Sonja's Bed and Breakfast in Lightning Ridge has 3-star accommodation with a garden and barbecue facilities. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking, free shuttle service and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. All units come with air conditioning, a microwave, a toaster, a kettle, a walk-in shower, a hair dryer and a desk. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in all units. At the bed and breakfast, the units have a terrace, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available every morning at the bed and breakfast. Guests may relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at Sonja's Bed and Breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Lightning Ridge, like hiking and pub crawls. The bed and breakfast has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Lightning Ridge Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Lightning Ridge
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Hanel
    Australia Australia
    Such a great place to stay. Comfortable beds and a great location! Exceeded our expectations.
  • Eric
    Australia Australia
    The breakfast was very nice and delivered on time as agreed. The sitting area was very comfortable.
  • Mara
    Germany Germany
    Lovely room with all the amenities you need. It was very clean and you could tell it was set up with love. Would definitely come back!

Host Information

Company review score: 9Based on 257 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We welcome you to our home and enjoy having guests stay from all around the world. In past years I have been fortunate enough to be taught fine art by a teacher in town. My Art work can be seen in some rooms.

Property information

Your home away from home. We have 4 individually decorated units in the heart of black opal country.Beautiful gardens with Bougainvillea and bird attracting native trees. A spacious backyard with out door kitchen and BBQ to use at your leisure and mingle with other guests. Watch the birds feeding and the magical Sunsets and Sunrises from top viewing deck. The home was built by a Hungarian and has special wood carvings of hearts throughout the property which gives a warm and welcoming feel.

Neighbourhood information

Lightning Ridge is famous for the Black Opal. Artesian baths, fossicking, John Murray art. Amigos castle. Australian Opal Centre. Opal Mining.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sonja's Bed and Breakfast
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Pub crawls
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Sonja's Bed and Breakfast takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 18:00

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 22:00 and 07:00

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Eftpos American Express Cash is not accepted Sonja's Bed and Breakfast accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sonja's Bed and Breakfast in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

License number: PID-STRA-10984

FAQs about Sonja's Bed and Breakfast

  • Yes, Sonja's Bed and Breakfast is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Sonja's Bed and Breakfast offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Diving
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Water park
    • Pub crawls
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Room options at Sonja's Bed and Breakfast include:

    • Family
    • Double

  • The prices at Sonja's Bed and Breakfast may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Sonja's Bed and Breakfast can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • À la carte
    • Breakfast to go

  • Check-in at Sonja's Bed and Breakfast is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Sonja's Bed and Breakfast is 550 yards from the centre of Lightning Ridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.