Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust

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Restaurant
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Onyx Street, Lightning Ridge, NSW, 2834
  • Place, Australian Opal Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooper's Cottage
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(66 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lightning Ridge

In Lightning Ridge .With a stay at this Lightning Ridge motel, you'll be steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust and Australian Opal Centre. Cooper's Cottage and John Murray Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Australian Opal Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cooper's Cottage - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Artesian Baths - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruno's Pizza Italian Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ridge Bakehouse - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Stardust Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nobby's Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

3.5-star motel near Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust
As a guest of Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Lightning Ridge motel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offers 50 accommodations. This Lightning Ridge motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort Caravan Park
Outback Resort Caravan Park
Lightning Ridge Outback Caravan Park
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Motel
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Lightning Ridge

Frequently asked questions

How close is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park to the airport?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is 2.4 mi (7-min drive) away from the Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

As of Jan 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park on Jan 2, 2026 start from $99.49, 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 Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have an airport shuttle?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offer free breakfast?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in costs AUD 50 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a pool?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park features an outdoor pool.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park to downtown Lightning Ridge?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is 6.8 mi away from Lightning Ridge.

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 256 out of 849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 363 out of 849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 849 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Eyvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
happy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mat

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location to pub and bowling club, Fan needed a good clean Air conditioner worked well. Spare pillows in the room would be helpful Lady at reception was lovely and welcoming We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Lightning Ridge.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

GRAHAM

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. good room, facilities etc. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was right in town for easy walking to restaurant's. Room very outdated and dark, had to wash all cutlery and crockery.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was tired, needs some maintenance. Bugs dropping from near aircon above bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverleyt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room Staff were fabulous
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joan

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good n what we expected Except the barking dog in the room next door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to most things, restaurant and pub were great, room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with partner
Close to everything.. very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Olga

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is quite good but it is so far removed from a ''resort'' that it's not funny! Very old and outdated and we could hardly wait to leave. Had two nights there which was two nights too many.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good place to stay

comfy bed, good water pressure in the shower, very friendly and helpful reception
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Room was clean, but vey outdated, Needs a bit of TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic helpful staff love having everything in one place .. fantasic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Phillip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
An authentic outback mining town experience with some magic curiosities and an outstanding experience in the hot springs pool over sunset and moon rise. The First Shaft lookout is not to be missed and Stanley the Emu is just fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We jagged a last room queen with single bed. $333 which it’s a nice big room basic yet clean and comfy. Staff were friendly, reception had a little shop and bottlo attached. Quick walk to the big open bar which was great we had dinner both nights. Food was great hubby loved thr Parma! Close to 3 pubs we would stay again thanks team!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed before. Had all we required for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Martin Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
could do with a bit of updating but was pleasant enough. bed was too hard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elaine

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rustic cabins close to all that Lightning Ridge has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a reasonable night's sleep in a comfy bed & a hot shower which meets the basic needs in a remote place. Resort is a misnoma. Rooms & public areas could do with a refresh. Rooms & grounds are spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I wouldn’t call the room deluxe but it was clean, comfortable and quiet with lots of space around.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025