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Saltbush Retreat

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

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Slab Hut
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Outback Cabin - Two Bedrooms | View from room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Explore the area

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63-65 Ilfracombe Road, Longreach, QLD, 4730
  • Place, Qantas Museum
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Longreach, QLD (LRE)
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom House

Two Bedroom House

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Outback Cabin - One Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Outback Cabin - Two Bedrooms

Outback Cabin - Two Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 2 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

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Homestead Stables

Homestead Stables

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Slab Hut

Slab Hut

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Homestead Stables Accessible

Homestead Stables Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Patio
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Longreach

Saltbush Retreat places you steps from Qantas Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of Australian Stockman's Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre. Highlights at this lodge include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This lodge has free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and a picnic area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Longreach lodge include Anzac Park and Longreach Region Visitor Information Centre.
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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

  • ‪Merino Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McGinness's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Birdcage Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Darcy's Diner - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Harry's Restaurant - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Saltbush Retreat

Lodge with free parking, steps from Qantas Museum
As a guest of Saltbush Retreat, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available on request). Saltbush Retreat also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Longreach lodge.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Saltbush Retreat offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Accommodation at this 3.5-star lodge has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are 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

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

  • Deposit: AUD 195 per stay

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.

  • 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

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, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Saltbush Retreat?

Saltbush Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Saltbush Retreat?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saltbush Retreat on 16 Nov 2025 start from AU$150.36, 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 parking available at Saltbush Retreat?

Yep, Saltbush Retreat has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Saltbush Retreat have a pool?

Saltbush Retreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Does Saltbush Retreat serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Saltbush Retreat?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Saltbush Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Saltbush Retreat?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Saltbush Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 661 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 163 out of 661 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 661 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 661 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 661 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacque

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room & very well presented ground grounds & pool was lovely too. Friendly management very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Spotless with roomy accomodation capturing outback Australian feel.Undercover parking and very quiet.Staff very friendly and gave us an upgrade.Left us with a lifelong warm feeling for Longreach.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Picked up from the train station after the train was very late in arriving. Taken back to station for our departure with friendly service. Room was very good ,aircon good and I was supplied with a requested breakfast basket. Overall I found Saltbush to be friendly and helpful with my requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable clean cabin , air conditioning amazing. Management awesome. Pool was ok but getting old . Property in perfect position close to town , airport etc . Totally would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. We stayed with 2 kids. Facilities were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Surrounded by a lovely outdoor area. Thermally baths included and were amazing. The slab but was just perfect. Comfortable bed with amazing pillows. Hot showers and spacious bathroom. Kitchen facilities, Smeg appliances and very private. Will differently stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ron and Wendy were always pleasantly helpfull.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, private, plenty of room for two. Cabin was great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff & property
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jenice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for our two night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded from a slab hut to a stable. This place is perfect for a few nights in Longreach. We rely enjoyed staying here. Staff are friendly. It’s modern, clean and relaxing. Fully self contained.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a unique experience. Outdoor baths were a treat, but our bed was a bit saggy. Close to Stockmans Hall of fame and Qantas museum but too far to walk to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LYNNE, Driver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Saltbush is a lovely quiet place about 2kms out of town. We just stayed in a cabin which was ok but pretty basic. Just needs towel rails in bathroom. Having now seen inside a slab hut, I would be tempted to stay in one of those. Cabin was clean and comfy. Were glad for the extra 2 blankets on the first night as we didn't put heating on. Ron, the manager kindly picked us up from the train stn. Saltbush is walking distance to Qantas museum and Stockman's Hall of Fame which was great. There is no transport (unless you have a car) from Saltbush. We got taxi into town first day ($15) and grabbed some supplies. Then each evening we got the courtesy bus from the Birdcage hotel to pick us up and drop us back. Shame Saltbush doesn't do a couple of courtesy runs into town, say 10am and 2pm which would be great. We still had a great time. Lovely place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Izumi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved having a hot tub watching sunset😊😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely comfy unit, good kitchen utensils if you want to cook! Lovely bush setting! Lovely and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wet welcoming staff and excellent property and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The artesian baths were a feature!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outdoor bath unique. Level of good service from a managers unique to similar properties. Did not like the very poor sound proofing between attached cabin. Did not like that cottages were so cramped in together and little privacy from others walking by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vikash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a unique homestead, loved the interior design.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size accommodation, plenty of room for our suitcases.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay...owners go out of their was to help providing free shuttle rides to airport, bus station, local attractions. Will stay again next time i am in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the Slab Huts, they were a very authentic feeling replication of slab timbered, but with insulated corrugated iron roofed huts, very roomy with great facilities and gave a true feeling of outback history. They were large and extremely comfortable and exactly what was portrayed on their website. We totally commend the operators who went out of their way to make our stay memorable.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Superb place to stay, especially the Stables room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025