Boab Inn

Hotels
5.7 (312 reviews)
98 Loch Street , Derby , au

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Nightclub
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Adequate for price
Cons:
Unclean rooms
Poor room quality
Amenities not functioning properly

Categories

Cleanliness
3.91
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including unclean rooms and poor maintenance.
Service
7.38
Friendly and helpful staff were frequently noted in positive contexts.
Location
6.42
Location is generally good but needs to be balanced against other issues.
Room Quality
4.87
Rooms are old with some maintenance issues mentioned, but clean bedding.
Amenities
4.9
Basic amenities available, though some facilities were lacking or malfunctioning.
Value for Money
6.86
For the price, some guests felt it was adequate, but issues detracted from the experience.
Food and Beverage
6.41
Food at the restaurant received positive mentions.
Overall Experience
4.88
Guests reflected mixed feelings, balancing good service against numerous issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 04:09

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Derby

Convenient Location: Situated just 400 metres from Old Derby Gaol, Boab Inn offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to nearby attractions like Norval Gallery and Boab Prison Tree.

Modern Amenities: Enjoy a comfortable stay in our air-conditioned guest rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and cozy bed linens. Take advantage of free WiFi, an ATM, and a complimentary shuttle service during your visit.

Relaxing Atmosphere: Unwind in our garden, grab a drink at the bar, or savor a meal at the on-site restaurant. Don't miss the chance to experience true hospitality at Boab Inn.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

5.7
Based on 312 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.91
Service: 7.38
Location: 6.42
Room Quality: 4.87
Amenities: 4.9
Value for Money: 6.86
Food and Beverage: 6.41
Overall Experience: 4.88
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Nevill • couple • au
7
Pros:

Grilled fish n Salad ..
.complements to th Chef.. th fish was perfect.. for me. Thank you.

Cons:

Th walls need to contain room sounds. Maybe don't have room beds against th adjoining wall. Tv reception.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • au
6
Trying
Pros:

Ok

Cons:

Nil

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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kenneth • family_with_children • au
5
Was air conditioned
Pros:

The air con worked.

Cons:

Its a old building taps fell off in the shower had to screw them back on. Bed wall lights dont work. Dim lighting.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Suzanne • extended_group • au
1
Cons:

The smoke alarm went off 3 times during the night, 0230, 0300, 0415. There were puddles of water around the bed. The food was inedible.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Takeeta • couple • au
1
Cons:

The room hasn't been cleaned the beds haven't been changed there were used cups that haven't been washed used towels left on floor, It was disgusting 😕 paid for the room and didn't get a chance to sleep in it. Manager need to have a word with the cleaners and refund me back my money 💰

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Rocco • extended_group • au
9
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Tanya • couple • au
5
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Rude staff

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • au
5
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Sonnette • solo_traveller • au
1
Worst place I've ever stayed at.
Pros:

Nothing really. Did not have a good experience.

Cons:

At check in I asked the staff if there were any towels, staff told me yes there are towels. But when I got to my room, there was no towels, the room look like it hadn't been cleaned properly. I wasn't happy at all with my experience staying at this place.

2026-02-27 • via Nuitee
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Norbert • couple • de
1
Einfach nur schlecht!
Pros:

Nichts!

Cons:

Das war das Schlimmste, was ich während unserer 4-wöchigen Australienreise erlebt hatte. Booking.com sollte dieses Hotel nicht seinen Gästen anbieten. Preis- / Leistungsverhältnis passt nicht. Ich würde da nicht noch einmal übernachten. Nicht einmal wenn es kostenlos wäre.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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yannick • couple • fr
4
Super séjour de 2 nuits mais chambre sale
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • au
5
2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Norman • family_with_children • au
8
Relaxing
Pros:

Good environment

Cons:

All is good

2026-01-28 • via Nuitee
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Ben • extended_group • au
5
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Vicki • couple • au
3
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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David • solo_traveller • au
7
It was ok but give me my bond back. I had the impression there was a microwave oven in the room whet
Pros:

Secure compound for vehicle safety

Cons:

$200 bond for room which I still haven’t been refunded yet ffs!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Gregory • couple • au
1
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Rachael • family_with_children • au
2
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Ivan • couple • au
5
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Karim • solo_traveller • au
4
2026-01-18 • via Nuitee