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The Underground Motel

3.0 star property

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A covered outdoor seating area with rustic stone walls, a swing set, and potted plants.
A garden with a stone wall, various plants, and a clear blue sky.
A cozy living room with a striped sofa, a brick fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A rustic room with a wooden table, two beds, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a fence.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Catacomb Rd, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723
  • Place, Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Umoona Opal Mine & Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Faye's Underground Display Home
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Coober Pedy, SA (CPD)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

A room with a textured stone wall, a bed with a colorful quilt, a wooden desk, and a ceiling fan.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Deluxe Room A

A compact kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a sofa.

Double Deluxe Room A

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Family Suite

A rustic outdoor patio with a stone wall, wooden table and chairs, and potted plants.

Deluxe Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Family Room

A rustic room with a wooden table, two beds, a ceiling fan, and a television.

Standard Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A room with two beds, a wooden door, and a mirror reflecting a bathroom.

Standard Twin Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Deluxe Room B

A compact room with a kitchenette, a bed with a colorful quilt, a ceiling fan, and a small table.

Double Deluxe Room B

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Room

A small, cozy room with a wooden desk, a bed with a striped bedspread, a fan, and a tiled floor.

Basic Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A room with a rustic stone wall, a bed, a desk, and a ceiling fan.

Standard Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Coober Pedy

The Underground Motel places you next to Catacomb Anglican Church and within a 10-minute walk of Coober Pedy Hospital. This 9-room, 3-star motel has free in-room WiFi along with free self parking and a free airport shuttle.
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What's nearby

  • Catacomb Anglican Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Faye's Underground Display Home - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Coober Pedy, SA (CPD) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crystal Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Opal Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Downunder Gallery and Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Italian Club - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Underground Motel

The Underground Motel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available on request). Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include a garden and barbecue grills.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include sitting areas, ceiling fans, and hair dryers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1986
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; 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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available during limited hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Underground Motel Coober Pedy
Underground Motel
Underground Coober Pedy
The Underground Hotel Coober Pedy
Underground Hotel Coober Pedy
The Underground Motel Motel
The Underground Motel Coober Pedy
The Underground Motel Motel Coober Pedy

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Underground Motel?

The Underground Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Underground Motel?

As of Aug 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Underground Motel on Aug 7, 2026 start from $105, 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.

What is there to do around The Underground Motel?

This motel is located in Coober Pedy, a short 10-minute walk from Josephine's Gallery & Kangaroo Orphanage and also 14 minutes on foot from Umoona Opal Mine & Museum. You'll also find Faye's Underground Display Home and Old Timers Mine less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Underground Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Underground Motel include a casino?

No, The Underground Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Underground Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Underground Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor entertainment area and a garden plus some guestrooms include a kitchenette.

Are there hot tubs at The Underground Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Underground Motel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Underground Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Underground Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Underground Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Underground Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to The Underground Motel?

The closest major airport to The Underground Motel is Coober Pedy, SA (CPD), which is 3.8 mi away (9 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Underground Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Underground Motel.

The Underground Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 277 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I always stay there when I pass through it’s clean , quiet friendly staff and great parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guido

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice parking lot with shade The room is just a perfect for someone who wants to try underground ”living“ The kitchen is nice and fridge has plenty of room for everyone
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rajadurai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Helpful and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host, who organised our room earlier, as we'd been on the overnight bus! Great 'cave' room, with good, clean and comfortable beds. Great shower. Use of kitchen. Laundry available. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy and reception was very informative about the area. Amazing experience and would happily stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time here, a great underground hotel, with great atmosphere for a variety of travellers. Owners are friendly and helpful as well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil

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

great stay

great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rohit Kumar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really liked the room and the kitchen provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very very comfortable and everything I needed and will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly - clean - nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan-Gaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience to 'live' underground. Quiet, constant temperature and amenities were terrific.
Bedroom
Kitchen
View from window & front verandah
More views from front verandah
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere and friendly helpfull staff. Close to shops, dinning and tourism attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a unique place to stay and I would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very cosy little Motel with very warm staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking was close and convenient. The host was friendly and informative. The room was clean and well kept. Close to town and shops for convenience. Lovely view from the front.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The managers/owners are lovely and the room was great, with plenty of room and amenities. Great views from the front of the hotel and on top of it too. Loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the cleanest and most unique properties that we've stayed in during our three week trip in Australia.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cosy, clean and comfortable. The only thing missing was a coffee maker for that morning revival,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nichola

Liked: Staff & service
This place was very basic but it did the job.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money accomodation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed twice now. Always extremely clean and we love the guest facilities. The guest kitchen is very handy, and as a family we love the sheltered outdoor space with a cubby house and bbq. Our go to place when staying in Coober Pedy now.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
just a great set up
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Excellent place to stay. Friendly, efficient service. Would recommend this motel to any traveler.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024