The Lodge Outback Motel

The hotel was ok although feels like it needs a facelift. Good location not far from town. Room was a bit dingy and the pool was closed even though it was hot weather. The woman at reception was very unfriendly and a bit rude. Possibly the only unfriendly person we met in Broken Hill all week.

We had a 2 night stay. Dreadful. Spa bath and shower were filthy dirty. Awful furniture crammed in the room. Bathroom door did not close properly to provide privacy. Wallpaper freeze on wall and paint were peeling off. Bed linen was stained. Electrical wiring and power points do not work. Check in was rude with a reluctance to show room before full payment. This was a horrible experience. Avoid this place

Electrical wires hanging all over the place, wall sockets powerpoints not working. Sheets were not overturned, I accidentally left a pair of shoes there then said I will send money to return they said they will not do that. They want me to send an empty box for the shoes. Ridiculous.

This was the worst motel we have stayed in; it was clean but very old decor and definitely not very inviting. The guest laundry was out of order, which was a blow when one is travelling to different states. Would not recommend it.

Staff friendly, quiet location, easy flat walk (about 3 blocks) to town centre, low price. But unfortunately, the room wasn't as clean as we would have liked. The bathroom floor hadn't been cleaned when we arrived....I did that myself. Nor were the floor and surfaces in the main room. Actually, the room was never cleaned the whole time we were there (more than 5 days), which was pretty disappointing to say the least, although I must say, Housekeeping topped up coffee etc most days. The light didn't work in the bathroom (which we reported), so we had to use the bedside lamp instead. Don't look under the bed....found a used facewasher and a pile of dust.

The room was very clean and the bed comfortable. Mind you the room reeked of anti-septic! However when I checked out there was no "thank you for staying" or "we hope you enjoyed your stay". The woman looked surprised when I handed in my keys (I had to buzz reception 3 times, so I think they were out cleaning other units). I also had the same experience checking in i.e. no welcome, no hello. It was my first time in Broken Hill and not a fantastic introduction to the city. Ok for 1 night stay i guess