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Sonjas Bed and Breakfast

3.5 star property
Suburban bed & breakfast with airport shuttle service and area shuttle service

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Garden view
Interior
BBQ/picnic area
Butterfly Suite Family | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Natural pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Sunset Suite Queen | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Sunset Suite Queen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Miners Suite Queen | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Miners Suite Queen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Opal Suite Double | Room amenity

Opal Suite Double

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Butterfly Suite Family | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Butterfly Suite Family

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
60 butterfly avenue, P.O. Box 1655, Lightning Ridge, NSW, 2834

What's nearby

  • Bottle House Mining Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cooper's Cottage - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Artesian Baths - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Australian Opal Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lightning Ridge District Bowling Club - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Morillas Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chats Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mammas Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gourmet Gecko Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Sonjas Bed and Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Bottle House Mining Museum
Located close to Big Sky Library Lightning Ridge and Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool, Sonjas Bed and Breakfast provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and kitchenettes

Languages

English, German

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
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sonjas Bed and Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sonjas Bed and Breakfast provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Sonjas Bed and Breakfast located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Bottle House Mining Museum, John Murray Art Gallery, and Big Sky Library Lightning Ridge. Cooper's Cottage and Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sonjas Bed and Breakfast Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 205 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. The host were lovely and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a cute little property, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had all we needed after a huge drive, very comfy bed and great air con to keep us cool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little bed and breakfast will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

Excellent

Excellent ,really excellent, it was very hot in lightning ridge 42c when we arrived but the air conditioning in the room was fabulous. Very quiet and peaceful location, all the local amenities within easy reach
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay BBQ was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linet

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

Quaint, quirky and quiet

The Sunset Suite in Sonja's B&B made a refreshing change from our usual motel stays. The unit was spotlessly clean and well equipped for our needs, even if the en suite was a little 'bijou'. We had booked 2 nights but only stayed 1 as no-one told us that most of Lightning Ridge's attractions, shops and restaurants close down 'for the season'. This is no reflection on Sonja's as we would have been very happy to stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, the little flat very very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, Up the road from the Main Street. Very nice room and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute and lovely host! Bed was comfy and quiet space without being out of the way. Will be back next time we're passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly great facilities. Great location easy to find
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and the cooked breakfast was delightful. If I get back to the Ridge, I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a great stay at Sonja’s. It’s a quirky place to stay,, beds were amazingly comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are so friendly and accommodating. The beds are so comfortable, like being at home, hifhlt recommend
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Narelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor firepit
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Really enjoyed staying at Sonja’s Bad And Breakfast as it is close to all the tourist attractions and the owner, Shaun was so obliging and a great host driving us around when we needed his help.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff and very comfortable. Will stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shaun the host was fabulous, helpful and accommodating. I would definitely recommend it to everyone. I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, well appointed, clean, tidy, bit quaint, small but clean, functional bathroom, comfy bed. Absolutely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the garden shed great conversion of a big double garage with heaps of room and amenities can recommend property for something different to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably one of the best places to stay in Lightning Ridge. Thankyou Shaun.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024