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Our top choices for Dubbo Observatory hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of wildlife.

1. Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains
2.5 star property
1.1 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (179 reviews)
"A wonderful experience and beautiful accommodation, I could just sit on the deck all day watching the amazing wildlife, tours were also amazing so much to see and do, staff wonderful and so full of knowledge. This was my 3rd visit and I just keep coming back every year to my happy place."
Australia
Connie
The price is â‚©783,940
â‚©783,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains
A modern building with a symmetrical design, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Dubbo Rhino Lodge

Dubbo Rhino Lodge
3.5 star property
0.4 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129 reviews)
"Room was clean, beds were comfortable. Air con and heating were fantastic. We will definitely come back!"
Australia
Fiona
The price is â‚©237,891
â‚©237,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Dubbo Rhino Lodge
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Country Inn."

3. Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.5 star property
5.1 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service by all staff, rooms are modern and comfortable and food is divine !!!"
Australia
jonathan
Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
A covered patio with brick flooring, white metal chairs, and a table.

4. Christine Griffiths Units

Christine Griffiths Units
3.0 star property
7.4 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Clean, economically priced, comfortable bed, decent hot water."
Australia
Jonathan
Christine Griffiths Units
A reception area with a sign, a small seating area, and a green wall with plants.

5. Bluegum Dubbo by Travellers

Bluegum Dubbo by Travellers
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (76 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Brendan
Bluegum Dubbo by Travellers
A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a parking lot with cars.

6. The Aberdeen Motel

The Aberdeen Motel
4.0 star property
4.6 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (847 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
United States
Vasiti
The Aberdeen Motel
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a TV.

7. Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments

Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments
4.5 star property
4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (550 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
Australia
jérémie
The price is â‚©200,872
â‚©220,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments
A reception area with a wooden floor, green chairs, a reception desk, and a sign that reads "ORANA RECEPTION".

8. Orana Motel Dubbo

Orana Motel Dubbo
4.0 star property
4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (539 reviews)
"Very nice room and easy check in. Great place for a good sleep."
Australia
Eduardo Jose
Orana Motel Dubbo
A brick building with a covered entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating a museum.

9. Shearing Shed Motor Inn

Shearing Shed Motor Inn
4.0 star property
4.7 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (804 reviews)
"Nice, clean and comfortable. Location was great."
Australia
Peter
The price is â‚©160,766
â‚©176,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Shearing Shed Motor Inn
A laptop on a wooden desk with a blue chair.

10. Dubbo RSL Club Motel

Dubbo RSL Club Motel
4.0 star property
5.1 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (396 reviews)
"Easy access to our cabin with good parking. Good communal shed to enjoy the company of others staying here. Very close to the thermal pool across the road from the Big 4 caravan park. Great going in the evening to sit under the stars with the cool night air and very hot 40 degree pool."
Australia
Robert
Dubbo RSL Club Motel
A backyard with a swimming pool, a house, and various plants.

11. Country Apartments

Country Apartments
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (41 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay. I would definitely stay again "
Australia
Kyla
Country Apartments
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and two wall-mounted lamps.

12. Abel Tasman Motor Inn

Abel Tasman Motor Inn
4.0 star property
4.2 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"A nice stay"
Australia
Aaron James
The price is â‚©145,374
â‚©159,911 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Abel Tasman Motor Inn
A hotel room with two single beds, each with a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a power outlet.

13. Tallarook Motor Inn

Tallarook Motor Inn
3.5 star property
5 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (339 reviews)
"Friendly staff very clean And having a kitchen made it easy as my daughter doesn't like take away and loves home cooking"
Australia
Grant
Tallarook Motor Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a shaded area, surrounded by buildings with a simple architectural style.

14. Matilda Motor Inn

Matilda Motor Inn
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (727 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay. Kids loved having a pool even though they froze. The room was a great size and more beds than we needed so plenty of options."
Australia
Cecelia
Matilda Motor Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and the room has a brick wall and wooden ceiling.

15. Nightcap at Macquarie Inn

Nightcap at Macquarie Inn
3.5 star property
6.3 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (732 reviews)
"Helpful Staff, good food and great location"
Australia
Ankit
Nightcap at Macquarie Inn
A two-story building with a balcony, a brick facade, and a clear sky.

16. The Oxley Motel

The Oxley Motel
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (382 reviews)
"Great staff and good rooms"
Australia
Andrew
The Oxley Motel
A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a brick building with a balcony and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. Manera Heights Apartment Motel

Manera Heights Apartment Motel
3.5 star property
6.8 km from Dubbo Observatory
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (122 reviews)
"The property was as per description. Great location. Parking efficient. Would stay again."
Australia
raylene
Manera Heights Apartment Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a brown leather chair, and a small table with a book.

18. Fountain View Motel

Fountain View Motel
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (276 reviews)
"Rooms are very nice and clean, very pleasant stay for us"
Australia
Ran
Fountain View Motel
Reception

19. Green Gables Motel

Green Gables Motel
4.0 star property
5 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (542 reviews)
"Easy check in"
Australia
Timothy
Green Gables Motel
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building in the background.

20. Country Leisure Motor Inn

Country Leisure Motor Inn
4.0 star property
4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (390 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Tim
Country Leisure Motor Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Dubbo Observatory

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of wildlife.
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
179 reviews
View
A modern building with a symmetrical design, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
Dubbo Rhino Lodge
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
129 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Country Inn."
Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments
4.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A covered patio with brick flooring, white metal chairs, and a table.
Christine Griffiths Units
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
26 reviews
View
A reception area with a sign, a small seating area, and a green wall with plants.
Bluegum Dubbo by Travellers
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
76 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Dubbo Observatory

A modern building with a symmetrical design, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

Dubbo Rhino Lodge

Dubbo Rhino Lodge
3.5 star property
Dubbo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (129)
Dubbo Rhino Lodge

Other attractions near Dubbo Observatory

Taronga Western Plains Zoo

9.4/10 (1,102 reviews)
Why not meet the animals who call Taronga Western Plains Zoo home during your travels in Dubbo? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Top Dubbo Observatory Hotel Reviews

A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of wildlife.
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains
Dubbo

10/10 Excellent

The staff were amazing and this was such an enjoyable, comfortable, and informative trip to the wildlife preserve. Jacob and Lyndsay were great guides and the accommodations were EXCELLENT!
United States
JOSEPH
Reviewed July 31, 2026
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Dubbo Observatory?

Dubbo Observatory is located in a welcoming area of Dubbo known for its array of dining options and water park. You'll find 114 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Dubbo Observatory?

Expedia has 114 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Dubbo Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Dubbo Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Dubbo Observatory.

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What can I see and do near Dubbo Observatory?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Dubbo Regional Botanic Garden and Sappa Bulga National Park. Bring the family to Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Lazy River Estate, and Western Plains Cultural Centre while you're checking out the area near Dubbo Observatory. You might plan a visit to Apex Oval or Red Earth Estate while you're in the area.