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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Umoona Opal Mine & Museum

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Underground Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Reception hall
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

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Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723
  • Popular LocationUmoona Opal Mine & Museum3 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt Peter & Paul Catholic Church3 min walk
  • Popular LocationFaye's Underground Display Home3 min drive
  • AirportCoober Pedy, SA (CPD)6 min drive

Room options

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Above Ground Room | Living area | TV

Above Ground Room

8.7/10 Excellent
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Above Ground Family Triple Room

  • 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

8.6/10 Very Good
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Queen Room

10/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Underground Room

7.2/10 Good
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Coober Pedy

In Coober Pedy .Steps from the motel, you'll find Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and Catacomb Church. St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum - 3 min walk
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 3 min walk
  • Old Timers Mine - 13 min walk
  • Faye's Underground Display Home - 3 min drive
  • Serbian Orthodox Church - 5 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Outback Bar & Grill - 8 min walk
  • John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Opal Inn Chinese Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • Umbertos - 1 min walk
  • Waffles & Gems - 2 min walk

About this property

Desert Cave Hotel

3.5-star motel near Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Desert Cave Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Coober Pedy motel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Desert Cave Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars.

Languages

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

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 10 per person (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is 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

How close is Desert Cave Hotel to the airport?

Desert Cave Hotel is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) away from the Coober Pedy, SA (CPD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Cave Hotel?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Cave Hotel on May 25, 2024 start from $100.92, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Desert Cave Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Desert Cave Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of AUD 10 per person, one-way.

Does Desert Cave Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Desert Cave Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 30 for adults and AUD 30 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Desert Cave Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Desert Cave Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Desert Cave Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Desert Cave Hotel have a pool?

Desert Cave Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Desert Cave Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Desert Cave Hotel to downtown Coober Pedy?

Desert Cave Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Coober Pedy.

Desert Cave Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 469 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 179 out of 469 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 469 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 469 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 469 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xia

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived an hour after reception closed at 5 pm . Too early to close for a start . The price paid was way too much for what we got and service . The barman just shrugged his shoulders when we needed assistance as reception was closed and we had to pick our key up from bar . Room fridge stunk , no pool towels could be provided , no remote for tv , no hot water , shower recess was filthy and under beds and behind furniture was filthy . When you have been travelling all day with kids you just want a hot shower and a tv that works and a clean room . I would like a refund
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy meal options at the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Hitesh

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great experience staying underground a clean room and comfortable bed and close to all activities. Only suggestion would be pool should be open later due to hot condition and after a long drive it would have been fantastic 😀
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Conveniently located in the center of town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brendan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
It was quite unique being in the underground room, definitely worth the visit however the bathroom was a little mouldy 😬
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023