The Best Hotels Closest to The Bluff in Encounter Bay for 2026 | Expedia

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A modern living room with a sofa, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A beach with large rocks and clear water, a distant hill, and a small settlement.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen area with a microwave.

1. The Bluff Resort Apartments

0.7 km from The Bluff

Australia

Nathan

SAR 402

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel entrance with a parking area, a wooden bench, potted plants, and a table with chairs.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a clock, and a wall with visitor information brochures.

A motel with a row of rooms, outdoor seating, and a parking area.

2. Victor Harbor City Inn

4.5 km from The Bluff

Australia

Mark

SAR 276

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A coastal view from a balcony with a grassy area, a dirt path, and a clear blue sky.

A coastal landscape with clear blue waters, a sandy beach, and a rocky outcrop with a viewing platform.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window with a view.

A large, two-story house with a prominent balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and hills in the background.

3. YHA Port Elliot

9.4 km from The Bluff

Germany

Timo

SAR 247

SAR 272 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A table with a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a fruit platter on a balcony overlooking a golf course and buildings.

A modern house with a well-maintained lawn and a small pond.

A residential area with modern houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

A spacious dining area with a large table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

6.9 km from The Bluff

Australia

scott

SAR 382

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A beach scene with a striped beach umbrella, a straw hat, and flip-flops on a towel.

A building with a sign reading "PANCO Victor Harbor."

A wooden table with a cheese board, a bottle of wine, and a person pouring wine into a glass.

A modern kitchen with white subway tiles, a wooden countertop, a built-in sink with a gold faucet, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Pan Co Victor Harbor

4.2 km from The Bluff

Australia

Philip

SAR 339

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden beams, hanging lights, and tables with chairs. There are chalkboards with menus and a bar area in the background.

A coastal building with a sign reading "ANCHORAGE GUEST HOUSE" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, and a door with glass panels.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a painting, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

6. Anchorage Seafront Hotel

4.6 km from The Bluff

SAR 189

SAR 210 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, a central bar area, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a balcony with a tree.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the sea and trees.

7. Nightcap at Hotel Victor

4.2 km from The Bluff

Australia

David

SAR 375

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern interior with a seating area, a kitchen, and a bar.

A reception area with a wooden door, a potted plant, and a sign above the door.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

A room with a brick wall, a black sofa with a cushion, two black chairs, a small table, and a wooden door.

8. Motel Goolwa

19 km from The Bluff

Australia

Bernard

SAR 331

SAR 404 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and a built-in stove.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A residential property with a front yard featuring a miniature golf course, a windmill, and a large wooden barrel.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a TV mounted on the wall.

9. Victor Harbor Holiday Park

3.7 km from The Bluff

Australia

Robert

SAR 250

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A water park with slides and a pool, surrounded by a fence and picnic tables.

A modern building with a covered outdoor area, white railings, and a table with chairs.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a blue throw blanket, and two bedside lamps.

A modern single-story mobile home with a covered patio area, a small outdoor kitchen, and a fenced deck.

10. Discovery Parks - Goolwa

18.6 km from The Bluff

Australia

Peter

SAR 344

SAR 344 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, white chairs, a round table, and a view of greenery outside.

A campsite with RVs and cars parked on a grassy area, trees, and a rocky coastline in the background.

A living room with two beige sofas, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

A neatly made bed with white bedding, a single pillow, and a rolled towel. There is a painting of a sunset on the wall above the bed, and a window with a view of greenery.

11. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

10.3 km from The Bluff

Australia

Kay

SAR 406

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A modern office space with multiple desks and chairs, a coffee machine, and a chalkboard menu on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A hotel with a Carlton Dry advertisement, a cafe, and a vacancy sign.

12. Ocean Crest Motel

7 km from The Bluff

Australia

Greg

SAR 310

SAR 310 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to The Bluff

Property	Property class	Guest rating	Breakfast included	Pool	Spa	Pet friendly	WiFi included
The Bluff Resort Apartments	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Victor Harbor City Inn	9.0 Wonderful 445 reviews	View
YHA Port Elliot	9.6 Exceptional 90 reviews	View
Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Pan Co Victor Harbor	9.0 Wonderful 159 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near The Bluff

A modern living room with a sofa, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A beach with large rocks and clear water, a distant hill, and a small settlement.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a kitchen area with a microwave.

The Bluff Resort Apartments

Encounter Bay

SAR 402

SAR 446 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, a central bar area, and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a balcony with a tree.

A modern hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, and large windows offering a view of the sea and trees.

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Victor Harbor

SAR 375

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel entrance with a parking area, a wooden bench, potted plants, and a table with chairs.

A reception desk with a 'Welcome' sign, a clock, and a wall with visitor information brochures.

A motel with a row of rooms, outdoor seating, and a parking area.

Victor Harbor City Inn

Victor Harbor

SAR 276

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A beach scene with a striped beach umbrella, a straw hat, and flip-flops on a towel.

A building with a sign reading "PANCO Victor Harbor."

A wooden table with a cheese board, a bottle of wine, and a person pouring wine into a glass.

A modern kitchen with white subway tiles, a wooden countertop, a built-in sink with a gold faucet, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Pan Co Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor

SAR 339

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden beams, hanging lights, and tables with chairs. There are chalkboards with menus and a bar area in the background.

A coastal building with a sign reading "ANCHORAGE GUEST HOUSE" and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, and a door with glass panels.

A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a painting, a window with curtains, and a view of the sea.

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

Victor Harbor

SAR 189

SAR 210 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered outdoor area with a table and chairs, a grill, and a view of the ocean.

A single-story house with a blue and white exterior, a covered porch, and a view of the ocean.

A water play area with children playing, including a water jet and a splash pad.

A row of small, single-story cabins with a flat roof, each featuring a balcony and a small porch area.

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

Victor Harbor

SAR 281

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A table with a bottle of wine, two glasses, and a fruit platter on a balcony overlooking a golf course and buildings.

A modern house with a well-maintained lawn and a small pond.

A residential area with modern houses, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

A spacious dining area with a large table and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

McCracken

SAR 382

SAR 425 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and a built-in stove.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A residential property with a front yard featuring a miniature golf course, a windmill, and a large wooden barrel.

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a TV mounted on the wall.

Victor Harbor Holiday Park

Victor Harbor

SAR 250

SAR 391 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Top The Bluff Hotel Reviews

The Bluff Resort Apartments

The Bluff Resort Apartments

8/10 Good

"Clean room, good views. Easy to get to, good value for money."

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

8/10 Good

"Great view and location. Free nibbles and wine a bonus!"

Breathtaking Views of Encounter Bay Pet Friendly

Breathtaking Views of Encounter Bay Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Pet friendly was veryImportant. Fantastic view. Will certainly be back. Lots of room . Ideal space to bring grandchildren down here."

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

8/10 Good

"Good"

Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR

Lake & Reserve Front Bird Haven - 3BR

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay, had everything we needed and very pet friendly.."

7 Passatt St, Encounter Bay

7 Passatt St, Encounter Bay

8/10 Good

"Nice location, good house. Well looked after."

Getaway on Investigator

Getaway on Investigator

10/10 Excellent

"Thanks Tracey for a very comfortable stay in an incredibly well equipped home"

Bayview Encounter - Sea and island views in luxury incl breakfast and linen.

Bayview Encounter - Sea and island views in luxury incl breakfast and linen.

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with nice sea views - Very clean modern apartment - great host. "

Other attractions near The Bluff

Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead

8.4/10 (29 reviews)

You can take time to visit Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead during your travels to Encounter Bay. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

beach near Wright Island

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Wright Island during your trip to Encounter Bay? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

beach near Petrel Cove

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Petrel Cove during your trip to Encounter Bay? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

beach near Peter Matthews Reserve

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Peter Matthews Reserve during your trip to Encounter Bay? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

beach near John Simmons Park

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near John Simmons Park during your trip to Encounter Bay? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

beach near Mayfield Wetlands

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at beach near Mayfield Wetlands during your trip to Encounter Bay? Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside, or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Bluff?

The Bluff is located in Encounter Bay. Travelers like the surrounding area for its restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 29 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near The Bluff?

The Bluff Resort Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. It's located just a short 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from The Bluff. Other good options within 5 miles include NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park and Nightcap at Hotel Victor.

How many hotels should I expect to find near The Bluff?

Expedia has 29 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Bluff.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Bluff, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near The Bluff.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Bluff?

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What can I see and do near The Bluff?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Encounter Coast Discovery Centre and South Australian Whale Centre. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Warland Reserve, Soldier Memorial Gardens, and Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk. At Encounter Bay, Kent Reserve, and Granite Island, take some time to really appreciate nature.