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Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

3.0 star property
Motel with outdoor pool, near Devil's Pass

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Wallaby Cottage | Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Internet access
Main amenities
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • BBQ(s)
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 January 2025

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Mawson Lodge

Mawson Lodge

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Euro Cottage | Terrace/patio

Euro Cottage

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Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Wallaby Cottage | Living area

Wallaby Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

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Fauna Park House | Living area

Fauna Park House

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Private bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds and 6 Single Beds

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Callana Cottage

Callana Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Greenwood Lodge

Greenwood Lodge

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Callitris Lodge

Callitris Lodge

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Arkaroola Rd, Arkaroola Village, SA, 5701

What's nearby

  • Arkaroola - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Devil's Pass - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park - 16 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Paralana Radioactive Springs - 114 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

Enjoy your visit to Arkaroola Village with a stay at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Native Pine, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a garden.

Languages

English, French, German

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 49 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 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 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Special features

Dining

Native Pine – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for AUD 10.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 14.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 13 December and 8 January.

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Motel
Wilderness Sanctuary Motel
Arkaroola Wilrness ctuary
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Motel
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Arkaroola Village
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Motel Arkaroola Village

Frequently asked questions

Is Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary currently open?
The property is closed between 13 December and 8 January.
Does Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours and helicopter/aeroplane tours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the motel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Native Pine.
What's the area around Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary like?
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary is located a short 14-minute walk from Arkaroola.

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A great setting with very well appointed rooms and great food in the restaurant. Knowledgable, helpful staff. Would love to visit again
Stephen, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Louise, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I’ve been here a number of times. I love the remoteness and the power of the land.
Jane, 3-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good experience for outbreaks
Kitty, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The environment was awesome and the staff did well to promote it.
marlene, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Always good. Cozy bar, very good meals, very friendly owner. Natural setting
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Wilderness retreat
Great facility in the outback of South Australia. Accommodation basic but comfortable.
Trevor, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Disappointed
Noisy front of staff rude Purchased a bottle wine at bar 10 minutes later asked to leave and sit outside with the flies as they had to shut at 5.30 pm no notice when we purchased the wine other patrons were also told to leave it very hot and no shade Rooms were so noisy as the walls to next room were thin Even hearing next door talking and snoring
Gregory, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This place isn’t about the “property”. It’s part of the starkly rugged and beautiful Gammon Ranges.
James, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall very happy with our stay walking back to camping area would have been risky late at night had to drive elderly friend back to camp area
Barry, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Steve, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice to get a sorry and mean it
Wonderful location and had a great 8 day stay doing lots of hiking. However for the entire stay we had a fridge that didn't work. Complained daily but not once did anyone bother come to look. Just said sorry. Well we lost over $100 worth of food and ended up having to eat at their restaurant 4 times ($100 each time)as nowhere to restock food and ran out of long life food. If it wasn't for our own car fridge we wouldn't have had cold water. Won't rely on a fridge anywhere again. 😕 It seemed no one in charge. Staff just leave notes.
8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Diane, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Land energies for meditating, amazing stars and telescope, yellow rooted wallaby feeding every night
Liane, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Wonderful staff
Lovely staff but sadly the room we had was tired mainly as the bathroom was unpleasant and the floor was very gritty( we take our shoes off when entering accommodation so it was very evident that the floor had not been swept) Also despite 2 bath towels and a bath mat, there was no hand towel which meant we had to use one of the bath towels as a hand towel- this could potentially be a hygiene issue. The ridge top trip was excellent, learning so much from our guides, Gary and Macca. They were impressive!
Tsui-Wen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great food at the site restaurant. Love the site surrounding.
Mei Lian, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

A bit tired
Yes, i know this place is in the outback and good staff are probably hard to come by, but we felt this place was a bit over rated. Our accommodation was basic and the resort's focus was on catering for tour groups. I guess they provide regular repeat business, unlike freedom travellers like us. The Information provided on 4WD tracks and walks in the area was first class. The included breakfast was basic - fruit, cereal, toast and make your own instant tea and coffee. The yellow footed rock wallaby feeding and viewing each evening is a must attend. Best opportunity to see these gorgeous animals up close. So a mixed review but that's how we found it.
Sally, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great Visit
A very interesting place to visit. Outstanding scenery, great 4WD tracks to explore, many excursions available etc. The room was tired, bed good, no TV, internet was nearly non existant as was phone reception, good if you want to get off the grid. One coat hanger only in the wardrobe! Dont expect above average accommodation, but thats not why you go there. The staff and service was exceptionally good, friendly and accommodating. The jewel in the crown was the resteraunt, food quality was outstanding, a pleasure.
Roger, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

beautiful nature and great hiking trails. the room at the greenwood lodge is absolutely ok for the price The kitchen in the lodge is minimal standard and not very clean. The laundry has 1 washing machine and is not really inviting for washing. If you write them an e-mail, please do not expect an answer!
Conny, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All of it had to offer
David, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Some staff were better than other to deal with whilst staying. Enjoyed our time on the 4wd tracks. Food was exceptional. Unfortunately may not visit again unless need to.
Dustin, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was so relaxing and we found all of the staff friendly and helpful, it felt like one big family. Would love to spend more time there, enjoying nature at its best. Loved it.
Kay, 5-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wotif pls get your act together. I cancelled my booking and I am only writing this to stop u sending me annoying time-wasting daily review emails. I couldn’t stop your emails without ticking the boxes. R U guys crazy? But I was happy to tick excellent as this applies to my visits long before wotif even existed
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

William, 3-night trip
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