Glenelg

Adelaide

Glenelg showing a park and heritage architecture
Glenelg Jetty featuring a square or plaza, heritage architecture and city views
Adelaide showing heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Holdfast Marina which includes boating, general coastal views and a coastal town
Glenelg Beach featuring heritage architecture

Enjoy the delights of the ocean, a pretty coastline, heritage architecture and a fun-filled amusement park at this charming beach resort on the edge of Adelaide.

Stroll along the jetty, feel the sea breeze on your face, swim with dolphins and dine on the region’s sumptuous seafood in Glenelg, Adelaide’s beloved waterfront resort. The bayside suburb is a traditional spot for day trips from the city centre.

Glenelg’s wide sandy beach frames the shining waters of Holdfast Bay. Take a sailboat trip, drop a line for fish and squid, dive, snorkel or surf. Dolphins and seals roam here and you can see them up close on a tour departing from the main marina. Wander along the Glenelg Pier that juts out into the sea and look back at the lovely view.

Admire the stately architecture across from the gorgeous beach. Go on a journey through history by following the Federation Trail walking track, which will take you past important heritage buildings. Learn about the history of this area at the Bay Discovery Centre in Glenelg Town Hall, which also hosts changing art exhibitions throughout the year.

Take the kids for a day of fun at The BeachouseOpens in a new window, an amusement park with waterslides, Ferris wheels and other rides. Delight in the variety of foods on Jetty Road or head to the busy Holdfast Shores MarinaOpens in a new window to shop or watch a vivid sunset while you try local seafood and South Australian wines.

The region’s first European settlers lived along the shores of Glenelg and Holdfast Bay, the traditional lands of the Kaurna Aboriginal people. Walk along this pretty coastline and enjoy the natural environment or venture south to the headlands at Seacliff and the small hamlet of Brighton. In Glenelg North find the wide green space of Anderson Reserve, Patawalonga Lake and the Sturt River.

Reach Glenelg’s Moseley Square from central Adelaide by hopping aboard a vintage tramcar on the city’s last remaining tramway. It’s an easy trip of around 10 kilometres (6.2 miles). Glenelg is ideal to explore on foot, but there are bus services available as well.


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Glenelg Hotel Deals

Stamford Grand Adelaide

Stamford Grand Adelaide

5 out of 5
2 Jetty Road Moseley Square, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥15,636 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥15,636
¥17,200 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,051 reviews)
Amazing traditional hotel
"Beautiful older hotel with unbeatable location and magnificent views from ocean view room"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Stamford Grand Adelaide
Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

4.5 out of 5
16 Holdfast Promenade Glenelg, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥16,063 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥16,063
¥17,670 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy a beach locale, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Always love staying here when I come to Adelaide. Comfortable rooms close to all facilities and very helpful staff"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites
Durham Serviced Apartments

Durham Serviced Apartments

3.5 out of 5
4 - 8 Durham Street, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥16,172 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥16,172
¥17,789 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (220 reviews)
"Perfect location but limited parking & heaps of construction both road & new apartments made it difficult to move about - had to park car in unsecured lot which wasn’t ideal but overall enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Durham Serviced Apartments
Atlantic Tower Motor Inn

Atlantic Tower Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
760 Anzac Highway, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥10,450 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
¥10,450
¥11,495 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
Close and handy.
"All good, person at front desk polite, quiet, seems to be part resident, part hotel. Handy to all Glenelg resturants and activities. Reasonably priced."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Atlantic Tower Motor Inn
The George

The George

3 out of 5
1 Colley Terrace, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥11,656 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
¥11,656
¥12,822 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Glenelg Beach and Adelaide Entertainment ...
9/10 Wonderful! (33 reviews)
"Beds were a little dodgy, other than that everything was great!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

The George
Oaks Glenelg Liberty Suites

Oaks Glenelg Liberty Suites

4.5 out of 5
25-29 Colley Terrace, Glenelg, SA
The price is ¥40,165 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
¥40,165
¥40,165 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Adelaide. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,969 reviews)
"Middle of the bed was very hard. Slept quite soundly."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Oaks Glenelg Liberty Suites
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