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Sonjas Bed and Breakfast

3.5 star property
A peaceful garden retreat awaits at this charming B&B, where guests can also enjoy breathtaking views from the rooftop terrace while staying connected

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Sonjas Bed and Breakfast offers a tranquil escape near the historic Bottle House Mining Museum. Relax in the garden or on the rooftop terrace with free WiFi. Guests consistently praise the helpful staff and convenient location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$2,219
NT$2,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20

Room options

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Butterfly Suite Family | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Butterfly Suite Family

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Opal Suite Double | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Opal Suite Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Miners Suite Queen | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Miners Suite Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sunset Suite Queen | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sunset Suite Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
60 butterfly avenue, P.O. Box 1655, Lightning Ridge, NSW, 2834

What's nearby

  • Bottle House Mining Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cooper's Cottage - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Artesian Baths - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Australian Opal Centre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Lightning Ridge, NSW (LHG) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bruno's Pizza Italian Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ridge Bakehouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Stardust Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Piccolo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nobby's Bar - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Sonjas Bed and Breakfast

Bed & breakfast near Bottle House Mining Museum
Located close to Big Sky Library Lightning Ridge and Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool, Sonjas Bed and Breakfast provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with DVD players
  • Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas, and kitchenettes

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NT$3,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 15 for adults and AUD 15 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sonjas Bed and Breakfast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

As of 2026/1/4, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast on 2026/1/19 start from NT$2,219, 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.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sonjas Bed and Breakfast?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sonjas Bed and Breakfast provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is Sonjas Bed and Breakfast located?

Situated near the airport, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Bottle House Mining Museum, John Murray Art Gallery, and Big Sky Library Lightning Ridge. Cooper's Cottage and Lightning Ridge Olympic Pool are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Sonjas Bed and Breakfast Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 90 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 236 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eliza

Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shaun was very welcoming and we enjoyed our stay at Sonja's B&B. He made us a beautiful breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Di

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Comfy bed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Shaun was great help after we had a car accident
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet and homely. Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly couple.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic little bed and breakfast will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for us for overnight stay Great room , different to other motels along our journey Big room with great kitchenette, lovely bathroom , comfy bed Well presented and unique Loved it Huge bowling club nearby for drinks and food Very popular spot Great town for a stopover on our long journey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, quiet location.

Good checkin communication prior to our arrival. Very comfortable 3 rooms included bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette/dining. Off road parking on the property was good although a little cramped for our large landcruiser. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a cute little property, very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was quite comfortable. Got a text to welcome us which was nice but it offered us breakfast and apparently we were never going to get breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint property. A warm welcome. The bathroom could do with a little cleaning, A step up into the shower, perhaps a handle would be a great idea.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It had all we needed after a huge drive, very comfy bed and great air con to keep us cool.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shaun was extremely friendly and helpful with ideas of what to see and do in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with a small kitchen attached. Bed was comfortable, room was quiet. Off street parking. Wild stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. The host were lovely and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay BBQ was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place to stay. Loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Friendly great facilities. Great location easy to find
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, the little flat very very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Had a great stay at Sonja’s. It’s a quirky place to stay,, beds were amazingly comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home, very comfortable bed, great service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023