Glenelg

Adelaide

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

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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Top hotels in Glenelg

Stamford Grand Adelaide

Stamford Grand Adelaide

5 out of 5
2 Jetty Road Moseley Square, Glenelg, SA
The price is P6,063 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,063
P6,669 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 P5,758 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P5,758
P6,334 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The room we had was fantastic and very spacious and a good bargain for the price"

Reviewed on Jul 31, 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 P6,049 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,049
P6,654 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! (219 reviews)
Good spot here
"It's hard to beat inner Glenelg as a place to camp. Staff were great too."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Durham Serviced Apartments
Atlantic Tower Motor Inn

Atlantic Tower Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
760 Anzac Highway, Glenelg, SA
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 P6,601 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
P6,601
P7,261 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
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 P9,644 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
P9,644
P9,644 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
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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