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Boab Inn

2.5 star property
Motel in Derby with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Exterior
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Laundry room
Lounge

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct

Explore the area

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98 Loch St, Derby, WA, 6728
  • Place, Kimberley School of the Air
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Norval Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Derby Race Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Derby, WA (DRB)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Wardrobe
  • 6 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Derby

At Boab Inn you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Old Derby Gaol and Kimberley School of the Air. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the motel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Derby motel include Norval Gallery and Derby Visitor Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Old Derby Gaol - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kimberley School of the Air - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Norval Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galvans Gorge - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Derby Race Course - 2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Derby, WA (DRB) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boab Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Spinifex Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Lwoy Chinese Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Windmill Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Catch - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Boab Inn

Motel in Derby with outdoor pool and restaurant
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Boab Inn. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Derby motel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Boab Inn offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations, with coffee/tea makers. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: AUD 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Tuesday - Saturday (10:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 200 per accommodation, per day
  • Breakage deposit: AUD 200 per day
  • A damage deposit of AUD 200 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out fee: AUD 20

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM

Property is also known as

Boab Inn Motel
Boab Inn Derby
Boab Inn Motel Derby

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Boab Inn?

Boab Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Boab Inn?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boab Inn on 5 Oct 2025 start from NZ$153.02, including 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.

Is parking available at Boab Inn?

Yep, Boab Inn has a free self car park.

Does Boab Inn have a pool?

Boab Inn has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM.

Is Boab Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Boab Inn is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Boab Inn?

No, Boab Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Boab Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Boab Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Boab Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Boab Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Derby Golf Course is a short 18-minute walk away.

Boab Inn Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 55 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed staying was a good hospitality understandable stuff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ying

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Home away from home
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best accommodation in Derby
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The drains were blocked in the bathroom. The floor was dirty. The pool did not look swimmable so didn’t risk it. We will not be staying here again. We don’t usually care to much for where we stay, not much bothers us but definitely won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn’t get access to property. Had to ring 7 times and ultimately jumped the fence and spoke with another resident to find the manager. Accommodation air cons not on so rooms hot for a long time. White ants in the skirting boards and pool green
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
I booked 2 rooms on Wednesday 25 September for my husband and me and the second room for an 83 year old gentleman. We were taking him to Derby to visit his old mate who is in a nursing. When we went to pick him up, he was ill and couldn’t go. When we got to Derby, we went immediately to the Boab Inn and explained the situation- they would not give us a refund or even move the booking to a different date. I was told to contact Hotel.com which I did. They said they would contact the owners and get back to me. I have heart nothing- needless to say we are pensioners and can’t afford to throw money away. There was no empathy or compassion! I am extremely disappointed with Hotel.com and the Boab Inn.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No working TV in the room as advertised. We moved room but still the TV was not working. Rooms were in need of maintenance. Reception was quite difficult to get hold of. Would not stay there again or recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is old but clean and tidy flood damaged skirting boards? Could use some chairs in the room st save sitting on the bed to have a cup of coffee
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Yusuf

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its like sleeping in a garage shed
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good secure parking,. Old but clean rooms. We were well looked after by all staff members. Microwave oven would of been good as lacking in cooking facilities. We stayed 9 nights whilst waiting for caravan repairs. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Times in website not updated and staff unhelpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ken

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Hongjie

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A manager who was not there when you needed him. there was no hot water and was told the whole block did not have any why would you still be renting rooms in this situation two phone numbers were given one was an emergancy number both went to mail boxes . Reception was supposed to be open 7am till 10pm manager finally arrived after 12 noon as for the pool non excestant I didn'tsee one.The front door of the unit was rotten at the bottom and the vinyl was lifting the courtyard was ripped up and had to drive around a large hole. This was a total disaster I would not recommend to my worst enemy. Please take this establishment off your books. There is no minus stars to give. There should be. In my opinion it doses not meet minimum standards for any accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Vikki

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Neville

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Septu

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager was rude and very poor people skills. Absolute terrible manager
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Terrence

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people who worked there were awesome, but the facilities are old and dirty. Cockroaches in my room, and generally untidy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023