Dubbo Rhino Lodge

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo

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Stunning building with symmetrical design and prominent triangular structures, set amidst well-maintained hedges and a paved entrance.
Enjoy a casual dining experience in this rustic space with a high ceiling, pendant lights, and a brick wall.
Swimmers can enjoy the pool surrounded by lounge chairs and a secure fence.
Cozy dining area with a long table and comfortable seating for six, surrounded by natural beauty.
Accommodations and event spaces available at Dubbo Rhino Lodge.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
14L Camp Road, Dubbo, NSW, 2830
  • Taronga Western Plains Zoo
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Dubbo Observatory
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Lazy River Estate
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Dubbo, NSW (DBO)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

Family Tent

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Tent, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Dubbo

Dubbo Rhino Lodge places you next to Taronga Western Plains Zoo and within a 10-minute walk of Dubbo Observatory. This 15-room, 3.5-star lodge has a restaurant along with conveniences like free self parking and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Taronga Western Plains Zoo - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dubbo Observatory - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Dubbo Showground - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Orana Mall - 11 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Lazy River Estate - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Dubbo Station - 10 min drive
  • Dubbo, NSW (DBO) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Dubbo Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Milestone Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hog's Breath Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Dubbo Rhino Lodge

Lodge with free parking, steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo Rhino Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills.
44-cm LCD TVs offer entertainment. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Furnished patios, refrigerators, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 18 for adults and AUD 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Firewood Pizza Bar

Things to do

  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 44-cm LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: AUD 80.00 per stay

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 9 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from October to April.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Dubbo Rhino Lodge Lodge
Dubbo Rhino Lodge Dubbo
Dubbo Rhino Lodge Lodge Dubbo

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

Dubbo Rhino Lodge provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

Located steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo, this lodge is in Dubbo, and within a 10-minute walk of Dubbo Observatory and Red Earth Estate. You'll also find Lazy River Estate and Dubbo Showground nearby.

Will I be able to park at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the lodge. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge have a casino?

No, Dubbo Rhino Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from October until April.

What do couples enjoy most about Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

Couples staying at this lodge will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and a rainfall showerhead as well as a bar.

Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this lodge.

Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dubbo Rhino Lodge serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Firewood Pizza Bar.

Will Dubbo Rhino Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dubbo Rhino Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.

Where is the closest airport to Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

The closest major airport to Dubbo Rhino Lodge is Dubbo, NSW (DBO), which is 7.4 mi away (12 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?

Yes, every guestroom at Dubbo Rhino Lodge comes with a furnished patio with some featuring garden views.

Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge offer wedding services?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Dubbo Rhino Lodge if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Dubbo Rhino Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic accommodation- very comfortable. We especially loved the dining / restaurant. Chief and staff were lovely, friendly and food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kristopher

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

Great short stay

Great experience staying in a tent, maybe only good for a night or two
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with family tent. Great atmosphere for families. Kids loved pool and play area. Close to Zoo which is why we choose it. Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this place as a quiet retreat from life! Staff were incredible from check in to check out!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

This place is the Bees Knees

Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

janice

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Dining fantastic food and great staff on both saturday night dining and sunday breakfast. Would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carina

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

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable rooms and great bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Rhino lodge with our 6 year old and 3 year old and it was the perfect base to explore the Zoo and Dubbo region. The kids loved the novelty of sleeping in a tent and we parents didn’t need to sacrifice any creature comforts! The check in process was easy, and tent was set up thoughtfully with two single level beds for the kids (rather than bunk set up) when we arrived. A small fridge had biccies, milk and supplies to make a cuppa and sit on the deck after we unpacked. The onsite pool, kids play equipment and restaurant/bar were just what we needed for easy dining after a day out sightseeing and offered a decent selection of food options to keep everyone satisfied. It was lovely to fall asleep to sound of frogs and wildlife at night, however if noise from neighbouring tents is an issue for you suggest packing some ear plugs. Overall, we really enjoyed our glamping experience and would recommend this place highly for families looking for a unique country experience!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine, Bilgola Plateau

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jiyeon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
everything was very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay if visiting the Western Plains Zoo, or the Dubbo area in general. Great facilities for couples or families alike.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is quirky, fun and feels adventurous in a way. A great place to stay for A bit of fun with the family, located recently close to the zoo.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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

8/10 Good

Ellena

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sailor

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

chris and tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very hard not comfortable and the tourch supplied did not work and no table or chairs in the room plus but was very high to get into great meals and great prices for the meals but little bit slow getting some of our meals out and mixed up in a couple of orders
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mollee

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the zoo and observatory place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Tent accomodation was very unique to stay in. We felt like we were camping, without all the hassles of erecting your own tent! This is camping in style with luxury. The 'Camp site' was exceptionally convenient for visiting the Zoo. We did find it a little noisy when the wind came up with the flapping of the tent sides. Also there are very little areas to store anything on benches etc. However overall a very enjoyable visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024