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4.8 out of 5

"Very good experience. love it " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 28 Jan 2024

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Hotel Description

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.

Bushland View Lodge

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max
AU$528* Per night/room 25 Mar. - 26 Mar.

Animal View Lodge

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains ratings based on 19 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Everyone (5) Couples (9) Family (3)
5 out of 5
Very good experience. love it

Posted by on 28 Jan. 2024

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30 Jan. 2024 by Reservations

Dear SarahThank you for your feedback in regards to your recent stay at the Zoofari Lodge. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you, we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsZoofari Team Reservations

5 out of 5

Posted by on 27 Jan. 2024

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30 Jan. 2024 by Reservations

Dear MinaThank you for your feedback in regards to your recent stay at the Zoofari Lodge. We are delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay.Thank you, we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsZoofari Team Reservations

5 out of 5

Posted by on 3 Dec. 2023

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6 Dec. 2023 by SB

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad you enjoyed your stay!

5 out of 5
This night at the zoo was worth every cent! Such an amazing experience. I just wished i had booked more in advance to get the room out the front of the giraffe feeding buckets. We were at the back lodge but we were hardly in the room anyway. If you could afford 2 nights i would recommend staying 2 nights. Also the money goes towards the running of the zoo and their breeding programs. My 7 and 9 year old loved it so much as did we. The food was great too!

Posted by on 24 Nov. 2023

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25 Nov. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Samantha,Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your stay at Zoofari Lodge. I am delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

5 out of 5
Great view of African wildlife from animal view lodge with evening and morning tours.

Posted by on 10 Nov. 2023

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10 Nov. 2023 by Reservations

Hi ShariThank you for your feedback on your recent stay at the Zoofari Lodge. We are glad you have enjoyed your visit.Best regardsThe Team at Zoofari Lodge

5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Aug. 2023

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28 Aug. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Yvonne,Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your stay at Zoofari Lodge.I am delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

3 out of 5
No WiFi & my bed sheet was had a dirty mark on it.

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2023

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28 Aug. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Amelia,Thank you for taking the time to complete the guest feedback survey, and for providing such considered and thoughtful recommendations.The insight that your response provides is incredibly valuable. We are regularly meeting to discuss all our reviews and evolving our product to ensure the best possible experience for our guests.The Zoofari experience is all about the animals and there is WiFi in the main guest house. We apologise that bedding sheet was not up to our usual standard. Thank you again for your feedback.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

5 out of 5
Staff were kind, courteous and friendly. Facilities 5 star. Informative excursions and easy access. Highly recommended

Posted by on 11 Aug. 2023

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11 Aug. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Claire & Richard,Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your stay at Zoofari Lodge.I am delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

5 out of 5
This was an incredible experience, to go to sleep listening to the animals and quietly drink my morning cuppa watching the sunrise over the giraffes and other animals. The Glamping Lodge was extremely comfortable and I wish I’d had more time to enjoy the experience.

Posted by on 30 Jul. 2023

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31 Jul. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Monique,Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your stay at Zoofari Lodge.I am delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

5 out of 5
We had a wonderful time! Staff and facilities excellent! Will recommend to all! Great fun

Posted by on 26 Jul. 2023

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26 Jul. 2023 by Reservations

Dear Jo,Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback about your stay at Zoofari Lodge.I am delighted to see that you enjoyed your stay. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us and will be forwarded to appropriate staff along with management.Thank you again for your feedback and we hope to welcome you back again soon.Best regardsDeanne Reservations

About the Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains

Location Obley Road, Dubbo, NSW 2830

Property Features

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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Sofa bed
  • Refrigerator

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Dubbo Station (8.5 km / 5.3 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pull-out sofa bed
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Guests are served free cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 3:30 PM

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 staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/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 each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are not available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.