Where to Stay in South Australia – Kangaroo Island
Resorts, hotels, and accommodation options in South Australia – Kangaroo Island
Accommodation Overview
Kangaroo Island offers diverse accommodation from eco-lodges and boutique B&Bs to practical motels and holiday parks. Penneshaw, the ferry port, provides convenient access to the dive operators and Seal Bay with quality B&Bs, holiday houses, and the Kangaroo Island Seafront Holiday Park. Kingscote, the island's largest town, offers the widest range of accommodation including the Aurora Ozone hotel, serviced apartments, and motels. American River provides a more relaxed alternative with boutique B&Bs and holiday houses overlooking the bay. The island also has several outstanding eco-lodges and wilderness retreats that combine luxury accommodation with the island's pristine natural environment. Advance booking is essential, particularly during summer (December-February) when the island is at its busiest.
Recommended Areas
Penneshaw
Ferry port with dive operator access, Seal Bay proximity, and quality B&Bs.
Kingscote
Island's largest town with widest accommodation range and amenities.
American River
Relaxed bay-side village with boutique B&Bs and holiday houses.