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Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • 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, Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooper's Cottage
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)

Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen)

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen)

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

About the area

Lightning Ridge

In Lightning Ridge .Your stay at this motel will put you steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust and a 5-minute walk from Australian Opal Centre. Cooper's Cottage and John Murray Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Australian Opal Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cooper's Cottage - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Artesian Baths - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park

3.5-star motel near Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust
As a guest of Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park, you'll find an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Lightning Ridge motel is smoke free.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offers 50 accommodations. This Lightning Ridge motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets 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
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Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

How close is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park to the airport?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is 2.4 mi (10-min drive) away from the Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $145, excluding 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.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have an airport shuttle?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park offer free breakfast?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in costs AUD 50 (subject to availability).

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

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a pool?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park features an outdoor pool.

Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park to downtown Lightning Ridge?

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park is 6.8 mi away from Lightning Ridge.

Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 266 out of 868 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 368 out of 868 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 868 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 868 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 868 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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8/10 Good

Jessica

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

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

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

Charlie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was comfortable and reception staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience of staying there was great cleanliness, staff, amenities and the pool wat a relief only hiccup was the potential snake presence so they shifted rooms for us so no problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Funky motel with 70ies decor, just to get you into the right mood for blue sky mining of a by-gone time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen

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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8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pub
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dave

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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10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The airconditioning was great, it even had a fan, which was valuable to us with such hot weather. The room was fine, shower was good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
was easy and all facilities worked fine
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Staff friendly Air con fantastic Bar is good
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. good room, facilities etc. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Great location Close to Main Street and all facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, close to visitor information centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely rustic cabins close to all that Lightning Ridge has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garry

Close to everything.. very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Hannie

Very relaxed, friendly and attractive place with camping and hotel rooms pleasantly dotted with bougainvillea.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

The girl in the office was sensational
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay 👌 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025