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Opal Inn Hotel Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from St Peter & Paul Catholic Church

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Standard Room | Front of property - evening/night
Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Lobby sitting area
Opal Inn Hotel Motel is your perfect retreat near St Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Enjoy the on-site restaurant, 2 bars, and business center while staying connected with free WiFi in public areas; unwind with laundry facilities or challenge friends at the billiards/pool table.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Basic Double or Twin Room | Living room | LCD TV

Basic Double or Twin Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Economy Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Economy Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Basic Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Coober Pedy, Opal Inn Hotel Motel is in the city center and near the airport. Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and Faye's Underground Display Home are cultural highlights, while Old Timers Mine is a notable landmark. St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Serbian Orthodox Church are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA, 5723

What's nearby

  • St Peter & Paul Catholic Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Umoona Opal Mine & Museum - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Timers Mine - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Faye's Underground Display Home - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Serbian Orthodox Church - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Coober Pedy, SA (CPD) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪John's Pizza Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Opal Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Outback Bar and Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Orange Olive - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Indian Hill - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Opal Inn Hotel Motel

Motel near St Peter & Paul Catholic Church
Located close to Umoona Opal Mine & Museum and Old Timers Mine, Opal Inn Hotel Motel provides laundry facilities, 2 bars, and a business center. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room, a billiards/pool table, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All 65 individually furnished rooms include perks such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM on request
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
This property offers airport shuttle pickup service from Coober Pedy Airport only. Guests arriving at Adelaide Airport may arrange their own transfers (surcharge) to Coober Pedy Airport via REX Airlines, available at 9:20 AM, Monday-Friday, and 12:15 PM on Sunday. Schedule subject to change without notice.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
5 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 10.00 per person (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 10.0 per day

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Opal Inn Hotel Motel
Opal Inn Hotel Motel Coober Pedy
Opal Inn Motel Coober Pedy
Opal Inn Hotel Motel Motel
Opal Inn Hotel Motel Coober Pedy
Opal Inn Hotel Motel Motel Coober Pedy

Frequently asked questions

Is Opal Inn Hotel Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Opal Inn Hotel Motel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Opal Inn Hotel Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:30 PM–2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Opal Inn Hotel Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Opal Inn Hotel Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–9 PM on request. A fee of AUD 10.00 per person applies.

Where is Opal Inn Hotel Motel located?

Located in the heart of Coober Pedy, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of St Peter & Paul Catholic Church and Umoona Opal Mine & Museum. Old Timers Mine and Faye's Underground Display Home are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Opal Inn Hotel Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 540 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and bed, food was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Humble, inexpensive and immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Col

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good spot for an overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Meal was good and cheap- curry. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay, very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. A special shout out to the staff. Try friendly and efficient. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place for an overnight stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Loved the clean spacious simplicity of the room & comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Very convenient location and restaurant next door with 15 % discount for Opal Inn guests
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Amenities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend the Opal Inn to anyone looking for clean, comfortable budget accommodation in Coober Pedy. The onsite restaurant serves a good variety of options. The staff are all friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Wyatt d

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location! Across the street from Greyhound Bus terminal and Visitor's Center! Close to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place and staff are very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, but only had 1 electrical out let. Nothing by the beds. It needs some upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelling with partner. Overnight in budget room. Friendly staff. Restaurant on site with beautiful food at competitive prices. Highly recommend Opal Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Soundprooff, good room not flashy but evverything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Comfortable and clean room. Staff were all very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rheian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Staff were very friendly and courteous. Restaurant staff were amazing and the service was excellent. Food was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hot water. Well established motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved it. Very clean and rooming at an excellent price.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness
Only problem we had was no hot water on the day we left . The electronic door system is very temperamental as well Other that that for the price was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Good value
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Experience is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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