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Saltbush Retreat

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, steps from Qantas Museum

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Slab Hut | 1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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About the neighborhood

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63-65 Ilfracombe Road, Longreach, QLD, 4730

What's nearby

  • Qantas Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Heartland Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Anzac Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Longreach Station - 2 min drive
  • Longreach, QLD (LRE) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Longreach Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merino Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McGinness’ Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Birdcage Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Happy Valley Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Saltbush Retreat

Lodge near Qantas Museum
Located close to Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre and Anzac Park, Saltbush Retreat provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Saltbush Retreat have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Patios, kitchens, and refrigerators

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 28 to 28 for adults and AUD 15 to 15 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

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
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 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 6:00 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
Reception hours are 9 AM - 5 PM on Public Holidays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 195 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 28 to 28 for adults, and AUD 15 to 15 for children
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 30 per day; may vary based on length of stay and unit size

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
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

Property is also known as

Outback Lodges Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge
Saltbush Retreat Longreach
Kinnon Co. Outback Accommodation
Kinnon Co. Outback Lodges
Saltbush Retreat Lodge
Saltbush Retreat Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge Longreach

Frequently asked questions

Does Saltbush Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Saltbush Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Saltbush Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Saltbush Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Saltbush Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Saltbush Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 10:00 AM–3 PM on request.

Where is Saltbush Retreat located?

Situated near the airport, this lodge is within a 5-minute walk of Qantas Museum and Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre. Anzac Park and Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Longreach Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Saltbush Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 606 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 606 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 606 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 606 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 606 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly staff and comfortable rooms. Relaxing and spacious grounds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great location and amenities. Quiet, scenic and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Friendly staff and very clean. Close to QANTAS and Stockman museums.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

The outdoor bath at sunset was spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Comfortable & spacious for our 5 nights, convenient location & good amenities. Longreach is very hot in summer so we appreciated the quiet, cool cabin to escape to.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

A great place, beautifully set out for an overnight stay or longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10

Close to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame and the QANTAS Founders Museum.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

The staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Love this place! A highlight of our visit to Longreach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Lovely people, great service and facilities. Perfect for a stopover in Longreach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great service very friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Perfect !!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Loved having bed in a separate room with it’s own aircon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Excellent accommodation, great facilities, very helpful staff and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Lovely setting and well appointed cabins
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Excellent option for work travel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Amazing place to stay. extremely comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great place to stay!

10/10

Amazing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Loved our stay at Saltbush it was a very special experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Loved the outdoor baths and convenience to major tourist attractions. This was a fantastic space for a family, and well equipped. We loved our stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Longreach was enjoyable typified by the hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The facilities and staff were fabulous. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

The host and property were fantastic. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Beautiful slab hut for our anniversary. Relaxing outdoor tub at sunset. Lovely hut which was creatively decorated. Great amenities and comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024