Escape to Dubbo Rhino Lodge, a peaceful retreat near Taronga Western Plains Zoo. With a playground for the kids and laundry facilities on hand, unwind by the pool or explore the beautiful garden. Enjoy delicious meals at Firewood Pizza Bar and connect with family over WiFi in public areas.
Dubbo Rhino Lodge offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
15 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 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
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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–9:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Travelling with children
Playground
Children's games
Working away
2 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Garden
Television in common areas
Mosquito nets
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
44-cm LCD TV
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Window screens
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Furnished patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall shower heads
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Food and drink
Fridge
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Firewood Pizza Bar – On-site family restaurant.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: AUD 80.00 per stay
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 18 for adults and AUD 9 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from October to April
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
All guests must register upon arrival. No visitors or unregistered guests are allowed in guestrooms after 11 PM.
Also known as
Dubbo Rhino Lodge Lodge
Dubbo Rhino Lodge Dubbo
Dubbo Rhino Lodge Lodge Dubbo
Frequently asked questions
Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Dubbo Rhino Lodge 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 Dubbo Rhino Lodge?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?
Yes, there's free self parking. Free motorhome/bus/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dubbo Rhino Lodge?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What is there to do at Dubbo Rhino Lodge and nearby?
Dubbo Rhino Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Dubbo Rhino Lodge?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Firewood Pizza Bar.
Does Dubbo Rhino Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished patio.
What's the area around Dubbo Rhino Lodge like?
Dubbo Rhino Lodge is a short 1-minute walk from Taronga Western Plains Zoo and 5 minutes' walk from Dubbo Observatory.
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Dubbo Rhino Lodge Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
14 Jan 2025
Great short stay
Great experience staying in a tent, maybe only good for a night or two
Kristopher
Kristopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 Nov 2024
Very comfortable rooms and great bed.
Steve
Steve, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Jan 2025
This place is the Bees Knees
Awesome
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Great place to stay if visiting the Western Plains Zoo, or the Dubbo area in general. Great facilities for couples or families alike.
Julianne
Julianne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2024
everything was very clean and nice
Jiyeon
Jiyeon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Feb 2024
Amazing place to stay really enjoyed the experience
Renee
Renee, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Jul 2024
This property is quirky, fun and feels adventurous in a way. A great place to stay for A bit of fun with the family, located recently close to the zoo.
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2023
Great place to stay, close to the zoo with everything you need.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2023
Grate place to stay
Phillip
Phillip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2024
Very close to the zoo and observatory place.
Mollee
Mollee, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 May 2023
Quick and easy nice and quiet very clean comfortable close to the Zoo easy check in and check out i would like to stay again
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2023
Perfect little getaway, so quiet, clean, comfortable and modern
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Dec 2022
Loved the accomodation
Nagendra
10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2023
It was a great experience, all the staff were lovely
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
11 Jul 2022
Staff were lovely.
Georgia
Georgia, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Nov 2022
Wonderful stay and staff made sure we had everything needed and advised us of short staffed so made sure we have extra of everything. The pool was clean, kids area in a very good location so adults could enjoy our meal and a drink whilst they played.
Katerina
Katerina, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2023
The staff was very friendly. The tents were
Jill
Jill, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Oct 2023
We took two of our grandsons to the Western Plains Zoo and stayed at the Rhino Lodge. We had a great time. The staff at the restaurant were helpful. The accommodation clean and comfortable and the zoo only a three minute drive away.
Jo-Anne
Jo-Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2023
Absolutely beautiful accommodation. As only ones on the night staff kept in touch about check in. Would highly recommend
Merissa
Merissa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2023
Close to Dubbo zoo and Dubbo city centre we were there in the middle of winter it was -3 but the air conditioner worked well but unfortunately we couldn’t eat there as it wasn’t staffed but other than that it eat a great stay
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Oct 2024
We stayed at Rhino lodge with our 6 year old and 3 year old and it was the perfect base to explore the Zoo and Dubbo region. The kids loved the novelty of sleeping in a tent and we parents didn’t need to sacrifice any creature comforts! The check in process was easy, and tent was set up thoughtfully with two single level beds for the kids (rather than bunk set up) when we arrived. A small fridge had biccies, milk and supplies to make a cuppa and sit on the deck after we unpacked. The onsite pool, kids play equipment and restaurant/bar were just what we needed for easy dining after a day out sightseeing and offered a decent selection of food options to keep everyone satisfied. It was lovely to fall asleep to sound of frogs and wildlife at night, however if noise from neighbouring tents is an issue for you suggest packing some ear plugs. Overall, we really enjoyed our glamping experience and would recommend this place highly for families looking for a unique country experience!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2024
The Tent accomodation was very unique to stay in. We felt like we were camping, without all the hassles of erecting your own tent! This is camping in style with luxury. The 'Camp site' was exceptionally convenient for visiting the Zoo.
We did find it a little noisy when the wind came up with the flapping of the tent sides. Also there are very little areas to store anything on benches etc. However overall a very enjoyable visit.
Tony
Tony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Apr 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Rhino Lodge as a family of four. The location was perfect, a 3 min drive to Dubbo Zoo. We had the safari experience by staying in a beautiful tent which had heating and modern amenities. The staff were amazing! Providing a personalised service, the food incredible (must try shared menu), facilities included a playground and so much space for the kids to run around. Highly recommended, a Dubbo secret that needs to be shared and experienced!!
Monique
Monique, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
14 Apr 2024
The bed was very hard not comfortable and the tourch supplied did not work and no table or chairs in the room plus but was very high to get into great meals and great prices for the meals but little bit slow getting some of our meals out and mixed up in a couple of orders
chris and tony
chris and tony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Aug 2022
Quite
Place was clean, quiet and warm, shower was awesome but the bed was terrible, it was like sleeping on concrete. Even a soft bed topper would help.