Are there laundry facilities available on-site for guests?
10 November 2024
Yes, there are laundry facilities available at the hotel for guests' convenience.
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Desert Cave Hotel, Coober Pedy
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About the Hotel
Hutchison Street,
Coober Pedy,
Australia,
5723,
South Australia
- Close to Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
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"Wonderful 'underground' room which was very spacious."
"When visiting Cooper Pedy you want to experience a room accomodation that is underground and the Desert Cave Hotel is one of the best."
"Our underground room was spacious and beautiful what a great experience."
Rooms
Desert Cave Hotel offers 50 suites, including 19 underground rooms providing quiet, cool, dark, and airy spaces with high ceilings. Above-ground rooms are available. All rooms include color TVs, hair dryers, ironing facilities, refrigerators, and tea and coffee makers. Additional amenities include air conditioning, heating, desks, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms feature terraces and dining tables. The spacious double rooms provide tea and coffee makers, walk-in showers, and hair dryers. Each unit has one bed. Triple rooms offer similar amenities with two beds per unit. Specific room options include underground rooms with natural sandstone walls and above-ground rooms in a garden setting.
Dining Choices
The Crystal Cafe is open for breakfast, lunch, coffee, and cakes from 7 AM to 2 PM. Desert Cave's restaurant serves modern Aussie cuisine for breakfast and dinner. Guests can relax in the World's only Underground Bar and Gaming Room. The hotel observes responsible service of alcohol and gaming.
Leisure Options
Desert Cave Hotel features an outdoor pool and a games room. Guests have access to a gym. Other recreational opportunities include a nightclub. Transfers to the Ghan, airport and bus depot are available by arrangement.
Location and Access
Located 10 km from Coober Pedy, Desert Cave Hotel is a 2-minute drive from Old Timers Mine and 5 minutes from Coober Pedy Golf Club. Nearby landmarks include the Serbian Orthodox Church (2 km), Josephine's Kangaroo Sanctuary and Art Gallery (1 km), Faye's Underground Home (1 km), and Umoona Opal Mine & Museum (0.5 km). It is a stopover for travelers on the Stuart Highway between Adelaide and Alice Springs or Uluru.
Hotel Services
The hotel provides a range of services, including ample parking, tourist information, and free NBN WiFi. Coin-operated laundry facilities are available. Hotel Guest - Airport transfers for Rex Flight by arrangement. The reception is open from 8 AM to 5 PM. Convention facilities are available for up to 180 delegates, with break-out rooms and an auditorium.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Aboveground
2 persons
42 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
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Double or Twin Room Underground
2 persons
36 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Superior Triple Room
2 persons
42 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Queen Room Balcony
2 persons
42 m²
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Luggage storage
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Game room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Location
Hutchison Street,
Coober Pedy,
Australia,
5723,
South Australia
Map view
Hutchison Street,
Coober Pedy,
Australia,
5723,
South Australia
City landmarks
Museum
Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
610 m
Museum
Faye's Underground Home
1.3
km
Landmark
Old Timers Mine
1.3
km
Landmark
The Big Miner
710 m
Landmark
The Big Winch
1.3
km
Church
Catacomb Church
1.7
km
Landmark
Dog Fence
1.3
km
Landmark
Josephine's Kangaroo Sanctuary and Art Gallery
1.3
km
Church
Serbian Orthodox Church
2.1
km
Landmark
Spaceship from Pitch Black
1.7
km
Church
St Peter & Pauls underground Catholic Church
1.7
km
Landmark
The Opal Cave
610 m
Landmark
Film set: Pitch Black Space Ship
610 m
Landmark
Tom's Working Opal Mine
2.0
km
Mall
Coober Pedy IGA Fresh Foods and Liquor
1.3
km
Landmark
Underground Art Gallery
1.3
km
Landmark
Saints Peter and Paul Church
1.3
km
Landmark
St Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
1.3
km
Church
The Revival Fellowship
1.3
km
Landmark
Spaceship
1.3
km
Landmark
"Welcome to Coober Pedy" Truck on stilts
1.3
km
Landmark
Catacomb Anglican Church
1.7
km
Landmark
Saint Elijah Church
2.1
km
Golf Course
Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club
2.9
km
Landmark
Crocodile Harry's Underground Nest
6.1
km
Nearby
Church
Catholic Church of St Peter & St Paul
130 m
Restaurants
John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant
50 m
Hutchison Street
Roadkill Steakhouse
60 m
Shop 4 / 2 Hutchinson Street Coober Pedy
Opal City Chinese Restaurant
390 m
1 Wright St
Opal Inn Bistro
780 m
Lot 1 Hutchison St
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-21:00
Check-out
from 06:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Chinese, Greek, Serbian, Tagalog / Filipino
Number of rooms:
47
Questions of the users
About Desert Cave Hotel
Is there sufficient parking for large vehicles like an 11-meter truck?
15 December 2024
Yes, there is ample parking available for larger vehicles, including an 11-meter truck.
If I arrive late, can I still check in after midnight?
22 January 2025
Late check-in is possible. Guests arriving after reception hours can collect their keys from the bar, which remains open until midnight.
Are there options for underground accommodations?
5 February 2025
Yes, the hotel offers both underground and aboveground rooms for guests to choose from.
Do you provide foldout beds for additional guests?
18 March 2025
Foldout beds can be arranged upon request to accommodate additional guests.
Can you recommend any 4WD tours in the area, and is there an airport pick-up service?
12 April 2025
Yes, 4WD tours can be booked with Noble Tours or Oasis Tours, and airport pick-up and drop-off services are available.
Is there an airport shuttle, and is it complimentary?
20 May 2025
Yes, the airport shuttle service is free of charge, but guests should book it in advance.
Do the rooms feature microwaves or cooking facilities?
15 June 2025
Unfortunately, there are no microwaves or cooking facilities available in the guest rooms.
Is there a coffee shop or café on the premises where guests can grab a coffee?
10 July 2025
Yes, there is a café on-site where guests can enjoy coffee along with other refreshments.
Is your establishment pet-friendly for small dogs?
25 August 2025
Regrettably, the hotel does not allow pets, including small dogs.
Are the underground rooms accessible for guests with wheelchairs?
30 September 2025
The hotel does not have dedicated wheelchair-accessible rooms, but bathrooms feature walk-in showers, which might be suitable for some guests.
How can I ensure that I book an underground room for my stay?
14 October 2025
To guarantee an underground room, it's recommended to book directly through the hotel or on platforms like Expedia or Booking.com.Next best alternative
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