Name: Desert Sand Motor Inn
Address: 357 Cobalt Street, New South Wales, Australia, Broken Hill City Council, AU
Price range: $87–$98 per night
Rating: 7.9

What guests think

At Desert Sand Motor Inn, travellers highlight a central, walkable location, generally clean and comfortable rooms, and friendly staff, while also noting dated decor and tight or disorganized parking that can make arrivals and departures a bit stressful.

Several reviews mention unstaffed or offsite reception and inaccurate listings for an attached restaurant. Rooms are often spacious and quiet, but reports include faulty or noisy air-conditioning, poor TV reception, and occasionally disconnected smoke detectors. Expect a convenient, budget-friendly stopover with strengths in location and staff, but check details and room condition.

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Location

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Facilities

Parking is repeatedly described as tight or disorganized, and multiple guests report the attached restaurant or bar is closed despite listings. Pet friendly stays are available and appreciated.

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8

Suzanne

Mar 31, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely host made our pet dog most welcome

6

adrian

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel reception was closed even though it advertised 24 hour service. The onsite restaurant closed and not just the day we arrived so that was misleading as it looked like its been closed for months.

4

Jamie

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There was a table and chairs right outside the room with an overflowing ashtray on the table. The shower could've been cleaner. The restaurant attached to the accommodation was closed and looked like it had been for some time. This was not reflected on the website where it clearly says the restaurant was open. No way it deserves any more than 2 stars. Right next door is a closed pub as well.

10

Nigel

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is excellent. Pet friendly. Lovely staff

8

Deepthi

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The lady at the front desk was really friendly and nice. The room has all the facilities we expected. Parking at the property is a little tight.

4

Wayne

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Your description of the property states that is adjoining the Southern Cross Resort with dining and bar facilities. This was the main reason for choosing Desert Sand. The Southern Cross Resort has been closed for some years. Very disappointed

6

marion

Sep 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Parking very tight, ditto entry and exit with tight turn space for 4WD vehicle. No bedside lights (a strong detriment for those accustomed to reading before going to sleep) Otherwise OK

8

john

Jul 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The parking was a little disorganized.

6

ISABEL

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No sign of free welcome drink as indicated in confirmation information. No designated parking, motel full of large 4 wheel drive vehicles parked without thought (perhaps under no direction from management to be aware of space), some with trailers parked separately. No ventilation fan in bathroom, thus everything was dripping after 2 showers. On first floor - bottom step of stairs would not pass safety check. Positive point, much quieter than expected even though room was near main road.

10

Emily

Oct 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super helpful when passing through and needing a last minute place to stay with our fur baby. Staff were so polite! Conveniently located spot.

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Cleanliness

Many guests find rooms very clean, with fresh linens and tidy spaces, but some report lapses such as dirty kitchens or linens, cockroaches, and suspected pests.

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Graham

Oct 2, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and quiet

6

HENRI

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Difficult parking. Basic room marginal cleanliness, poor overall.

4

Nick

Jan 26, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Kitchen dirty,oven broken,kitchen tap dripping ( unable to be turned off)

10

Barry

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean & friendly staff ,highly recomend this motel.

2

Rebecca

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Advertised as pet friendly on Wotif. Sign on door say “strictly no pets”. Unhelpful offsite reception. No designated parking. Noisy. Dirty sheets with stains, disgusting mattress with stains and Punic hair in the seems and evidence of bed bug infestation - I’m not a pest expert but black staining in the seems with eggs and shells is pretty convincing. Spoke to the hotel and was told they couldn’t help “because I’m offsite and have no access to the computer”. I left. Still waiting for a refund. I wonder if I’ll get it! Avoid this hotel!!

10

Sean

Jul 19, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

A stayed in one of their basic rooms and was impressed by the cleanliness. The room was a bit dated (I did go for the basic room) but had all the essentials present and was well looked after. Would readily stay there again.

10

Joanne

Jul 7, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Our stay at the Desert Sand Motor Inn was great. The rooms and beds were very clean and comfortable. I would recommend this Motel.

10

Ashley

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where great,room was large and very clean. Also was quite within walking distance to shops.

8

Julie

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old motel however the room was very clean and provided plenty of toiletries and a great shower with plenty of hot water and good pressure. Cleaning staff were very nice and helpful. It was in a good location and you could walk to shops and clubs if you wanted to.

6

Peter

Nov 11, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

There was no fly screen on the bathroom window, the back of the front door and frame was dirty., there were too many cockroaches in the room, and we only saw a staff member once and that's when we went for a swim. I think the air conditioner has seen better days.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, but decor feels dated and maintenance can be inconsistent, with reports of faulty or noisy air conditioning, poor TV reception, broken fittings, and occasionally disconnected smoke alarms. Noise varies by room, with some quiet stays and some street or neighbor noise.

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4

Rob

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was poorly insulated against street noise and the noise of the air conditioner kept me awake

4

Greg

Jan 1, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Sink in bathroom was severely cracked Power points at one stage weren’t working Air conditioning not up to scratch A plate for eating meals off was severely chipped Overall poor maintenance and upkeep of the room

8

Reuben

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spacious room with good bathroom facilities very close to the centre of Broken Hill and very good value for money

6

Janice

Mar 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean, comfortable but a bit tired, needs refurbishment.

10

Craig

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

At check-in, we were pleasantly surprised to have been given an upgrade to a King-bed room with blockout shutters. The room was excellent, clean, spacious and had everything we could need. The bed was very comfortable and, with the benefit of the blockout shutters, the room had very little light overnight, ensuring we enjoyed an undisturbed good night’s sleep.

4

Julie

Jun 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was very poor standard for the price. Pillows were old, smelly and not comfortable. Smoke detector not connected. Air conditioner did not work. No screen on the bathroom window and the list goes on.

6

John

Jun 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately the AC did not work, but there was a heater Half the lights didn’t work and the shower dripped significantly constantly. It was spacious and comfortable.

8

John

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, easy walk to the Main Street. The rooms were clean and tidy, but a little dated. The carpets and curtains were showing their age, with a bit of wear and tear, and could be replaced. We would be happy to stay there again.

4

Ramon

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really dated, outdone areas untidy but the big problem was that there the smoke alarm in our room had been disarmed and would not have worked if needed, I attempted to speak to staff prior to leaving but rhe office was unattended.

4

MICHAEL

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Cleaning staff were helpful when they were there.shops, hotels, restuarants close by. Aircon ok although the aircon unit was in need of straightning! Room not so good. Televission picture continual poor reception. only curtain in poor condition with curtain parts off the track, desk had a broken drawer. During our stay there was nobody in attendace 9am to 5pm at reception, only a mobile number. We appreciated our stay included christmas day and boxing day however not to meet your hosts at all was unusual.

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Service

Staff are widely praised as friendly and helpful, providing smooth check-ins and assistance. However, several reviews describe unstaffed or offsite reception and unhelpful responses.

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6

adrian

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel reception was closed even though it advertised 24 hour service. The onsite restaurant closed and not just the day we arrived so that was misleading as it looked like its been closed for months.

10

Mark

Nov 17, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service friendly staff very efficient

10

Nigel

Oct 4, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The location is excellent. Pet friendly. Lovely staff

10

Barry

Jun 5, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean & friendly staff ,highly recomend this motel.

8

Eric

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were great and always ready to assist with requests. Room was confortable. Walking distance to food venues. Enjoyable stay.

2

Rebecca

Jun 12, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Advertised as pet friendly on Wotif. Sign on door say “strictly no pets”. Unhelpful offsite reception. No designated parking. Noisy. Dirty sheets with stains, disgusting mattress with stains and Punic hair in the seems and evidence of bed bug infestation - I’m not a pest expert but black staining in the seems with eggs and shells is pretty convincing. Spoke to the hotel and was told they couldn’t help “because I’m offsite and have no access to the computer”. I left. Still waiting for a refund. I wonder if I’ll get it! Avoid this hotel!!

8

Kerry

Aug 27, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

A comfortable and clean motel. Carly and the team are friendly and helpful.

10

Emily

Oct 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Super helpful when passing through and needing a last minute place to stay with our fur baby. Staff were so polite! Conveniently located spot.

10

Ashley

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where great,room was large and very clean. Also was quite within walking distance to shops.

4

MICHAEL

Dec 29, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Cleaning staff were helpful when they were there.shops, hotels, restuarants close by. Aircon ok although the aircon unit was in need of straightning! Room not so good. Televission picture continual poor reception. only curtain in poor condition with curtain parts off the track, desk had a broken drawer. During our stay there was nobody in attendace 9am to 5pm at reception, only a mobile number. We appreciated our stay included christmas day and boxing day however not to meet your hosts at all was unusual.

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Location

Central and walkable, close to shops, eateries, and attractions; several guests also found it quiet.

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Ingrid

May 29, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Quiet convenient location in town within walking distance to shops, eateries, attractions etc.

10

Anna

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Convenient in city centre

8

Reuben

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean spacious room with good bathroom facilities very close to the centre of Broken Hill and very good value for money

10

Maxwell

Feb 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to city centre

8

Andrii

Apr 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, good location.

8

Eric

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff were great and always ready to assist with requests. Room was confortable. Walking distance to food venues. Enjoyable stay.

8

John

Apr 10, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, easy walk to the Main Street. The rooms were clean and tidy, but a little dated. The carpets and curtains were showing their age, with a bit of wear and tear, and could be replaced. We would be happy to stay there again.

10

Ashley

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff where great,room was large and very clean. Also was quite within walking distance to shops.

8

Julie

Apr 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Old motel however the room was very clean and provided plenty of toiletries and a great shower with plenty of hot water and good pressure. Cleaning staff were very nice and helpful. It was in a good location and you could walk to shops and clubs if you wanted to.

8

James

Jan 20, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice and central location to the city centre.

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Dining

Multiple reviews note the attached restaurant or bar is closed despite online listings. No consistent feedback on on-site food quality or breakfast.

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6

adrian

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel reception was closed even though it advertised 24 hour service. The onsite restaurant closed and not just the day we arrived so that was misleading as it looked like its been closed for months.

4

Jamie

Jul 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

There was a table and chairs right outside the room with an overflowing ashtray on the table. The shower could've been cleaner. The restaurant attached to the accommodation was closed and looked like it had been for some time. This was not reflected on the website where it clearly says the restaurant was open. No way it deserves any more than 2 stars. Right next door is a closed pub as well.

4

Wayne

May 26, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Your description of the property states that is adjoining the Southern Cross Resort with dining and bar facilities. This was the main reason for choosing Desert Sand. The Southern Cross Resort has been closed for some years. Very disappointed

6

ISABEL

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

No sign of free welcome drink as indicated in confirmation information. No designated parking, motel full of large 4 wheel drive vehicles parked without thought (perhaps under no direction from management to be aware of space), some with trailers parked separately. No ventilation fan in bathroom, thus everything was dripping after 2 showers. On first floor - bottom step of stairs would not pass safety check. Positive point, much quieter than expected even though room was near main road.

8

Patrick

May 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Bed was comfortable and the room was clean. A minor issue was fixed promptly and cheerfully. Would like to see the office staffed and the restaurant open...

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Month	Average price
January	$77
February	$81
March	$84
April	$81
May	$83
June	$83
July	$81
August	$80
September	$86
October	$80
November	$75
December	$75

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $87	2 $87	3 $87
4 $87	5 $88	6 $87	7 $87	8 $87	9 $87	10 $87
11 $87	12 $87	13 $87	14 $88	15 $87	16 $87	17 $95
18 $87	19 $95	20 $87	21 $87	22	23 $88	24 $87
25 $87	26 $87	27 $87	28 $95	29 $87	30 $87	31 $87

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Deluxe Double Or Twin Room

Deluxe Family Room

Standard Family Room Pet Friendly

Standard Twin Room Pet Friendly

Standard Queen Room Upstairs

King Suite with Spa Bath

Deluxe Double Room

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