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Boab Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Derby with an outdoor pool and a restaurant

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Exterior
Front of property
Lounge
Outdoor pool
Laundry room

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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98 Loch St, Derby, WA, 6728
  • Place, Old Derby Gaol
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Norval Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Galvans Gorge
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Derby, WA (DRB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Twin Room | Desk, free cribs/infant beds, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Derby

Boab Inn places you within a leisurely stroll of Old Derby Gaol and Kimberley School of the Air. This 30-room motel has conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Old Derby Gaol - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kimberley School of the Air - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Norval Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Galvans Gorge - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Derby Race Course - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Derby, WA (DRB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Derby Boab Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Spinifex Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪King Sound Resort Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Derby Kebabs - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪HighTide Cafe - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Boab Inn

Motel in Derby with an outdoor pool and a restaurant
Guests of Boab Inn enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and express check-out. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a banquet hall, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find 24-inch TVs with cable channels. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and free tea bags/instant coffee. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: AUD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Tuesday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per day
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per day
  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Boab Inn Motel
Boab Inn Derby
Boab Inn Motel Derby

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Boab Inn?

Boab Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Boab Inn?

This motel is located in Derby, a short 14-minute walk from Norval Gallery and also 18 minutes on foot from Galvans Gorge. You'll also find Derby Race Course and Old Derby Gaol less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Boab Inn?

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

Does Boab Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Boab Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Boab Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:30 PM.

Is Boab Inn a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this motel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Boab Inn?

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

Does Boab Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Boab Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Boab Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Boab Inn though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Boab Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Boab Inn?

The closest major airport to Boab Inn is Derby, WA (DRB), which is 5.3 mi away (8 minutes by car). Another top airport is Derby, WA (DCN-RAAF Curtin), which is located 25.2 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Boab Inn?

No, at Boab Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Boab Inn Reviews

6.2

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Alex

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms at this property. The property is very old and requires repairs; holes in walls, peeling paint, broken tiles, broken bathroom fixtures. Blood on the wall in one room. Beds old and not in great condition. Shower drain blocked in one of our two rooms. Bedding and linen clean and fresh. Water was hot. Very limited options in Derby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are old, but clean and very helpful staff. My only complaint is the lack of working dryers and washing machines.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best accommodation in Derby
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The drains were blocked in the bathroom. The floor was dirty. The pool did not look swimmable so didn’t risk it. We will not be staying here again. We don’t usually care to much for where we stay, not much bothers us but definitely won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t get access to property. Had to ring 7 times and ultimately jumped the fence and spoke with another resident to find the manager. Accommodation air cons not on so rooms hot for a long time. White ants in the skirting boards and pool green
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
I booked 2 rooms on Wednesday 25 September for my husband and me and the second room for an 83 year old gentleman. We were taking him to Derby to visit his old mate who is in a nursing. When we went to pick him up, he was ill and couldn’t go. When we got to Derby, we went immediately to the Boab Inn and explained the situation- they would not give us a refund or even move the booking to a different date. I was told to contact Hotel.com which I did. They said they would contact the owners and get back to me. I have heart nothing- needless to say we are pensioners and can’t afford to throw money away. There was no empathy or compassion! I am extremely disappointed with Hotel.com and the Boab Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Leanne

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No working TV in the room as advertised. We moved room but still the TV was not working. Rooms were in need of maintenance. Reception was quite difficult to get hold of. Would not stay there again or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is old but clean and tidy flood damaged skirting boards? Could use some chairs in the room st save sitting on the bed to have a cup of coffee
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yusuf

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its like sleeping in a garage shed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good secure parking,. Old but clean rooms. We were well looked after by all staff members. Microwave oven would of been good as lacking in cooking facilities. We stayed 9 nights whilst waiting for caravan repairs. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Times in website not updated and staff unhelpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hongjie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A manager who was not there when you needed him. there was no hot water and was told the whole block did not have any why would you still be renting rooms in this situation two phone numbers were given one was an emergancy number both went to mail boxes . Reception was supposed to be open 7am till 10pm manager finally arrived after 12 noon as for the pool non excestant I didn'tsee one.The front door of the unit was rotten at the bottom and the vinyl was lifting the courtyard was ripped up and had to drive around a large hole. This was a total disaster I would not recommend to my worst enemy. Please take this establishment off your books. There is no minus stars to give. There should be. In my opinion it doses not meet minimum standards for any accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vikki

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Neville

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Septu

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was rude and very poor people skills. Absolute terrible manager
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

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