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Our top choices for Encounter Bay hotels

Ocean Breeze Villa | Balcony view

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park

NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
4.0 star property
1.6 km from Encounter Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (629 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
Australia
Amrit
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
Beach cabanas

Pan Co Victor Harbor

Pan Co Victor Harbor
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Encounter Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (150 reviews)
"Great location, simple room with all we needed for an overnight stay. Easy to walk anywhere!"
Australia
Rachael
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Pan Co Victor Harbor
Standard Double Queen Room

Victor Harbor City Inn

Victor Harbor City Inn
3.0 star property
2.4 km from Encounter Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (432 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, check in was great. Rooms are dated and basic but clean. Very affordable price though so wasn’t expecting anything too fancy. We would stay here again for short stay. "
Australia
Owen
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Victor Harbor City Inn
TV

The Bluff Resort Apartments

The Bluff Resort Apartments
4.0 star property
2.1 km from Encounter Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent communication, check in, location, room and amenities. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Adriana
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The Bluff Resort Apartments
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Nightcap at Hotel Victor

Nightcap at Hotel Victor
3.5 star property
2.1 km from Encounter Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (802 reviews)
"The room and the bed were excellent."
Australia
Christopher
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Nightcap at Hotel Victor
Superior 3 Bedroom Cabin | Private kitchen

Victor Harbor Holiday Park

Victor Harbor Holiday Park
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Encounter Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (334 reviews)
"The kids always love staying here"
Australia
Alexandra
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Victor Harbor Holiday Park
Lunch and dinner served

Anchorage Seafront Hotel

Anchorage Seafront Hotel
3.5 star property
2.4 km from Encounter Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Well priced room with a view!!"
Australia
Janine
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Anchorage Seafront Hotel
King Plus Four Ocean View Ensuite Balcony | View from room

YHA Port Elliot

YHA Port Elliot
2.0 star property
7.5 km from Encounter Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"Great location. Great building. "
Germany
Timo
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
YHA Port Elliot
Four Bedroom Villa | Golf view

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club
3.5 star property
4.7 km from Encounter Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff lovely, resort starting to show its age.. room quite average. Food good pub food but at $54 for steak and chips it isn’t great value."
Australia
Steve
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club
Romantic Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Portsea) | Street view

Beach Huts Middleton

Beach Huts Middleton
4.0 star property
12.2 km from Encounter Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
"An amazing place to stay. The cottages are just so beautifully decorated with everything you could possibly need."
Australia
Lisa
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Beach Huts Middleton
Superior Cabin, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | In-room dining

BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park

BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
3.5 star property
8.4 km from Encounter Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (116 reviews)
"Quiet, near the beach and good amenities."
Australia
Kay
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
BIG4 Port Elliot Holiday Park
BBQ/picnic Area

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

Discovery Parks - Goolwa
2.5 star property
16.8 km from Encounter Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (90 reviews)
"Loved everything will be definitely going back"
Australia
Donlee
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Discovery Parks - Goolwa
Café

Motel Goolwa

Motel Goolwa
3.0 star property
17.3 km from Encounter Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (371 reviews)
"A fairly typical motel room in a good location close to town. It has an adjoining cafe for breakfast and lunch."
Australia
Marilyn
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Motel Goolwa
Dinner served

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Encounter Bay
5.8 out of 10, (229 reviews)
"Good bed to sleep in"
Australia
Sam
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Ocean Crest Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Encounter Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Ocean Breeze Villa | Balcony view
NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
629 reviews
View
Beach cabanas
Pan Co Victor Harbor
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
150 reviews
View
Standard Double Queen Room
Victor Harbor City Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
432 reviews
View
TV
The Bluff Resort Apartments
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,002 reviews
View
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Nightcap at Hotel Victor
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
802 reviews
View

Top Encounter Bay Hotel Reviews

The Bluff Resort Apartments

The Bluff Resort Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"A quiet place to stay for a couple in the off season! Check in was easy and the studio was clean and spacious. There was a small kitchenette with a few pans and cooking utensils."
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Bluff Resort Apartments

Hotels near other Encounter Bay attractions

A wooden pier extending into the water with people walking on it.

Granite Island

9.2/10 (376 reviews)
Walk around a tiny island off the coast of Victor Harbour that is home to a colony of little penguins.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Encounter Bay?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Encounter Bay, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. This family-friendly area is known for its array of dining options and charming cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 76 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Encounter Bay?
Located a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Encounter Bay, NRMA Victor Harbor Beachfront Holiday Park is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good options within a few miles include The Bluff Resort Apartments and Nightcap at Hotel Victor.
How many hotels will I find near Encounter Bay?
Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Encounter Bay.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Encounter Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Encounter Bay.
What can I see and do near Encounter Bay?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at South Australian Whale Centre and Encounter Coast Discovery Centre. You can wander around Warland Reserve, Soldier Memorial Gardens or Hindmarsh River Estuary Boardwalk if you want a dose of fresh air. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Boomer Beach, Knights Beach and Port Elliot Beach.