Located in the heart of Chillagoe, the Chillagoe Tourist Village is a convenient and comfortable accommodation option for conference attendees. Offering a range of stays from shady caravan and motorhome sites to air-conditioned cabins, family units, and motel-style rooms, there’s something to suit every traveller.

After a day of talks, caving and other activities, guests can unwind with a hearty meal and a cold drink at the fully licensed bush-style restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The on-site convenience store provides fresh takeaway meals, fuel, gas, ice, and drinks to keep you refreshed throughout the week.

For those looking to relax, the swimming pool is the perfect spot to cool off. Whether you're staying for the full conference or just a few days, the Chillagoe Tourist Village has everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable visit.

Website: https://www.chillagoeaccommodationvillage.com.au

Phone: 07 4094 7177

Experience a peaceful outback retreat at Chillagoe Ecolodge and Observatory, surrounded by shady trees and native wildlife. Offering air-conditioned cabins, bush-style camping, and a fully licensed restaurant, it’s the perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure. In the evening, gaze at the spectacular night sky through the on-site observatory, where guided 1.5 hour sessions reveal the wonders of the Milky Way, planets, and star clusters.

Website: https://www.coel.com.au/

Phone: 07 4094 7155

Email: info@coel.com.au

Described by the Lonely Planet as “the best accommodation in Chillagoe,” Chillagoe Cabins offers charming, self-contained cottages perfect for conference attendees seeking comfort and character. Styled after 19th-century miner’s huts, the air-conditioned cabins include queen beds, ensuites, kitchenettes, private courtyards, and touches of outback heritage. A family unit with wheelchair access is also available.

Guests can relax by the pool, enjoy digital satellite TV, and soak up the abundant native wildlife in the tranquil gardens. A BYO restaurant on site serves hearty Aussie meals (pre-order required), with options for special dietary needs. With welcoming hosts and a peaceful setting just minutes from Chillagoe’s caves and conference hub, this is outback hospitality at its best.

Website: https://www.chillagoe.com/

Phone: 07 40947 206

Email: stay@chillagoe.com

The Post Office Hotel—known to locals as the "Top Pub"—is a lively spot right across the road from the ASF Conference venue. With cold drinks, hearty meals (Thursday–Sunday), and a spacious beer garden with a kids' playground, it’s a favorite for tourists, locals, and workers alike. Budget accommodation is available upstairs, offering air-conditioned rooms with shared facilities at affordable prices.

Website: https://www.chillagoepub.com.au

Phone: 07 4094 7119 

Email: mail@pohotel.au

Chillagoe Hotel Motel—better known as the "Bottom Pub"—is a welcoming spot just a short stroll from the Top Pub. Enjoy cold beers, hearty Aussie meals, and a friendly chat in the bar, air-conditioned dining room, or alfresco area overlooking a stunning limestone karst. Offering comfortable air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms, free WiFi, and on-site parking, it’s a great place to stay, dine, and unwind.

Website: https://www.chillagoecockatoohotel.com.au

Phone: 07 4094 7168

Email: chillagoehotel@gmail.com

The Chillagoe Caving Club Clubhouse is a dedicated space for CCC members, providing a comfortable base for exploring the region’s caves. Located on Cathedral Street, just a short walk from the conference venue, the six-acre property includes a clubhouse, a caretaker’s residence, and the historic Chillagoe school building, which has been refurbished for accommodation. The clubhouse offers a well-equipped kitchen, meeting and lounge areas, toilets, hot showers, and a tackle room with helmets and SRT gear available for hire. Members can stay in bunk accommodation within the old schoolhouse or camp on the large grassy area, making it an ideal spot to relax after a day of caving.

Website: https://chillagoecavingclub.org.au/

Email: info@chillagoecavingclub.org.au