Your stay — Sturt Motel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Westside Plaza — 815 m · ~10 min walk
Riddiford Arboretum — 532 m · ~7 min walk
White's Mineral Art And Living Museum — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
A.J. Keast Accessible Playground — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Priceline Pharmacy — 879 m · ~11 min walk
Broken Hill — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Exchange money at banks or post offices in town; avoid the airport and tourist bureaux as they offer poor rates.
Card and contactless payments are widely accepted in most shops, cafes, and services; carry some cash for smaller vendors or markets.
Tipping is not expected in Australia; round up for exceptional service in restaurants or give small change to hotel staff, but it's optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard takeaway flat white or long black costs about AUD 4.50-5.00; local bakeries and cafes are the usual go-to.
A counter meal at a pub or a pie from a bakery will set you back around AUD 12-15.
A main at a casual bistro or pub is typically AUD 20-25; fish and chips from a takeaway is another budget option.
There isn't a dedicated street food scene in Broken Hill; affordable eats are found at local bakeries, pubs, and takeaway shops along Argent Street.
Woolworths and Coles are the two main supermarket chains in the area, located near the town centre.
For affordable clothing, head to Target or Kmart in the town centre; the local op shops (charity shops) also offer bargains.
The cheapest way to get around is walking or cycling; there is no local bus system and taxis are limited—if flying in, the airport is a 10-15 minute walk or a short taxi ride (around AUD 15-20) into town.
Bring a refillable water bottle and use the public taps is free; buy groceries from Woolworths or Coles to prepare your own meals; look for daily specials at local pubs for cheaper dinners.
Good to know — Broken Hill
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
Broken HillFor police, ambulance or fire in Broken Hill, dial Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police matters, call 131 444. The Broken Hill Police Station is at 252 Blende Street, phone +61 8 8087 1999.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Broken Hill, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sturt Motel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Priceline Pharmacy — 879 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Broken Hill Railway Station (1 km from motel) → Sydney Central (or Dubbo/Orange connecting services)
💡 Book the 'Country Comfort' seat well ahead – it's roomier. From the motel, it's a 15-minute walk or a $8 taxi ride to the station. Bring snacks; the buffet car is erratic.
Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) → Charles Rasp Motor Inn
💡 Call the shuttle company at least 24 hours ahead – they can drop you right at the motel's reception door. Cash only, so have $20 ready.
Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) → Broken Hill Outback Resort
💡 Cheaper than a regular taxi if you're solo. Call a day before to confirm timing.
Broken Hill city centre (Post Office stop) → Broken Hill Outback Resort
💡 No direct service from the airport on this route. Useful for day trips from the Resort into town—get the driver to stop near the resort turnoff.
Blende Street (nearest stop to motel) → Broken Hill CBD (Sulphide Street)
💡 Buy a $6 all-day pass from the driver – useful if you're visiting the Palace Hotel or Living Desert. The motel is a 5-minute walk from the Blende Street stop; no Sunday service so plan around it.
Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) → Broken Hill Outback Resort
💡 Book ahead if your flight arrives late. Cash is useful; some drivers won't take card.
Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) → Charles Rasp Motor Inn
💡 Airport taxis are scarce after 9pm – pre-book via 08 8087 2555. For short hops into town, flag one on Argent Street near the motel; it's a flat rate zone so no meter panic.
Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) → Broken Hill Outback Resort
💡 Bus stop near airport entrance—no shelter. The Resort is a 10-min walk from the 'Outback Resort' stop on Argent Street.
About Broken Hill
Wikipedia ↗
Broken Hill is a city in the far west region of outback New South Wales, Australia. An inland mining city, it is near the border with South Australia on the crossing of the Barrier Highway (A32) and the Silver City Highway (B79), in the Barrier Range. It is 315 m (1,033 ft) above sea level, with a c...
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Sturt Motel?
Check-in at Sturt Motel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Sturt Motel?
A counter meal at a pub or a pie from a bakery will set you back around AUD 12-15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sturt Motel?
The cheapest way to get around is walking or cycling; there is no local bus system and taxis are limited—if flying in, the airport is a 10-15 minute walk or a short taxi ride (around AUD 15-20) into town.
Top Attractions in Broken Hill
💡 Go on a Thursday morning when the magistrate is sitting – you can watch from the public gallery. The stained-glass ceiling is worth a look.
💡 Entry is donation-based, so pop a few coins in the box. The attached shop sells original prints for under $50.
💡 Bring your own water—there’s a tap but it’s not always on during drought. The best picnic spot is under the big river red gums at the south end.
💡 Bring a torch for the small mining museum underneath (free, but unlit). The walk is 800m round trip, wheelchair accessible.
💡 Go just before sunset—the desert light turns the memorial and the city below gold. There's free parking and a small museum (paid) next door if you want more context.
💡 Drive to the start of Ridgeview Loop (loose gravel road, fine for 2WD in dry weather). Do the walk early morning to avoid heat. The sculptures are unlit at night, so bring a torch if you want dusk photos.
💡 Walk the 2km loop trail from the car park; the sunset colours on the sculptures are far better than midday glare. No water on site, so bring your own.
💡 Check their website for free entry days—often on the first Saturday of the month. The gallery shop sells quality prints and books at reasonable prices.