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Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

Property class: 3.5

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A rustic interior with wooden walls and a large painting of a desert landscape.
A wooden interior with a kitchenette, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A bedroom with a brick wall, a painting, a bedside lamp, a quilted bedspread, and a window with curtains.
A swimming pool with a clear blue sky, surrounded by trees and a few structures.
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Onyx Street, Lightning Ridge, NSW, 2834
  • Place, Australian Opal Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooper's Cottage
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)

A room with two beds, a brick wall, a painting, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a plant, and a painting on the brick wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(74 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Lightning Ridge

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park places you next to Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Australian Opal Centre. This 50-room, 3.5-star motel has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Australian Opal Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cooper's Cottage - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bottle House Mining Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Busy Bee Cafe and Catering - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bruno's Pizza Italian Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Morilla's Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Yook's Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ridge Bakehouse - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

Guests of Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, as well as a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free motel also has barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves are also available.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 50
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 50

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • 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

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort Caravan Park
Outback Resort Caravan Park
Lightning Ridge Outback Caravan Park
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Motel
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Lightning Ridge

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park on Nov 2, 2026 start from $112, 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 Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

Guests positively rate the motel's walkable location in Lightning Ridge, just steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust and Australian Opal Centre, and within a short walk of Cooper's Cottage. You'll also find Bottle House Mining Museum and Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. An electric car charging station is also available for guests.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like an outdoor pool and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a hot tub?

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

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park though service animals are welcome.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this motel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

The closest major airport to Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG), which is 2.4 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park that offer a balcony.

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 916 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 916 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 916 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 916 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 916 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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good clean room friendly staff ease to shopping centre 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay and great location for looking around Lightning Redge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Easy and convenient to get to.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff Clean room spacious. - good food
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so friendly and explained everything well. Very quiet and had a great nights sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We were there for 2 nights and it was exactly what we expected. Comfortable room. Dated decor but all you need. The bed was good/average but otherwise central to the Bowlo main pub in town for a meal. Has a pub attached to accomm also which did food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, quiet and clean. Appreciated the car wash bay 😊 Staff at reception were very friendly. Unfortunately the restaurant weren’t open the 2 nights we were there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice clean and spacious room. A nice spot outside to sit and enjoy a cup of tea. Ground floor units with car spot in front. The bed was comfortable. A great location near a hotel and bistro. Located just off the highway.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Overall great place to stay..Room was tired and could do with a Reno but it is Lightning ridge and the staff were excellent 👍
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a really nice and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Close to pub
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The walls are very thin and you can hear your neighbour's conversation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very comfortable and the staff are lovely. We had everything we needed and the park is perfectly located to take in the sites at LR.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to most things, restaurant and pub were great, room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Location was good and the staff were nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay 👌 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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8/10 Good

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Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Motel in a great location to everything in LR
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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

good place to stay

comfy bed, good water pressure in the shower, very friendly and helpful reception
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, handy having Bistro on site
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was comfortable and reception staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025