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Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

3.0 star property

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Property grounds
Mawson Lodge
Outdoor pool
Mawson Lodge
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant

Explore the area

Map
Arkaroola Rd, Arkaroola Village, SA, 5701
  • Arkaroola
    14 min walk
  • Devil's Pass
    4 min drive
  • Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park
    16 min drive

Room options

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Mawson Lodge

Mawson Lodge

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Euro Cottage | Terrace/patio

Euro Cottage

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Wallaby Cottage | Living area

Wallaby Cottage

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Fauna Park House | Living area

Fauna Park House

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds and 6 Twin Beds

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Callana Cottage

Callana Cottage

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Greenwood Lodge

Greenwood Lodge

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Callitris Lodge

Callitris Lodge

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About this property

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

Motel with free parking, near Devil's Pass
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free motel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Self parking is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, WiFi in public areas, and concierge services.
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary offers 49 accommodations. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, you'll be within walking distance of Devil's Pass. Free self parking, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available.
  • Free self parking
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi in some public areas for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes helicopter/airplane tours and hiking/biking trails
  • 1.2 mi (2 km) from Devil's Pass and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges National Park
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Arkaroola Village motel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily.
Native Pine - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 10.00 per stay)

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily: AUD 14.00 per person
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Native Pine

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 13 and January 8.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 14.00 per person
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 10.00 per stay (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

National rating

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

Property is 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

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews" "

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 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great setting with very well appointed rooms and great food in the restaurant. Knowledgable, helpful staff. Would love to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise, Cook

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been here a number of times. I love the remoteness and the power of the land.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kitty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good experience for outbreaks
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The environment was awesome and the staff did well to promote it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Always good. Cozy bar, very good meals, very friendly owner. Natural setting

8/10 Good

Trevor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wilderness retreat
Great facility in the outback of South Australia. Accommodation basic but comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Gregory

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place isn’t about the “property”. It’s part of the starkly rugged and beautiful Gammon Ranges.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Liane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Land energies for meditating, amazing stars and telescope, yellow rooted wallaby feeding every night
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tsui-Wen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mei Lian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great food at the site restaurant. Love the site surrounding.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Sally

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Conny

Liked: Staff & service
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of it had to offer
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Dustin

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022