connection was awesome, the breakfast that we had on two morning was delicious. Location was fantastic and great parking for our van. We have been on the road for 8 months and I have to say this has been the best stay by far I cannot praise it enough. Thank you for your beautiful hospitality and beautiful room wish we could have stayed longer . Jules & Jim WA
Giulietta, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Liked this place . Very clean very spacious room and bathroom. The pool was tucked in an awkward spot but the hotel was located in a great spot. An enjoyable stay.
james, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great stay
Nishani, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great to stay
LESLIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Return stay
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very good

A unique, enjoyable stay. Bed was quite hard/uncomfortable, otherwise great stay.
Brooke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel
Li, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Looks good from the outside inside could do with an update but was okay
Tyrone, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place Great room
Jason, 1-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

10/10 Exceptional

All good!
Joery, 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

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

All good.
Joery, 1-night trip