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Desert Cave Hotel

3.5 star property
Travelers find a refreshing escape at this welcoming motel, where the outdoor pool beckons and the café serves up perfect cups of coffee in a homey atmosphere

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Desert Cave Hotel provides a comfortable base near Catacomb Church and St Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Guests can enjoy the outdoor pool or relax with WiFi on the terrace. The Umoona Opal Mine & Museum sits nearby, making this an ideal spot for local exploration.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is €102
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
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About this property

Desert Cave Hotel

  • Motel near Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
  • Located close to Catacomb Church and St Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Desert Cave Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Desert Cave Cafe - Dinner, the on-site bistro. In addition to a bar and a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
    • Multilingual staff, meeting rooms and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All 50 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks such as minibars.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Fridges, electric kettles and desks

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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

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

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Desert Cave Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Cave Hotel?

As of 24 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Cave Hotel on 27 May 2026 start from €102, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Desert Cave Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Cave Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Desert Cave Hotel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Desert Cave Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of AUD 10 per person applies.

Where is Desert Cave Hotel located?

Situated in the mountains, this motel is steps away from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and Catacomb Church. St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 653 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 653 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 653 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 653 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 653 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room Great staff Close to shops and dining
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and great breakfast menu as well as spacious rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian and June

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location opposite takeaway food shops.the motel had a bar and pokies
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice underground museum Good location Old dirty rundown room Generally a average stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Great place to stay, we were in an underground room which was very quiet and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyall

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

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable central location. Advertised a restaurant but it has been closed for quite some time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Poojita

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ncie and clean room Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Above ground room, with a king size bed. Room was spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele

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

8/10 Good

Graeme

Great room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tyrone

Liked: Staff & service
Looks good from the outside inside could do with an update but was okay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful 😀
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and amenities good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Giulietta

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