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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Reception hall
Underground Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Hiking
Spelunking/cave exploring

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Old Timers Mine
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Faye's Underground Display Home
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Coober Pedy, SA (CPD)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Above Ground Room | Living area | TV

Above Ground Room

  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Queen Room

  • 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

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Desert Cave Hotel

3.5-star Coober Pedy motel steps from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a business center, and conference space.
Desert Cave Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The motel offers a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms.

Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly motel also offers an outdoor pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station.

Desert Cave Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Languages

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

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

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

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 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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Desert Cave Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 544 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 200 out of 544 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 544 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 544 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 544 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Alana

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For $199 per night I would have expected another standard of accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Desert Cave is a casino-based hotel. It is on the main strip but walking in the heat is challenging. The staff were efficient and the hotel quiet. When we were there dining options were limited with no lunch or dinner. John's Pizza Bar and Restaurant are close and it's an interesting cog in this small town. And given the size and facilities in the town, Desert Cave is a good place to stay.

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with family
Great room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious, very clean with good quality mattress, pillows and manchester. Bathroom was "retro" but very clean with ample complimentary bath products. Took a little while for hot water to come through, but when it did it, it had good water pressure and was easily adjustable to preferred temperature. Car parking immediately adjacent to room. Will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place Great room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ncie and clean room Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
l
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nishani

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles H, Miami Beach

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My fault, chose underground room, very depressing, vents were filthy and carpet a bit less so
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

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

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in. Dinner at the sister accommodation was good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great aspect
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

frank

Not coming back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

VICKI

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stefan, Darwin

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'll avoid it in my travels. Dirty (hair in the coffee cup was a nice touch...), unfriendly; happy to leave fast that place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ricky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the property was great for an overnight stay. Only negative is the bathroom and guest laundry could have been cleaner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel and Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good experience to sleep in the underground room, dark and quiet. The restaurant served us a nice breakfast. We also enjoyed the underground display explaining the area, the history and of course opals.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The underground rooms are very unique and memorable. Worth the cost to @tay in this cave like environment.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Amenities
Nice quiet location, big rooms, busy car park. Underground and above ground rooms available
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024