𝗧𝗢𝗣 𝗛𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗶𝗻 Encounter Bay from RM297 (2026) - Fully Refundable Options

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

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

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

A modern multi-story building with large windows and a balcony, surrounded by palm trees and greenery.

1. The Bluff Resort Apartments

Encounter Bay

Nathan

RM486

RM535 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 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 modern restaurant with wooden flooring, a bar area, and a seating arrangement.

2. Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Victor Harbor

David

RM409

RM450 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 restaurant and hotel cafe with a curved facade, outdoor seating, and a sign indicating it is open.

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

3. Anchorage Seafront Hotel

Victor Harbor

John

RM335

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and potted plants.

4. Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

McCracken

scott

RM463

RM509 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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.

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

5. Pan Co Victor Harbor

Victor Harbor

Dianne and Michael

RM382

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a built-in microwave.

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.

6. Victor Harbor City Inn

Victor Harbor

Mark

RM327

RM359 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island, and a built-in refrigerator.

7. NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

Victor Harbor

Errol

RM369

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

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.

8. Victor Harbor Holiday Park

Victor Harbor

Robert

RM314

RM470 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a road and greenery.

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

9. YHA Port Elliot

Port Elliot

Timo

RM270

RM297 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a white umbrella, and a building with a sign reading "Portsea".

A person opening a door to a house with blue siding and a wooden deck.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a round table and chairs.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a black leather sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a large mirror.

10. Beach Huts Middleton

Middleton

Kim

RM657

RM723 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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.

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

11. Ocean Crest Motel

Hayborough

Greg

RM366

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach with clear blue water, a sandy shore, and a few people and dogs.

A modern residential building with a swimming pool.

A modern building with a glass conservatory, surrounded by a golf course and a forested area.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a golf course.

12. Lady Bay Hotel

Normanville

Merv

RM422

RM464 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

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.

A room with a black leather sofa, a dining table with white chairs, and large windows with a view of a house and trees.

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.

13. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

Port Elliot

Kay

RM476

RM476 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 room with a brick wall, a black sofa with a cushion, two black chairs, a small table, and a wooden door.

A hotel room with a large bed, a grey armchair, and a small table.

14. Motel Goolwa

Goolwa

Bernard

RM361

RM440 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a view of a river, and a sunset in the background.

A modern, single-story building with a wooden deck and a covered outdoor area.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view, a small table, and a chair.

A spacious room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

15. Big4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park

Normanville

Erin

RM463

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 modern apartment with a grey sofa, wooden cabinets, a kitchen with a fridge, and a dining area.

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

16. Discovery Parks - Goolwa

Goolwa

Peter

RM382

RM382 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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A rocky coastal landscape with a prominent hill and a view of a town in the background.

The Bluff

8.8/10 (64 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Encounter Bay with a stop at The Bluff. Stroll along this relaxing area's seaside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A coastal landscape with rocky shores, clear blue waters, and a distant island.

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.

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beach near Kent Reserve

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

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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.

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beach near The Yilki Common

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Learn more about Encounter Bay

Spot migrating whales from the scenic Bluff lookout or take a horse-drawn tram across to Granite Island's penguin colony. Ride the historic Cockle Train along the coastline or swim with sea lions on guided tours from the harbour.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a clear blue ocean, and a distant hill with trees.

Top Encounter Bay Hotel Reviews

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay very much, will be back again"

Victor Harbor City Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The management are wonderful, baking delicious brownies as a welcome gift, and ensuring the room had everything a family needed including a proper sized microwave, a Nespresso machine with complimentary capsules, lovely quality towels, and sufficient crockery and glassware, with a little fridge. There is also a wonderful kitchen easily accessible to guests, with more equipment and seating area for preparing a meal and dining if needed. It’s in a great location too, walking distance to the main shops and restaurants and the horse-drawn tram and cockle train. We were very comfortable during our two night stay. Thank you!"

Beach Huts Middleton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful and comfortable cabin, highly recommend for a peaceful getaway. Great, friendly service and many thoughtful touches - wine, chocolate and candle. Has everything you need."

The Bluff Resort Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Crisp sheets , great view ,"

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful establishment and location and the staff were amazing, highly recommended"

Lady Bay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent oversized room with all the necessary amenities!"

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very good stay, despite being currently under renovation , excited to see it finished"

Echo Holiday Parks - Normanville

8/10 Good

"Staff were happy and welcoming on arrival and explained the security boom gate and what I needed to do. When I booked I advised of my mobility issues but I did not expect quite a big step into the shower without a hand rail. The advertisement explained that all units are ground floor and wheelchair accessible. I was offered a ramp to access the unit and I said the steps would be ok. I would recommend a handrail on the exterior steps in some units for people who require a bit of stability on the steps. Overall I enjoyed my stay and would definitely stay again."

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

10/10 Excellent

"lovely stay. Quiet, clean and nice cabin with all you need."

More cheap stays in Encounter Bay

YHA Port Elliot

13 The Strand Port Elliot SA

RM270

RM297 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

40 Kessell Rd Goolwa SA

RM382

RM382 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (92 reviews)

Big4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park

34 Jetty Rd Normanville SA

RM463

RM463 total

11 Oct - 12 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Heysens Rest

45 Nunn Road Myponga SA

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)

Luxe on Seacrest

9 Seacrest Ave Encounter Bay SA

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The Dolphins 7 - A View To Remember

Port Elliot SA

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Encounter Bay?

Based on our traveller data, The Bluff Resort Apartments is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options for your visit to the area are Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club and Nightcap at Hotel Victor. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Encounter Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Encounter Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Encounter Bay.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Encounter Bay?

The Bluff Resort Apartments: Features free self parking, an outdoor pool and complimentary wireless Internet access. Also, another option that features an on-site pool is Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club. View all hotels with pools in Encounter Bay.

What is staying in Encounter Bay like?

Visitors to Encounter Bay will definitely enjoy the seaside and restaurants. Tourists can also enjoy the city's spas and bars. In Encounter Bay, there are 114 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Encounter Bay.

What are the top places to visit in Encounter Bay?

The picturesque setting of Encounter Bay and The Bluff exemplify the area's natural beauty. Additionally, you might want to add Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead to your itinerary. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Encounter Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Encounter Bay?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Encounter Bay is 502 mm.

Encounter Bay hotels from RM297

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Our top choices for Encounter Bay hotels

1. The Bluff Resort Apartments

2. Nightcap at Hotel Victor

3. Anchorage Seafront Hotel

4. Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

5. Pan Co Victor Harbor

6. Victor Harbor City Inn

7. NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

8. Victor Harbor Holiday Park

9. YHA Port Elliot

10. Beach Huts Middleton

11. Ocean Crest Motel

12. Lady Bay Hotel

13. BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

14. Motel Goolwa

15. Big4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park

16. Discovery Parks - Goolwa

Stay near popular Encounter Bay attractions

The Bluff

Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead

beach near Kent Reserve

beach near John Simmons Park

beach near The Yilki Common

beach near Peter Matthews Reserve

beach near Mayfield Wetlands

beach near Petrel Cove

Learn more about Encounter Bay

Top Encounter Bay Hotel Reviews

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

Victor Harbor City Inn

Beach Huts Middleton

The Bluff Resort Apartments

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Lady Bay Hotel

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

Echo Holiday Parks - Normanville

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

More cheap stays in Encounter Bay

YHA Port Elliot

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

Big4 Normanville Jetty Holiday Park

Heysens Rest

Luxe on Seacrest

The Dolphins 7 - A View To Remember

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