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

An indoor dining area with a long wooden table and white chairs, surrounded by wooden beams and a ceiling covered with green foliage.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and a brick wall. Tables are set with chairs, and a kitchen area is visible in the background.

A bar with a wooden counter, hanging pendant lights, and a brick wall.

1. Dubbo Rhino Lodge

0.4 km from Dubbo Observatory

Glenn

￥27,782

￥27,782 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Country Inn."

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and large windows.

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a patterned floor.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, a dining table with chairs, and a large wall clock.

2. Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

5.1 km from Dubbo Observatory

Sebastian

￥16,995

￥18,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a parking lot with cars.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a large mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and toilet.

A sign for The Aberdeen Motel in Dubbo, with a message "Comfort is never far away" and "No vacancy" indicated.

3. The Aberdeen Motel

4.6 km from Dubbo Observatory

Natalie

￥20,186

￥22,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A swimming pool with a reception area and a covered seating area.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a stone accent wall.

A bar area with a stone wall, a TV mounted above the bar, and three black stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a ceiling fan.

4. Matilda Motor Inn

4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory

Paul

￥15,465

￥17,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A hotel room with two red sofas, a dining table with chairs, and three beds.

A motel with a central tower and multiple balconies, featuring a parking lot with several cars.

A swimming pool with a brick border, surrounded by a white fence and palm trees.

5. Abel Tasman Motor Inn

4.2 km from Dubbo Observatory

Seth

￥16,974

￥18,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A brick building with a covered entrance, a clock, and a sign indicating a museum.

An outdoor patio with a barbecue grill, picnic tables, and a basketball hoop.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a large mirror, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and chairs.

6. Shearing Shed Motor Inn

4.7 km from Dubbo Observatory

Peter

￥18,965

￥20,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A reception area with a wooden floor, green chairs, a reception desk, and a sign that reads "ORANA RECEPTION".

A hotel with a covered entrance, outdoor seating, and a sign that reads "LIFT".

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, and a large mirror.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a large tree, and a building with a tiled roof.

7. Orana Motel Dubbo

4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory

Julie

￥18,547

￥20,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

An outdoor cafe with wooden benches and tables, potted plants, and street views.

A modern dining area with tables and chairs, a central plant with large leaves, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a red and white patterned blanket, a white towel, and a painting on the wall.

8. Golden West Motor Inn

4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory

Peter

￥15,053

￥18,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, and a power outlet.

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a brick wall and a metal fence.

A swimming pool with a brick wall and a sign for 'Taroook Moto Inn'.

A laundry room with a brick wall, a window, and a door with a no-smoking sign.

9. Tallarook Motor Inn

5 km from Dubbo Observatory

James

￥16,388

￥18,027 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 12 - Sep 13

10. Green Gables Motel

5 km from Dubbo Observatory

Allan

￥13,547

￥15,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A covered patio with brick flooring, white metal chairs, and a table.

A brick wall with a glass door labeled "Common Room."

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with blinds, a painting on the wall, and a lamp on the side table.

11. Christine Griffiths Units

7.4 km from Dubbo Observatory

Jonathan

￥13,618

￥14,980 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk with a lamp, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.

A spacious indoor area with wooden beams, a counter with a television screen, and multiple seating arrangements.

A spacious restaurant with high wooden ceilings, brick walls, and multiple dining tables and chairs.

12. Nightcap at Macquarie Inn

6.3 km from Dubbo Observatory

Ankit

￥16,084

￥17,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A poolside area with a covered seating area, a sign, and a building with string lights.

A bar with a variety of liquor bottles and glasses, illuminated by hanging lights.

Two wicker lounge chairs with cushions under a turquoise umbrella, set on a wooden deck with a stone wall and greenery in the background.

A cozy living room with leather chairs, a wooden coffee table with snacks, and a fireplace.

13. Quality Inn Dubbo International

3.8 km from Dubbo Observatory

Tara

￥16,241

￥17,866 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a dining table with chairs and a refrigerator in the background.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, yellow cushions, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a green sign indicating it is a Quest hotel. The building has multiple balconies and a ground-level entrance with glass doors.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

14. Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments

4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory

jérémie

￥25,320

￥27,852 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A two-story building with a balcony, a brick facade, and a clear sky.

A staircase with beige steps and white railings, leading to an upper level.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a blue carpeted floor, and a view of parked cars outside.

A building with a glass facade, columns, and a balcony.

15. The Oxley Motel

4.8 km from Dubbo Observatory

Eddie

￥14,747

￥16,237 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A hotel room with two beds, a brown leather chair, and a small table with a book.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a brick deck and a metal fence.

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a small sink.

A water play area with colorful poles and a fountain.

16. Fountain View Motel

4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory

Sandra

￥16,713

￥18,510 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A spacious restaurant interior with wooden tables and chairs, a central counter, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

A sign for Cascades Motor Inn with amenities including a conference center, restaurant, weddings & function rooms, and wireless internet.

A swimming pool with a mural of flamingos and waves on the adjacent wall.

17. Cascades Motor Inn

5 km from Dubbo Observatory

Ben

￥14,745

￥16,220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A black BMW parked in a driveway with a brick house, wooden doors, and a white porch railing.

A traditional brick building with a red awning labeled "RESTAURANT" and a covered porch with columns.

A hallway with a tiled floor leading to a door.

A swimming pool with a tiled edge and a brick border.

18. Australian Heritage Motor Inn

4.7 km from Dubbo Observatory

Rodney

￥16,641

￥18,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and palm trees, with a building in the background.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a small desk area with a chair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, a small plant, and a stainless steel dishwasher.

19. Country Leisure Motor Inn

4.9 km from Dubbo Observatory

Martina

￥16,645

￥18,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in microwave, a coffee maker, and a patterned backsplash.

A hotel room with two beds, each with a yellow and white bedspread, a grey towel on one bed, and a lamp on the nightstand.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a magazine on the counter.

20. Manera Heights Apartment Motel

6.8 km from Dubbo Observatory

Jake

￥18,026

￥19,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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Compare popular hotels close to Dubbo Observatory

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Dubbo Rhino Lodge	9.2 Wonderful 123 reviews	View
Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
The Aberdeen Motel	9.2 Wonderful 836 reviews	View
Matilda Motor Inn	8.6 Excellent 721 reviews	View
Abel Tasman Motor Inn	9.0 Wonderful 541 reviews	View

Top Dubbo Observatory Hotel Reviews

Orana Motel Dubbo

10/10 Excellent

"So clean and bed super comfy. Great shower. So well maintained in and out. Would not stay anywhere else in Dubbo now."

Abel Tasman Motor Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean,easy parking, and friendly staff"

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

10/10 Excellent

"Jacon is very helpful and knowledgable as our tour guide. The lodge is clean and well maintained. The view is amazing. Dinner and breakfast are both tasty. Everything is well organised. We rented bicycles to go around the zoo the next day and it was fun as well. I would recommend the trip and the animal view lodge. Thank you for a wonderful experience"

Matilda Motor Inn

8/10 Good

"Good location and value for money"

Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location"

Dubbo Rhino Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean, tidy, and very comfortable. Its location was excellent, just a short distance from both the zoo and the observatory. The air conditioning worked perfectly, keeping the room warm and cosy throughout our stay. Breakfast at the restaurant was delicious, and our kids absolutely loved the place. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would happily recommend it."

Regand Retreat. Pool & Alfresco. South Dubbo.

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable, well-maintained and modern home in a pleasant neighborhood. Great layout for families. Easy check-in.Prompt replies to our questions.Perfect for our 5 night stay to visit the zoo and other local attractions."

Mediterranean Escape – Pool, Pizza Oven & Near Zoo

10/10 Excellent

"If I was returning to Dubbo I wouldn't hesitate to book again. It's one of those rare places where the photos don't do it justice. It's a large thoughtfully designed home that is perfect for a multi-generational stay."

Sunningdale - Pool Entertainer, Luxurious Living

10/10 Excellent

"Seamless check in, house as pictured newly renovated with great living spaces, close to zoo. 10 min drive to town. "

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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Red Earth Estate

7.6/10 (65 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Red Earth Estate during your travels to Dubbo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Lazy River Estate

8.4/10 (67 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Lazy River Estate during your trip to Dubbo. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Western Plains Cultural Centre

9.0/10 (103 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Western Plains Cultural Centre during your trip to Dubbo. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Dubbo Showground

8.0/10 (85 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Dubbo Showground during your trip to Dubbo. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Old Dubbo Gaol

9.0/10 (433 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Dubbo with a stop at Old Dubbo Gaol. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre

8.6/10 (30 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre during your trip to Dubbo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Macquarie Regional Library

9.2/10 (13 reviews)

Macquarie Regional Library is just one of the places to see in Dubbo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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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 113 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Dubbo Observatory?

Adjacent to Dubbo Observatory, Dubbo Rhino Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers a restaurant and free parking. Another good choice is Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.

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

Expedia has 113 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Dubbo Observatory?

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Dubbo Observatory, click here.

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 Red Earth Estate or Apex Oval while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Dubbo Observatory hotels

1. Dubbo Rhino Lodge

2. Cattleman's Country Motor Inn & Serviced Apartments

3. The Aberdeen Motel

4. Matilda Motor Inn

5. Abel Tasman Motor Inn

6. Shearing Shed Motor Inn

7. Orana Motel Dubbo

8. Golden West Motor Inn

9. Tallarook Motor Inn

10. Green Gables Motel

11. Christine Griffiths Units

12. Nightcap at Macquarie Inn

13. Quality Inn Dubbo International

14. Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments

15. The Oxley Motel

16. Fountain View Motel

17. Cascades Motor Inn

18. Australian Heritage Motor Inn

19. Country Leisure Motor Inn

20. Manera Heights Apartment Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Dubbo Observatory

Top Dubbo Observatory Hotel Reviews

Orana Motel Dubbo

Abel Tasman Motor Inn

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Matilda Motor Inn

Quest Dubbo Serviced Apartments

Dubbo Rhino Lodge

Regand Retreat. Pool & Alfresco. South Dubbo.

Mediterranean Escape – Pool, Pizza Oven & Near Zoo

Sunningdale - Pool Entertainer, Luxurious Living

Other attractions near Dubbo Observatory

Taronga Western Plains Zoo

Red Earth Estate

Lazy River Estate

Western Plains Cultural Centre

Dubbo Showground

Old Dubbo Gaol

Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre

Macquarie Regional Library

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