3.5-star Lightning Ridge motel steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust
This smoke-free motel features an outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and barbecue grills.
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offers 50 accommodations. This Lightning Ridge motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park features an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests (available 24 hours). Onsite self parking is complimentary.
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is a smoke-free property.
Property amenities
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
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Playground
Family friendly
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
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
Early check-in fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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
Reviews
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 844 reviews
10 - Excellent
254
Rating 8 - Good. 360 out of 844 reviews
8 - Good
360
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 844 reviews
6 - Okay
166
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 844 reviews
4 - Poor
43
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 844 reviews
2 - Terrible
21
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Christopher
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Christopher
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Patricia
Sep 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed before.
Had all we required for an overnight stay.
Lovely rustic cabins close to all that Lightning Ridge has to offer.
Elaine
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Geoffrey
Traveled with partner
Aug 28, 2025
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.
The room is badly in need of renovation. Wardrobe door was hanging off as were some of the curtains which were a bit dirty. The carpet was very grotty. Altogether not a pleasant room to stay in. However, it appeared clean, the bed was comfortable and the shower was clean and efficient. The price was a bit much for the condition of the room.
Property was a touch "dated" BUT that is understandable being the original part of town. Staff were very helpful & attentive. Hayley in particular was most helpful.
Rooms were big, bed was a King & very comfortable. Facilities all functioned well. Hot water was excellent.
Location to town & LRBC was great. Room was quiet & well double brick insulated. complaints !No
Bruce
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Marilyn
Traveled with partner
Aug 1, 2025
Lighting terrible, no chairs or table, tv way too small