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Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

2.5 star property
Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$836
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May

Explore the area

Map
Obley Road, Dubbo, NSW, 2830
  • Taronga Western Plains Zoo
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dubbo Observatory
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Dubbo Showground
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Dubbo, NSW (DBO)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Animal View Lodge

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Sofa bed
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Dubbo

At Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains, you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Taronga Western Plains Zoo and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Dubbo Observatory. Highlights at this lodge include free cooked-to-order breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This smoke-free lodge offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Dubbo lodge include Dubbo Visitors Information Centre and Old Dubbo Gaol.
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What's nearby

  • Taronga Western Plains Zoo - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dubbo Observatory - 8 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Old Dubbo Gaol - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Dubbo Showground - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Lazy River Estate - 16 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Dubbo Station - 31 min drive
  • Dubbo, NSW (DBO) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Dubbo Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Milestone Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hog's Breath Cafe - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Lodge with free breakfast, steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains also features an outdoor pool, a garden, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This Dubbo lodge is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and complimentary slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, coffee/tea makers and minibars. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 cots/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Zoofari At Taronga Plains
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Lodge
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Dubbo
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Lodge Dubbo

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?

Yep, Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?

As of 27 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains on 15 May 2025 start from AU$836.0, 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.

Does Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains have a pool?

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains has an outdoor pool.

Does Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains serve breakfast?

Yeah, free cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?

No, Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?

No, pets are not allowed.

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Vivi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The tours included with the zoofari was excellent. The staff were friendly, some were very knowledgeable others very inexperience. The worse part was the included dinner. The quality of the food for dinner was very poor. The kids menu was more palatable than the adult meals. Dinner was very inefficient, we had to wait a long time to get food, and dessert was missi
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time at the Zoo, the children loved walking to the lookout several times a day and the staff we just so lovely and knowledgeable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Everything was lovely bar some minor cleanliness issues in the bathroom, other than that. Top notch
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing experience, staff were fantastic, tours were wonderful it really was worth every cent and more!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nida

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The tours are amazing. Special shout out to Helen and Kate for the amazing safaris. Food was meh. Dinner was tiny portions of frozen food, our family was still hungry. And dessert was literally two spoons of a frozen cafe style dessert. They need to work on the meals, especially since it is announced as “chef prepared to order” food. Breakfast was much better. For the price I was expecting good meals. Wouldn’t do it again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointing as this stay and whole experience used to be so much better. Food portions were so tiny, entree size and there's no way you can still try and call this an African Banquet. So many changes most definitely not for the better.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The whole experience and activities were catered for, staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable and food and service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience and thoroughly enjoyed it. We spent all our free time watching the animals from our deck. The tours were great and were an important aspect of the overall wonderful experience. The zoo was fantastic too and certainly not to be missed by anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Benedicte

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Incredible stay. You won't regret a thing.

This exceeded all expectations. I was concerned upon booking that the actual experience and rooms might be overhyped or a bit silly, but everything was just incredible. One of my best stays in Australia by far. The staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable. You were receiving 5 star treatment throughout. The rooms are stunning and nothing beats opening the curtains at sunrise to 3 zebra walking by your patio. I felt transported to Africa. You won't regret booking it. The Zoo itself is truly unmissable and we enjoyed two days exploring it by car and bicycle. The animals are superbly treated and have enormous enclosures. 5 stars.
View from giraffe viewing area right next to lodges.
View back to safari lodges from within the enclosure (during safari)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary Kuning

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
How can you not like living in a luxurious tent in a wildlife refuse? Could only have been improved by willing away the rain.....
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ZONGTAO

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

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

Excellent stay with the animals

Absolutely amazing stay. Excellent view of zoo animals from room. Staff were friendly and went beyond excellent to make stay enjoyable.comfortable room with great views. Included activities were amazing and made a more enjoyable stay. Excellent meals included. Every one should do this trip at least once in their life
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willington

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very nice, the staff is very friendly. We really liked everything.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Wonderful safari based experience

Wonderful experience with very professional staff, accommodation is amazing. All meals fully catered and wonderful. Make sure you arrive at 2.00pm to make the most of your stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Junior

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great night of accommodation, the only problem was the menu variety. The evening meal wasn’t very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend Zoofari lodges, upon arrival a warm welcome with a swift check in process, then shown to our magnificent tents, with everything required for our two night stay. Stylish with cosy bedding, heating, tea coffee's, bath robes, hot showers, etc. Amazing meals in morning and evenings in an intimate african style restaurant. Well informed tours and oustanding customer relations made us feel very welcome and looked after. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

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

If I could give more than 10/10, I would!

This place is absolutely amazing and worth every cent! Firstly, the staff are incredible - everyone was so nice, welcoming, accommodating and nothing was too much trouble. I had a medical episode and they checked in with me whilst in hospital (so lovely) then on our return, they had saved dinner for us, set us up by the fire in the Lodge to relax and unwind. The food was delicious! African dishes with amazing flavours. It was great to get many small dishes to share so you could try so many things including crocodile and camel! The chef is accommodating with any allergies, requests etc. She also came out to make sure everyone was happy and answer any questions we had about the dishes. Breakfast dishes were beautiful as well. The grounds are great and you definitely feel like you are out in the middle of nowhere. Our accommodation was gorgeous (we were in the Ostrich cabin) it was very private. It was winter and extremely cold. Whilst the cabin had great heating, you still get cold drafts (because ultimately it’s a canvas tent) so take a few layers of clothing. :) The tours were fun. The tour guides were so knowledgeable and you could see how well all the staff of the zoo get along. I cannot rate this place high enough. I just wish I lived closer so I could visit again.
The Ostrich Cabin
Inside the Ostrich Cabin
Inside the Ostrich Cabin
Inside the Ostrich Cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing experience. Lovely animals, lovely people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme and Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful overnight stay at Zoofari Lodge. Food, tours, lodging were all amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024