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## Check availability on Lake Eyre Basin Historic Hotels

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## Recommended hotels in Lake Eyre Basin

![Luxury Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79900000/79898700/79898687/b411024e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79900000/79898700/79898687/07412bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79900000/79898700/79898687/59efc994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Tent](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79900000/79898700/79898687/b2a33ff7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mitchell Grass Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Ilfracombe-Hotels-Mitchell-Grass-Retreat.h79898687.Hotel-Information)

Longreach

9.8/10

Exceptional

(18 reviews)

"Great spot for our family, kids loved the pool and the swags"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kirsty

CA $204

CA $228 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Ilfracombe-Hotels-Mitchell-Grass-Retreat.h79898687.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Apartment, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096900/91096883/a56cc15d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Apartment, Private Bathroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096900/91096883/7208c23e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Apartment, Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096900/91096883/8e7de15e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Apartment, Private Bathroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91100000/91096900/91096883/87b4e61c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Venushill Bed and Breakfast

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy-Hotels-Venushill-Bed-And-Breakfast.h91096883.Hotel-Information)

Coober Pedy

8.6/10

Excellent

(88 reviews)

"Place was beautiful and clean, highly recommend it"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Santiago

CA $93

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy-Hotels-Venushill-Bed-And-Breakfast.h91096883.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6400000/6390300/6390201/38b85f9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Slab Hut](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6400000/6390300/6390201/50f54917.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6400000/6390300/6390201/83b2415b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6400000/6390300/6390201/ba1834a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Saltbush Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Longreach-Hotels-Saltbush-Retreat.h6390201.Hotel-Information)

Longreach

9.4/10

Exceptional

(680 reviews)

"Managers are the nicest people that I have met during my travels very helpful with any questions and suggestions "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kate

CA $161

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Longreach-Hotels-Saltbush-Retreat.h6390201.Hotel-Information)

![Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16138100/16138066/4c5172db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard 2 Bedroom Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16138100/16138066/242ffe89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16138100/16138066/2c49f97d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard 2 Bedroom Cottage | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16140000/16138100/16138066/88634a15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Windana Cottages

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawker-Hotels-Windana-Cottages.h16138066.Hotel-Information)

Hawker

9.8/10

Exceptional

(69 reviews)

"Great place to stay."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Mustansir

CA $221

CA $225 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hawker-Hotels-Windana-Cottages.h16138066.Hotel-Information)

![Economy Cabin, Balcony | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111250000/111248300/111248245/w2880h1602x0y167-abaeba17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111250000/111248300/111248245/3c1db2fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111250000/111248300/111248245/199630bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111250000/111248300/111248245/3007f4e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Discovery Parks - Cloncurry

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cloncurry-Hotels-Discovery-Parks-Cloncurry.h111248245.Hotel-Information)

Cloncurry

9.4/10

Exceptional

(3 reviews)

"Great staff nice place "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

ce

CA $128

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 16 - Mar 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cloncurry-Hotels-Discovery-Parks-Cloncurry.h111248245.Hotel-Information)

![Pub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624267/a5b1462e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624267/4908099e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624267/458a4ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Pub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624300/9624267/016b87fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Prairie Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Parachilna-Hotels-Prairie-Hotel.h9624267.Hotel-Information)

Parachilna

9.4/10

Exceptional

(100 reviews)

"We really enjoyed the rustic nature of the pub and dining room. The room was large, clean, super comfy bed and the bathroom was very nice. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Robina

CA $227

CA $302 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Parachilna-Hotels-Prairie-Hotel.h9624267.Hotel-Information)

![Dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2737800/2737749/3c9709c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2737800/2737749/ba79b660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2737800/2737749/2a521307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2737800/2737749/b22e9739.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rawnsley Park Station

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Flinders-Ranges-Hotels-Rawnsley-Park-Station.h2737749.Hotel-Information)

Flinders Ranges

9.2/10

Wonderful

(712 reviews)

"I love this property.... everytime i go, it feels like family. This property has a lot of activities, walks, swimming pool, great tours. So yourself a favour and stay here..."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Rebecca

CA $183

CA $201 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 16 - Mar 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Flinders-Ranges-Hotels-Rawnsley-Park-Station.h2737749.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76663800/76663800/8a5b5561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Room (No Pets)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76663800/76663800/54ec33ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76663800/76663800/1aba14ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76670000/76663800/76663800/b5e181e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oasis Motor Inn Blackall

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blackall-Hotels-Oasis-Motor-Inn-Blackall.h76663800.Hotel-Information)

Blackall

9.8/10

Exceptional

(92 reviews)

"great property and restaurant "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Garry

CA $182

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 19 - Mar 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blackall-Hotels-Oasis-Motor-Inn-Blackall.h76663800.Hotel-Information)

![Tent (Safari) | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738844/b202c633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738844/c811958a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room (Edeowie) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738844/99a4b863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738844/6aabbdb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Discovery Resorts – Wilpena Pound

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Flinders-Ranges-Hotels-Wilpena-Pound-Resort.h2738844.Hotel-Information)

Flinders Ranges

8.0/10

Very good

(779 reviews)

"Pleasant stay just timing partners health wasn't the best. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

David

CA $205

CA $227 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 14 - Apr 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Flinders-Ranges-Hotels-Wilpena-Pound-Resort.h2738844.Hotel-Information)

![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9240500/9240490/fa5aa6f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9240500/9240490/0e85ab9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9240500/9240490/4795110e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9250000/9240500/9240490/27192385.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### North Gregory Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Winton-Hotels-North-Gregory-Hotel.h9240490.Hotel-Information)

Winton

8.2/10

Very good

(331 reviews)

"Room was clean Staffs were kind We are happy"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Suk

CA $111

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 16 - Mar 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Winton-Hotels-North-Gregory-Hotel.h9240490.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Lake Eyre Basin Hotel Reviews

![Coober Pedy Experience Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/564100/564003/88b57e6a_y.jpg)

### Coober Pedy Experience Motel

10/10 Excellent

"The motel was underground since it had been part of an opal mine. It was a great experience to stay underground. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The breakfast seemed expensive for coffee, juice, toast and cereal at $20 a person."

[](https://expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy-Hotels-Coober-Pedy-Experience-Motel.h564003.Hotel-Information)

![Saltbush Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6400000/6390300/6390201/38b85f9b_y.jpg)

### Saltbush Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed here quite a few times and we have had really good service and it’s very well kept tidy room with comfortable beds. The owners are absolutely lovely and happy to help in anyway they can. This time we stayed in the slab rooms and they were absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend staying here if your ever passing through Longreach "

[](https://expedia.ca/Longreach-Hotels-Saltbush-Retreat.h6390201.Hotel-Information)

![Opal Inn Hotel Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738879/20445caf_y.jpg)

### Opal Inn Hotel Motel

8/10 Good

"It was only short stay.."

[](https://expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy-Hotels-Opal-Inn-Hotel-Motel.h2738879.Hotel-Information)

![Desert Cave Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178901/9edc96f0_y.jpg)

### Desert Cave Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Renovated bathroom was nice. Towels were small and thin. The AC blew directly on the bed which is not good for individuals with sinus issues, like us. Parking was a challenge at evening when rooms started filling up. Receptionist was very helpful with helping us determine if road closures were in place for our trip the next day. Museum was very informative. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Coober-Pedy-Hotels-Desert-Cave-Hotel.h178901.Hotel-Information)

![Lodge Outback Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2250000/2243300/2243269/cd49f7a2_y.jpg)

### Lodge Outback Motel

8/10 Good

"rooms were clean. staff were polite"

[](https://expedia.ca/Broken-Hill-Hotels-Lodge-Outback-Motel.h2243269.Hotel-Information)

![Discovery Resorts – Wilpena Pound](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2740000/2738900/2738844/b202c633_y.jpg)

### Discovery Resorts – Wilpena Pound

8/10 Good

"Good place to stay for visiting the pound. Communication about tours available in advance via communication wound be good. Signs to direct to reception for check-in would be better"

[](https://expedia.ca/Flinders-Ranges-Hotels-Wilpena-Pound-Resort.h2738844.Hotel-Information)

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