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 Ali's Underground Studio

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# 3 Lot 2049 Shaw Place, 5723 Coober Pedy, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 172 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

9.1
Wonderful
172 reviews

Key box was kept in the savebox & easy to find.

Hyojin Australia

Super clean and comfortable space. Loved the underground experience. Ali's local tips were really helpful and took our stay in Coober Pedy to the next level.

Sam United States of America

Underground is definitely the way to stay in Coober Pedy !! We loved opening the door to a very different look to the everyday room !! Had a choice of beds and we went for the one that was in a cave within a cave !! Ali is so well organized and saved us a trip to tourist info - so good to have maps and tourist tips supplied in the room ( as well as very clear checkin info pre arrival)

Barry Australia

The room was very well equipped and there were a number of finishing touches, such as ornaments, etc

Ggtour Australia

Had everything we needed. Cosy & comfortable. Quiet location. Clean. Great sunrise views from just out the front door. Great way to experience living in a dugout like a Coober Pedy local. Ali was super responsive & helpful. Thanks for a great stay!

Octavia Australia

beautifully appointed little gem with all the little touches that make it feel like home.

Carolyn Australia

Loved everything about this place, the communication from the host was amazing, tourist tips were great, view is stunning and we had everything we needed. Loved going through the DVD collection too.(wish I could have communicated back with Ali but something was wrong with booking.com and it wouldn't let me message the host -Sorry Ali). Highly suggest!!

Rosenberger Australia

It was a great experience for us to stay in an underground accommodation. The studio was very clean and most beautiful with great facilities. Views of sunset and sunrise from the accommodation were so awesome. Ali was an attentive host. Prior to our arrival, he sent us lots of information to ensure that we make the most of our short stay at CP, a town like no others and a fascinating place to visit.

Huong Australia

Easy to access, beautiful location on the hill nice sunset and sunrise views. My son loved the underground special house. Lots of beds space and we loved the washing machine after spending nearly a week in campervan!

Sarah Australia

The house is so amazing, excellent service, Ali gives lots of useful tips …we only stay for two days, will come again in future.

Justin_777 China
9.1
Wonderful
172 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Key box was kept in the savebox & easy to find.”
    Hyojin Hyojin Australia Australia
  • “Super clean and comfortable space. Loved the underground experience. Ali's local tips were really helpful and took our stay in Coober Pedy to the next level.”
    Sam Sam United States of America United States of America
  • “Underground is definitely the way to stay in Coober Pedy !! We loved opening the door to a very different look to the everyday room !!”
    Barry Barry Australia Australia
  • “The room was very well equipped and there were a number of finishing touches, such as ornaments, etc”
    Ggtour Ggtour Australia Australia
  • “Had everything we needed. Cosy & comfortable. Quiet location. Clean. Great sunrise views from just out the front door. Great way to experience living in a dugout like a Coober Pedy local.”
    Octavia Octavia Australia Australia
  • “beautifully appointed little gem with all the little touches that make it feel like home.”
    Carolyn Carolyn Australia Australia
  • “Loved everything about this place, the communication from the host was amazing, tourist tips were great, view is stunning and we had everything we needed.”
    Rosenberger Rosenberger Australia Australia
  • “It was a great experience for us to stay in an underground accommodation. The studio was very clean and most beautiful with great facilities.”
    Huong Huong Australia Australia
  • “Easy to access, beautiful location on the hill nice sunset and sunrise views. My son loved the underground special house.”
    Sarah Sarah Australia Australia
  • “The house is so amazing, excellent service, Ali gives lots of useful tips …we only stay for two days, will come again in future.”
    Justin_777 Justin_777 China China

Categories:

  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi7.5
Whole apartment
323 ft²
Size
Kitchen
Mountain view
Garden
Pet friendly
Washing machine

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At Ali's Underground Studio, Coober Pedy, you will enjoy a unique experience of staying underground, with the choice of sleeping in a queen-sized bed dug into the wall or in the open plan area of the studio.

Ali's Underground Studio, self-contained studio has a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave. Towels and bed linen are provided and there is a private bathroom with a small bath.

Guests can sit above ground in the evenings to star gaze and chat.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Ali's Underground Studio has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 15, 2017

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Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Free parking

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guest reviews

9.1
Wonderful · 172 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.4
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.3
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi7.5

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  • Hyojin
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Key box was kept in the savebox & easy to find.”
  • Sam
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Super clean and comfortable space. Loved the underground experience. Ali's local tips were really helpful and took our stay in Coober Pedy to the next level.”
  • Barry
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Underground is definitely the way to stay in Coober Pedy !! We loved opening the door to a very different look to the everyday room !! Had a choice of beds and we went for the one that was in a cave within a cave !! Ali is so well organized and...”
  • Ggtour
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The room was very well equipped and there were a number of finishing touches, such as ornaments, etc”
  • Octavia
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Had everything we needed. Cosy & comfortable. Quiet location. Clean. Great sunrise views from just out the front door. Great way to experience living in a dugout like a Coober Pedy local. Ali was super responsive & helpful. Thanks for a great stay!”
  • Carolyn
    AustraliaAustralia
    “beautifully appointed little gem with all the little touches that make it feel like home.”
  • Rosenberger
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Loved everything about this place, the communication from the host was amazing, tourist tips were great, view is stunning and we had everything we needed. Loved going through the DVD collection too.(wish I could have communicated back with Ali but...”
  • Huong
    AustraliaAustralia
    “It was a great experience for us to stay in an underground accommodation. The studio was very clean and most beautiful with great facilities. Views of sunset and sunrise from the accommodation were so awesome. Ali was an attentive host. Prior to...”
  • Sarah
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Easy to access, beautiful location on the hill nice sunset and sunrise views. My son loved the underground special house. Lots of beds space and we loved the washing machine after spending nearly a week in campervan!”
  • Justin_777
    ChinaChina
    “The house is so amazing, excellent service, Ali gives lots of useful tips …we only stay for two days, will come again in future.”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi Ali, we are travelling through in April next year and are looking to give the kid's an underground experience for a night. We are traveling with our campervan. Are your parking facilities able to accommodate a car and campervan overnight if we stayed with you? Many thanks Lisa
    Hi Lisa, Great you're booking so far ahead! As you will be at the end of a very quiet and secure no through road, there is plenty of room out the front for motorhomes/caravans or trailers as well. cheers, Ali
    Answered on July 18, 2021
  • Oh I’ve seen already on the policies, no pets allowed. Thanks!
    I have allowed pets after discussion with the guest about the pet's habits. The main issue is the shedding of hair.. Please phone me if you'd like to chat as I'd love to be able to accommodate you all. cheers, Ali
    Answered on January 23, 2021
  • Hi - we will be back to Coober Pedy in Oct for filming of a TV Series and are looking for additional houses to rent. Could you please advise if your whole property is available? At this stage it would be 11 Oct - 6 Nov. Hope to hear from you soon, we are in town now if we could have look?
    Thank you for your enquiry about Ali's Underground. I have many bookings already for your dates. I could host from 11-17 Oct, then 23 oct to 4 Nov. All photos are on booking.com. If needed I can arrange a viewing. cheers, Ali
    Answered on August 28, 2021
  • Do you allow dogs in the room? Thanks!
    Hi, Good news that you’re planning an adventure to Coober Pedy! What kind of dog do you have? I’d like to chat personally with you about your dog. Please phone me to discuss your needs. cheers, Ali
    Answered on January 23, 2021
  • hi i will be towing a caravan is there safe parking out front of the rooms
    As you will be at the end of a very quiet and secure no through road, there is plenty of room out the front for motorhomes/caravans or trailers as well...just take care not to block traffic access to #4. See Photos on booking.com cheers, Ali
    Answered on April 7, 2022

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Hosted by Ali

9.4
Host Review Score
Ali
Staying in Ali's Underground gives you a chance to tick this amazing experience off your Bucket List! Our guests have rated us highly for all aspects over a 2 year period. Totally relax in the silence and majesty of the outback! With natural rock walls with many unique features, this Studio stands out from the rest. Please note that all beds are in the same space as the living area. As a fully self-contained studio, you will relax in a modern, clean yet full-of-character dugout - an underground home. Live like the locals do! Temperatures all year around only vary underground from between 22-26 degrees, but in really hot summers, air con is provided to get the air circulating and also refresh you when coming in from the heat. All linen is provided. Washing powder is provided for the washing machine. Dry your clothes inside on a clothes' airer, or in the garage using pegs provided. With your personal 4 digit KeyCode, you can check in at any time 24/7 to this secure, peaceful and private spot with 180degree views out to the iconic BreakAways. All that's left to do is to drive safely and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime. Thanks for choosing Ali's Underground.
After living 8 wonderful years in this amazing community of Coober Pedy, hubby and I have now stopped paid work and are Happy Wanderers in our caravan...enjoying the great outdoors! We love to travel too. Our fabulous cleaners live in our dugout next door to Ali's Underground. I enjoy doing all the fun stuff of relating to bookings and guests' questions so please phone me should you have any queries. I loved taking photos of the unique features of this region. Prepare to be pleasantly surprised by your adventure to Coober Pedy. Can I encourage you to stay at least 2 nights to give yourself time to relax from the long drive up and experience this unique place for at least one full day? If you provide me with your personal email, I will send you a 2-page Tourist Tips sheet I've created to support you in fitting the most in while you visit...I know you'll thank me once you take time to explore this
Coober Pedy is the opal capital of the world, with an amazing lunar landscape, an underground lifestyle and fascinating natural history. Free Underground museums/displays are found at the Desert Cave and Umoona Museum, both in the main street. Opal shops abound on both sides of Hutchison Street and each as very different. A MUST is a visit to the Serbian Church - make sure to switch the lights on at the front to the left of the stained glass + venture upstairs to find another carving in the wall past the baptismal and get a stunning view back down on the carvings at the front. Ali's Underground is right above the Catacomb Church. Visit 24/7 and go right up to the wooden cross and 'look up' to see how far underground you actually are! These, and the Catholic Church never. close. A drive out to the beautiful Kanku-BreakAway Park is best in the mornings by heading (have the sun on your back for best views) towards Oodnadatta then turning left through the BreakAways and along the Dog Fence. The second lookout, just down a track to the right of the big first one, will take your breath away. If you're heading north afterwards, keep driving west to the Stuart Highway.
Language spoken: English
Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant John's Pizza
    1.2 miles
  • Restaurant Italian Club
    1.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Crystal Cafe
    1.2 miles
  • Restaurant Opal Inn
    1.6 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Serbian Church
    3.1 miles
  • Mountain BreakAways
    21.7 miles
  • Mountain Catacomb Church
    0.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Coober Pedy Airport
    3.5 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Ali's Underground Studio

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Free parking
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Secure parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
Freedom to eat when you want
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Living Area
Space for everyone to be together
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
Fun for everyone under one roof
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
Extra comfort
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoors
Sit back and relax
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Garden
Activities
  • Movie nights Off-site Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries Off-site
  • Hiking Off-site
  • Pool table Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site Additional charge
Outdoor & View
Enjoy the view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules Ali's Underground Studio takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

1:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Ali's Underground Studio

  • Yes, Ali's Underground Studio is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Ali's Underground Studio has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Ali's Underground Studio can accommodate this group size:

    • 5 guests

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  • Check-in at Ali's Underground Studio is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Ali's Underground Studio is 0.9 miles from the center of Coober Pedy.

  • Ali's Underground Studio offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Movie nights

  • The prices at Ali's Underground Studio may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.