Near Dubbo Observatory and Lazy River Estate, Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains welcomes you with a warm firepit and lush garden. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the surrounding area with free WiFi in public areas.
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains offers a fantastic location, putting you only steps from Taronga Western Plains Zoo. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include self-parking and cooked-to-order breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Garden
An outdoor pool
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchairs available on site
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Sofa bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 100 per accommodation, per night
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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 there a pool at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains and nearby?
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains like?
Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains is located a short 1-minute walk from Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
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Zoofari Lodge at Taronga Western Plains Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Food
Animals
Accomodation Type
Trip
Service staff
Zoo
Tours
View
What guests liked
Meals were delicious and huge, with a warm welcome and excellent customer service. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
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
What an amazing experience, staff were fantastic, tours were wonderful it really was worth every cent and more!!!
Tiffany
Tiffany, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Amazing stay
Amazing experience. Highly recommended to everyone well worth the money. Great accommodation and friendly staff. Wild animals literally roaming outside your rooms doesnt get any better
Emma
Emma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
The whole experience and activities were catered for, staff were extremely helpful and knowledgeable and food and service was excellent
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2024
Wonderful overnight stay at Zoofari Lodge. Food, tours, lodging were all amazing
Graeme and Laura
Graeme and Laura, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Nov 2024
The rooms are very nice, the staff is very friendly. We really liked everything.
Willington
Willington, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Jan 2025
The zoofari is super good for the kid. The evening and morning trips are super.
We took two days to enjoy the special trips twice.
Sheng
Sheng, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
Everything was lovely bar some minor cleanliness issues in the bathroom, other than that. Top notch
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Nov 2024
Amazing experience.
ZONGTAO
ZONGTAO, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
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.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jul 2024
Had a lovely time at the zoo especially the accomodation, the amazing dinners, breakfasts & great tour hosts all up the family had a great time!
Matt
Matt, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2024
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.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Nov 2024
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
Bill
Bill, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Apr 2023
Food was very good ,experience was great
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
How can you not like living in a luxurious tent in a wildlife refuse? Could only have been improved by willing away the rain.....
Gary Kuning
Gary Kuning, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
It was just a wonderful experience, the accommodation, food and of course the animals.
The view was amazing!
Connie
Connie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Sept 2024
Excellent
Christine
Christine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2024
It was an amazing experience. Lovely animals, lovely people.
Jessie
Jessie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jan 2025
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
Nida
Nida, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
We stayed in a lodge overlooking the Savannah and it was beautiful just to spend time watching the animals. The rooms were amazing and well kept, the guides were very knowledgeable. Grateful that such a place exists in NSW.
Stephanie
Stephanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 Jun 2023
The ‘back of house’ tours were fabulous. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
CHRISTINE
CHRISTINE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2023
Fabulous for the whole family. Staff were friendly and the food was amazing!
Cathy
Cathy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2022
Totally enjoyable. Would definitely stay again.
Margaret
10/10 Exceptional
10 Nov 2023
Great view of African wildlife from animal view lodge with evening and morning tours.