Title: Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Motel with free parking, steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/b9f46db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/6459c008.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/91f583b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/4a99f9b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/fa4bb88d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near the Australian Opal Centre and Cooper's Cottage, this resort invites travelers to cool off in the outdoor pool and stay connected with free WiFi. After exploring nearby attractions, guests can relax at the bar. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Free airport shuttle - Bar - Laundry - Housekeeping - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 28 - Nov. 29](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 29 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=9623698&PinnedHotelID=9623698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 2 of 2 rooms ![Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/49bf249a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Multiple Beds (Queen & Single) 8.2 Very good 41 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Microwave Toaster Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623700/9623698/4e779118.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed (Deluxe Queen) 8.4 Very good 62 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Connecting rooms available Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Microwave Toaster Coffee/tea maker - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar. Other perks at this motel include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 50 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Microwaves and toasters ## Similar properties ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16630000/16620300/16620223/a8e7e9c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sonjas Bed and Breakfast Lightning Ridge - Free airport shuttle - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 235 reviews CA $112 CA $123 total includes taxes & fees Dec 11 - Dec 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=16620223&PinnedHotelID=16620223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102440000/102431700/102431660/9f9e92af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BIG4 Opal Holiday Park Lightning Ridge - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 48 reviews CA $190 CA $192 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=102431660&PinnedHotelID=102431660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### 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 ### 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 - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### 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 - Early check-in fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability) - Late check-out fee: AUD 50 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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 ### Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park? > As of Nov 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park on Nov 29, 2025 start from CA $131.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Lightning-Ridge-Hotels-Lightning-Ridge-Outback-Resort-Caravan-Park.h9623698.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### 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 is available for a fee of AUD 50 (subject to availability). ### What time is check-out at Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park? > Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for AUD 50 (subject to availability). ### Does Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's a free airport shuttle. ### Where is Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park located? > Situated in Lightning Ridge, this motel is steps from Lightning Ridge Historical Society Trust and Australian Opal Centre. Cooper's Cottage and John Murray Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lightning Ridge Outback Resort & Caravan Park Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 7.8 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 7.6 Eco-friendliness ### 7.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 254 8 - Good 360 6 - Okay 166 4 - Poor 43 2 - Terrible 21 ### 8/10 Good #### Will Nov 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice pub ##### Will Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth Oct 12, 2025 Location was good and the staff were nice ##### Elizabeth Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Oct 23, 2025 Staff friendly Air con fantastic Bar is good ##### Karen Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Warren Aug 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities It was a really nice and comfortable place to stay. ##### Warren Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Bethany Nov 8, 2025 Liked: Amenities Older room but plenty of room and good inclusion which helped to us being contained. ##### Bethany Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Yes spotless. Great staff ##### James Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dave Aug 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Motel in a great location to everything in LR ##### Dave Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garry Sep 19, 2025 Close to everything.. very quiet ##### Garry Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Elaine Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely rustic cabins close to all that Lightning Ridge has to offer. ##### Elaine Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olivia Sep 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Fantastic helpful staff love having everything in one place .. fantasic ##### Olivia Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved the location. The bottleshop. And the pool ##### Vicki Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Mat Oct 2, 2025 Liked: Amenities Disliked: Cleanliness Great location to pub and bowling club, Fan needed a good clean Air conditioner worked well. Spare pillows in the room would be helpful Lady at reception was lovely and welcoming We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Lightning Ridge. ##### Mat Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara Jul 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely stay ##### Barbara Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew Jul 5, 2025 Great location Close to Main Street and all facilities ##### Andrew Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anita Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Was right in town for easy walking to restaurant's. Room very outdated and dark, had to wash all cutlery and crockery. ##### Anita Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Eyvonne Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities happy ##### Eyvonne Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hannie Jun 22, 2025 Very relaxed, friendly and attractive place with camping and hotel rooms pleasantly dotted with bougainvillea. ##### Hannie Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was good n what we expected Except the barking dog in the room next door ##### Ruth Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Rebecca Jul 12, 2025 Liked: Staff & service Great facilities and bistro. The rooms were pretty noisy but the bed was very comfortable ##### Rebecca Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Helpful staff and great location ##### Nathan Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ellen Aug 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Big room and cosy bed ##### ellen Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingrid Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very comfortable quiet & convenient. Staff very friendly and accommodating ##### Ingrid Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chris Oct 7, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities Bistro onsite have lovely meals. Staff were courteous. Room was ok, not finished off, blanket in cupboard was not new, it had been screwed up and shoved in. No instructions for wifi or dining, just a map. Overall stay was ok, don't expect the finishing touches. ##### Chris Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Anthony Aug 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I wouldn’t call the room deluxe but it was clean, comfortable and quiet with lots of space around. ##### Anthony Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Keith Jul 25, 2025 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a comfortable room , close to the centre of lightning ridge town ##### Keith Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Solmar Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Solmar-Resort.h544730.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Markham](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-TorontoMarkham.h896471.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [Esmeralda Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Orient-Bay-Hotels-Esmeralda-Resort.h24664.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dubai](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Dubai.d1079.Hotel-Destinations) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Amanti Hotel Seoul Hongdae](https://www.expedia.ca/Seoul-Hotels-Amanti-Hotel-Seoul.h15285451.Hotel-Information) > > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Club West 57th Street New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-West-57th-Street-By-Hilton-Club.h2471808.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels.d602873.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Government Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Government-Camp-Hotels.d54992.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Skyline Hotel & Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Skyline-Hotel-Waterpark.h173312.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Richmond (RIC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ric/toronto-to-richmond) > > [Flights from Palm Springs (PSP) to San José del Cabo (SJD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/psp/sjd/palm-springs-to-san-jose-del-cabo) > > [Pacific Coastal Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/Pacific-Coastal-Airlines-Flights.c8P.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flair Airlines Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/flair-airlines-from-vancouver-intl-to-pearson-intl/f8/yvr/yyz) > > [Flights from London (YXU) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxu/fll/london-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Jeddah (JED)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/jed/toronto-to-jeddah) > > [Flights from Tampa (TPA) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/tpa/fll/tampa-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/yyz/delhi-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/mnl/ottawa-to-manila) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Istanbul (IST)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/ist/vancouver-to-istanbul) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Mississauga](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Mississauga.d7954.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Toronto.d178314.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) > > [Hollywood Walk of Fame](https://www.expedia.ca/Hollywood-Walk-Of-Fame-Hollywood.d6068487.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Hollywood Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Fort-Lauderdale-Hollywood-Beach.dx553248635975850057)