At The Underground Motel, you can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle and unwind in the garden or playground. Connect to WiFi, take advantage of luggage storage and barbecue grills while enjoying the outdoor entertainment area. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Faye's Underground Display Home - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Serbian Orthodox Church - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
Getting around
Coober Pedy, SA (CPD) - 9 min drive
Free airport shuttle
Restaurants
John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - 16 min walk
Opal Inn - 2 min drive
Outback Bar and Grill - 3 min drive
Umberto's Restaurant - 17 min walk
Tom and Mary's Greek Taverna - 19 min walk
About this property
The Underground Motel
Located just 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from the airport, The Underground Motel offers a free shuttle (available on request). Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 17
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; 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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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 17
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Free airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Gas grills
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1986
Garden
Outdoor entertainment area
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
National rating
This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.
Also known as
Underground Motel Coober Pedy
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Underground Coober Pedy
The Underground Hotel Coober Pedy
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Underground Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Underground Motel 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 The Underground Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Underground Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Underground Motel?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Underground Motel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Underground Motel and nearby?
The Underground Motel has a garden.
What's the area around The Underground Motel like?
The Underground Motel is a short 12-minute walk from Old Timers Mine and 14 minutes' walk from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum.
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The Underground Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Service staff
Bed
Quiet - room
View
Towns
Kitchen
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2025
just a great set up
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
We have stayed twice now. Always extremely clean and we love the guest facilities. The guest kitchen is very handy, and as a family we love the sheltered outdoor space with a cubby house and bbq. Our go to place when staying in Coober Pedy now.
Tamara
Tamara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Interessantes und angenehmes Höhlendasein
Sehr freundliche Gastgeber, Gemeinschaftsküche mit allem was man braucht, Kochherd, Mikrowelle, Geschirr, etc. Die Zimmer liegen ebenerdig im Hügel drin. Vermittelt ein gutes Gefühl, wie 70% der Einwohner von Coober Pedy leben.
Joachim
Joachim, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
Really liked the room and the kitchen provided.
Rohit Kumar
Rohit Kumar, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 27, 2025
This place was very basic but it did the job.
Nichola
Nichola, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
It was very very comfortable and everything I needed and will stay again
Pam
Pam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2025
I love the privacy of it and a small kitchen that caters for our use . It is very quiet and personal and the staff is very friendly and heloful
Pam
Pam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2025
This is a must for travelers stopping at Coober Pedy. It’s very unique, clean and has astounding view of the night sky in the evening. It offers parking as well for those who have cars.
maria ricci
maria ricci, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2025
This was one of the cleanest and most unique properties that we've stayed in during our three week trip in Australia.
Kathryn
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2025
Great place with excellent staff. A unique experience.
Dick
Dick, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 5, 2024
A very cosy little Motel with very warm staff.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 21, 2025
Room 9
Bed Dredfull
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2023
Great place to stay
Carolyn
Carolyn, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2025
The fact that you are sleeping underground is special
georgia
georgia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Great atmosphere and friendly helpfull staff. Close to shops, dinning and tourism attractions.
William Keith
William Keith, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2024
This is a unique place to stay and I would happily stay again
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2022
great stay
great stay
Phil
Phil, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2025
Great accommodation, very friendly staff. All was very clean, shower floor very slippery
Sonia
Sonia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2025
Loved the whole experience of underground place was comfortable & clean
Renee
Renee, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2022
Friendly - clean - nice place to stay.
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 2, 2024
The managers/owners are lovely and the room was great, with plenty of room and amenities. Great views from the front of the hotel and on top of it too. Loved our stay
Louise
Louise, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 18, 2025
Certainly very interesting but the bed was horrible
Helen
Helen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 2, 2025
very friendly staff. though “underground”, the lights in the hall was a little bright as the curtains are not black out curtains. would definitely recommend!!
Judy
Judy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2024
Excellent place to stay.
Friendly, efficient service.
Would recommend this motel to any traveler.