Saltbush Retreat

3.5 star property
Lodge with free parking, steps from Qantas Museum

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Property grounds
View from room
Slab Hut
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June

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Slab Hut

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Homestead Stables

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Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Homestead Stables Accessible

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Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

Outback Cabin - One Bedroom

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Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Outback Cabin - Two Bedrooms

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

Two Bedroom House

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Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds
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About the area

Map
63-65 Ilfracombe Road, Longreach, QLD, 4730

What's nearby

  • Qantas Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Heartland Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Anzac Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Longreach Station - 2 min drive
  • Longreach, QLD (LRE) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Longreach Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merino Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McGinness’ Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Birdcage Hotel - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Happy Valley Chinese Restaurant - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Saltbush Retreat

Lodge near Qantas Museum
Located close to Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre and Anzac Park, Saltbush Retreat provides a free return airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Barbecues
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Saltbush Retreat feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Patios, kitchens and fridges

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 10:00 AM to 3 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: AUD 28 to 28 for adults and AUD 15 to 15 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 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 6:00 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
Reception hours are 9 AM - 5 PM on Public Holidays.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 195 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 28 to 28 for adults and AUD 15 to 15 for children
  • Housekeeping fee: AUD 30 per day; may vary based on length of stay and unit size

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Outback Lodges Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge
Saltbush Retreat Longreach
Kinnon Co. Outback Accommodation
Kinnon Co. Outback Lodges
Saltbush Retreat Lodge
Saltbush Retreat Longreach
Saltbush Retreat Lodge Longreach

Frequently asked questions

Does Saltbush Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Saltbush Retreat?

As of 11 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saltbush Retreat on 23 June 2025 start from AU$161.19, excluding 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 Saltbush Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Saltbush Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Saltbush Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Saltbush Retreat?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Saltbush Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 10:00 AM to 3 PM on request.

Where is Saltbush Retreat located?

Situated near the airport, this lodge is within a 5-minute walk of Qantas Museum and Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre. Anzac Park and Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre are also within 2 mi (3 km). Longreach Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Saltbush Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 403 out of 605 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 605 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 605 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 605 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 605 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and comfortable rooms. Relaxing and spacious grounds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Amenities
Great location and amenities. Quiet, scenic and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very clean. Close to QANTAS and Stockman museums.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outdoor bath at sunset was spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great holiday stay

Comfortable & spacious for our 5 nights, convenient location & good amenities. Longreach is very hot in summer so we appreciated the quiet, cool cabin to escape to.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place, beautifully set out for an overnight stay or longer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Stockman’s Hall of Fame and the QANTAS Founders Museum.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here, the hut was amazing and worth every cent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! A highlight of our visit to Longreach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely people, great service and facilities. Perfect for a stopover in Longreach.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little gem

Great service very friendly host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything, quite and staff are excellent.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Berfin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect !!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paarldah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having bed in a separate room with it’s own aircon.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodation, great facilities, very helpful staff and fantastic location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting and well appointed cabins
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent option for work travel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
While we checked in after hours management was available by house phone at the entrance and gave us instructions for getting the cabin key as well as a nice map to the cabin. He also recommended a nice restaurant in the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaunessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay. extremely comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Comfortable and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Estelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at Saltbush it was a very special experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the outdoor baths and convenience to major tourist attractions. This was a fantastic space for a family, and well equipped. We loved our stay and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024