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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property

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Interior
Potholing/cave exploring
Interior entrance
Gift shop
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723
  • Place, Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St Peter & Paul Catholic Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Timers Mine
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Coober Pedy, SA (CPD)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Above Ground Room | Living area | TV

Above Ground Room

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

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Underground Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Above Ground Family Triple Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Family Triple Room

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

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Underground Family Triple Room | Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Family Triple Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Above Ground Queen Room with Balcony

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

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Minibar, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Underground Queen Room

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

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About this property

Desert Cave Hotel

Mountain motel with free parking, steps from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, conference space and laundry facilities are on-site.
Desert Cave Hotel offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Desert Cave Hotel, you're just a quick walk from TAFE SA Coober Pedy. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a bar are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Grab something to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a business centre, meeting rooms and conference space
  • Steps from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and Catacomb Church
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Desert Cave Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Coober Pedy motel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a full breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Desert Cave Cafe - Lunch – On-site bistro. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Restaurants on site

  • Desert Cave Cafe - Lunch

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business centre
  • 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 lift

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately AUD 30 for adults and from 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Desert Cave Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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. 252 out of 641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 641 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Brekky, comfy bed, great shower, large room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room comfy bed appreciated the complimentary water and coffee voucher . Excellent service we went back to try underground room .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very spacious underground room . I was quite scared but wanted to experience this type of accommodation and didn’t feel claustrophobic as ceilings were very high . Our room was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good all round
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

beverley

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very disappointed in the room. Very old and not presented well. If you can’t get the underground rooms don’t take room 36 or Any in that building, which is directly opposite reception area
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Rowville

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect underground rooms were extremely quiet and spacious. Not having a dinner service was disappointing, but John's Pizza Bar directly across the street was an awesome place to eat & drink. Wanted to swim in the pool but was disappointed with the lack of maintenance and cleaning was a let down. Also we were denied take away cans for our rooms but the locals could easily purchase and leave with beverages. Frequent visits from locals into the carpark and building was unchecked and left us feeling unsafe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the main street. Nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

Karin

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed and bathroom were clean but overall room and balcony were dirty and uninviting. Some powerpoints, remote on air conditioner didnt work. Security chain on door was broken. Room not serviced every day. Bathroom sink stained, no plug. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Underground facilities professional and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giulietta

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

We cannot not praise this hotel enough .. The management were lovely & helpful, house keeping staff were exceptional. Our underground room was spacious and beautiful what a great experience. Wifi connection was awesome, the breakfast that we had on two morning was delicious. Location was fantastic and great parking for our van. We have been on the road for 8 months and I have to say this has been the best stay by far I cannot praise it enough. Thank you for your beautiful hospitality and beautiful room wish we could have stayed longer . Jules & Jim WA
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed overnight - comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Saleena

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very functional
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

FATIMA, SALISBURY NORTH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rahat from the Front Desk was very accommodating. He makes sure that guests are happy by going the extra mile when it comes to special occasions. Our overall stay was amazing. The hotel is beautiful & strategically located. Big clean room with balcony, nice bathroom complete with hair dryer and other amenities, free parking. I highly recommend it to couples and families staying in Coober Pedy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in a underground room was better than expected large room comfortable bed. I would happily stay there again highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Great room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly rate this hotel a must stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Coober Pedy Experience

A good way to experience living underground if only for a short moment. My wife and I both liked the experience. Breakfast was good and the coffee was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025