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Desert Sand Motor Inn

3.5 star property
Motel in Broken Hill with free parking

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Desert Sand Motor Inn offers a tranquil garden setting and outdoor pool near the train station. Stay connected with WiFi and enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities. RV parking is available, and staff assist with tour arrangements to enhance your stay.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$142
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Luxury Spa Suite

Luxury Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Corporate Deluxe Room

Corporate Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Upstairs Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Deluxe Room

Family Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Desert Deluxe Room

Desert Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
357 Cobalt Street, Broken Hill, NSW, 2880

What's nearby

  • Silver City Mint and Art Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mario's Palace Hotel - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Railway, Mineral and Train Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Broken Hill Visitor Information Center - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jubilee Oval - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Broken Hill Station - 9 min walk
  • Broken Hill, NSW (BHQ) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bells Milk Bar & Museum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tydvil Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Desert Sand Motor Inn

Motel near a train station
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and conference space at Desert Sand Motor Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, express check-out and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket information, barbecues and pet-sitting services
Room features
All guest rooms at Desert Sand Motor Inn offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-off cleaning fee of AUD 30.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pet-sitting services are available

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: AUD 30.00 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off AUD30.00 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted

Property is also known as

Desert Sand Motor
Desert Sand Motor Broken Hill
Desert Sand Motor Inn Broken Hill
Desert Sand Motor Inn
Desert Sand Motor Inn Motel
Desert Sand Motor Inn Broken Hill
Desert Sand Motor Inn Motel Broken Hill

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Sand Motor Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Sand Motor Inn?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Sand Motor Inn on 12 Nov 2025 start from NZ$142.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Desert Sand Motor Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of AUD 30.00 per pet, per week. A cleaning fee of AUD 30.00 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Desert Sand Motor Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Desert Sand Motor Inn?

Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

Where is Desert Sand Motor Inn located?

Situated in Broken Hill, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Sturt Park Reserve and Titanic Memorial and Silver City Mint and Art Centre. Sulphide Street Railway and Historical Museum and Broken Hill Regional Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes. Broken Hill Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Desert Sand Motor Inn Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 175 out of 556 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 556 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 556 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 556 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 556 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room with good bathroom facilities very close to the centre of Broken Hill and very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking very tight, ditto entry and exit with tight turn space for 4WD vehicle. No bedside lights (a strong detriment for those accustomed to reading before going to sleep) Otherwise OK
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet convenient location in town within walking distance to shops, eateries, attractions etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and central location to the city centre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The owners were super friendly and helpful. We had rolling power blackouts through my stay but their attitude and willingness to help made it a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

HENRI

Difficult parking. Basic room marginal cleanliness, poor overall.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean, comfortable but a bit tired, needs refurbishment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was poorly insulated against street noise and the noise of the air conditioner kept me awake
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable and the room was clean. A minor issue was fixed promptly and cheerfully. Would like to see the office staffed and the restaurant open...
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Tina

Solid basic.noisy dogs early am
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Juhan

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms neat and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Service was excellent but lacking some amenities such as extra towels and dish soap
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff, room was above average size, with toaster, kettle, a few plates and sets of cutlery, quiet air-conditioner. Needed a mirror in the bathroom and TV reception over satellite was pixelated at times due to heavy rain.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
In a good location in the centre of town and the rooms were clean with refillable bathroom dispensers. Not being able to open the curtains, however, made the room very dark and leaving the door open was difficult with so many smokers nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Renovated bathroom. Shower was only luke warm at times.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The parking was a little disorganized.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Your description of the property states that is adjoining the Southern Cross Resort with dining and bar facilities. This was the main reason for choosing Desert Sand. The Southern Cross Resort has been closed for some years. Very disappointed
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unfortunately the AC did not work, but there was a heater Half the lights didn’t work and the shower dripped significantly constantly. It was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Needs upgrading
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The hotel reception was closed even though it advertised 24 hour service. The onsite restaurant closed and not just the day we arrived so that was misleading as it looked like its been closed for months.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Nick

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen dirty,oven broken,kitchen tap dripping ( unable to be turned off)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023