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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property

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Enter the Desert Cave Hotel through its prominent entrance, marked by a clear sign and simple door.
Cozy space with a rustic ambiance, featuring a TV, dining area, and comfortable seating.
Relax in this cozy space with a glass-top pool table, framed artwork, and a mounted TV.
Explore ancient history through a series of informative displays along a narrow corridor.
Unique rock wall creates a natural backdrop for a cozy space with metal shelving and a glass display case.

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723
  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Faye's Underground Display Home
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Coober Pedy, SA (CPD)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Above Ground Room | Living area | TV

Above Ground Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

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

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Above Ground Family Triple Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Above Ground Family Triple Room

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

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Underground Family Triple Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Family Triple Room

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Queen Room

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Above Ground Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Underground Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Underground Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • 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
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
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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 598 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 598 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 598 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 598 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 598 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

4/10 Poor

George

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not clean an the door appeared damaged an was unable to be locked properly. The bathroom was not clean and had hair left behind. I complained and was given another room which had a smell of sewerage and was still not cleaned properly but at least the door locked properly. I do not recommend this place which looks great on the outside but terrible on the inside.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tishampati

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and great rooms. Pool was a bit dirty on the first day. Usable on the second. Overall very good for Coober Peedy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Annette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
he building's desert-themed architecture blended seamlessly with its surroundings, but the rooms were oppressively hot, featuring only a small wall fan for cooling, and the bed was as hard as the wall stone. The night felt interminable, spent tossing and turning in search of comfort, as the outdated mattress clearly needed replacement. While the reception staff and check-in process were commendable, I certainly wouldn't choose to stay there again. We were looking forward to our 'underground experience' but was sadly disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
It was OK - but not great. It felt run down and not particularly clean - dust/dead insect in the corners. Top cover on bed felt too soft to have been clean - or if it was, it needs to be thrown out.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie

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

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to experience living underground
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Return stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Carley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the underground room. We had hoped to sleep in seperate beds but the bedding was not appropriate for this.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice views and lovely rooms. Parking can be a fair distance from some rooms which is an inconvenience for someone with mobility difficulties like myself trying to carry luggage to room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Tired and shabby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Haresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cool that it is underground. Some sights to check out around town but plan ahead.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rick

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool under ground hotel room. Definitely a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brooke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A unique, enjoyable stay. Bed was quite hard/uncomfortable, otherwise great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Virendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Sunbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Sunbury

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

kaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025