Desert Cave Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Mountain motel with restaurant, near Umoona Opal Mine & Museum

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Located just 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from the airport, Desert Cave Hotel offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
The current price is $106
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Above Ground Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, and a table.

Underground Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Above Ground Family Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a phone, and a picture on the wall.

Above Ground Family Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two single beds and one double bed, each with a bedside table and lamp. The room features a textured stone wall and a painting on the left.

Underground Family Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a lamp, and a framed painting on the wall.

Above Ground Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outside through a sliding door.

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Underground Queen Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a chair.

Underground Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 4

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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
  • Catacomb Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Timers Mine - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Outback Bar and Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • Crystal Cafe
  • ‪Opal Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Downunder Gallery and Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - ‬2 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). Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the coffee shop/cafe, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. A snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 50 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

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

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 9:00 AM - 7:00 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

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

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • 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
  • 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 - Dinner - Onsite bistro. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order 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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.

Property class

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.

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).

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

Recommended spots to visit include Umoona Opal Mine & Museum (3-min walk) and St Peter & Paul Catholic Church (3-min walk), along with Catacomb Church (3-min walk) and Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage (7-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near Desert Cave Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Desert Cave Cafe - Dinner.

What's the area around Desert Cave Hotel like?

Desert Cave Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and 7 minutes' walk from Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage.

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Reviews

Desert Cave Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast served was very good and the coffee was great. (9 reviews)
  • Parking was easily accessible and conveniently located immediately adjacent to the room. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great location in Coober Pedy central to everything. Interesting display in the underground section of the hotel, plenty of parking.
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6/10 Good

The location was excellent room was spacious but a littles dated .
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room Great staff Close to shops and dining
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6/10 Good

While the room was clean, the bathroom definitely needs an upgrade/refresh. The bed was like sleeping on rocks, very hard, lumpy and uncomfortable. Staff were friendly and helpful.
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8/10 Very good

I have stayed at a few hotels in town now and this was the best to date. Clean (dated - BUT they all are) and centrally located. Beds were good, bathroom again dated but clean. The night we stayed it was quite. Bar was clean and modern. Parking unsecure but we parked outside our room. I would stay here again over the others I have tried.
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Brekky, comfy bed, great shower, large room
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Lovely staff and great breakfast menu as well as spacious rooms.
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The underground rooms are really good value. It’s unique and big enough. Bathroom could be updated but not really a problem. The breakfast menu was great
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, we were in an underground room which was very quiet and cozy.
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8/10 Very good

Spacious room comfy bed appreciated the complimentary water and coffee voucher . Excellent service we went back to try underground room .
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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.
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8/10 Very good

I liked the location opposite takeaway food shops.the motel had a bar and pokies
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6/10 Good

Nice underground museum Good location Old dirty rundown room Generally a average stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and clean rooms
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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.
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8/10 Very good

Very clean and quiet
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean and comfortable hotel

I didn’t have any meals at hotel as the restaurant was not open for dinner. The underground room was an experience but I preferred the light of the above ground rooms. Easy location to reach shops and other restaurants. I’d recommend this this hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

Ncie and clean room Friendly staff
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6/10 Good

The room was motel style with a door directly to the outside. The bed was nice, clean and comfortable. Other than that the room was two stars. Not clean, big stains on the carpet and a really disgusting sink bowl. The staff was friendly.
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8/10 Very good

Enjoyable central location. Advertised a restaurant but it has been closed for quite some time.
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8/10 Very good

Great room
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were friendly and helpful 😀
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10/10 Exceptional

Room clean and amenities good
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10/10 Exceptional

Underground facilities professional and helpful staff
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8/10 Very good

Staff were friendly and helpful! The rooms were neat and comfortable. The only downside was that the WiFi was a bit unreliable and would occasionally drop out.