Mount Gambier Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Mount Gambier
Delve into Mount Gambier’s caves and waters and discover the gem of South Australia’s Limestone Coast.

Unlock the treasure chest to see a remarkable volcanic landscape studded with crater lakes. Peer into sapphire-coloured waters and glimmering ponds. Sunken gardens flourish in the dappled light of ancient sinkholes. Get the surrounding region served to you on a plate when you try local delights and farm-fresh produce. With walking trails, campgrounds and pretty vistas, Mount Gambier is a top spot for outdoors adventure.

The Henty
The Henty
3 out of 5
96 Jubilee Hwy E, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is AU$104 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$104
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (295 reviews)
"Great shirt stay in renovated room was great"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

The Henty
Presidential Motel
Presidential Motel
3.5 out of 5
152 Jubilee Hwy West, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is AU$137 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$137
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (782 reviews)
"Cozy place to stay - highly recommended."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Presidential Motel
The Commodore
The Commodore
4 out of 5
Corner of Jubillee Highway and Penola, Mount Gambier, SA
The price is AU$119 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$119
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4-star motel in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
Great Value
"We really liked the position of motel, very easy to access other parts of town without being right in town. Although we didn't dine in restaurant it looked very nice. Excellent room setvice meal."

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

The Commodore
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Aloha Central Premium Studios
Aloha Central Premium Studios
4 out of 5
Bartletts Lane, Mount Gambier, SA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Riddoch Art Gallery ...
9/10 Wonderful! (43 reviews)
"Clean and modern property located very close to town and cafes. Very comfortable accommodation with everything that you could need. Beds are amazing!"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Aloha Central Premium Studios
Wyatt Guest House
Wyatt Guest House
4 out of 5
9 Wyatt Street, Mount Gambier, SA
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mount Gambier Catholic Parish and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)
"Nice property and apt for vacation"

Reviewed on 29 Jan. 2024

Wyatt Guest House
Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
Mount Gambier
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Mount Gambier. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
Home away from home
"I was really impressed with my stay. It was in the perfect location close to the CBD. It felt like a home away from home with lots of little touches that made it cozy and inviting. I will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Comfort on Crouch- Enjoy this beautiful house right in CBD.
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Popular places to visit

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Blue Lake Reserve

4.5/5(176 reviews)

Walk around the perimeter of this stunning cobalt-colored crater lake and check out viewing platforms overlooking Mount Gambier’s precious water source.

Blue Lake Reserve
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Umpherston Sinkhole

4.5/5(152 reviews)

Surround yourself with greenery in one of Mount Gambier’s most attractive sunken gardens, where you can visit at any time of day for an atmospheric experience.

Umpherston Sinkhole
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Blue Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Blue Lake during your travels in Mount Gambier. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Blue Lake
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Cave Gardens

4.5/5(159 reviews)

Descend into a sinkhole in the middle of Mount Gambier to witness waterfalls and colorful plants tumbling down the sheer, rocky faces of a stunning cave.

Cave Gardens
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Olympic Park

4/5(29 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Olympic Park, a lovely green space in Mount Gambier. Wander the lakeside and gardens in the area.

Olympic Park
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Mount Gambier Central

4.5/5(172 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mount Gambier Central during your visit to Mount Gambier. Wander the lakeside and gardens in the area.

Mount Gambier Central

Reviews of Mount Gambier

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
11 Mar 2020

Blok Gardens is absolutely amazing.

5/5 - Excellent

Domenic
12 Feb 2020

Mac’s Hotel have amazing food and good selection of meal. Only 5 minutes from caravan park

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
27 Jan 2020

It was a very nice and clean place. Lots to do and lots of great places to eat at.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Jan 2020

Wish we had more time to see the sites

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
23 Jan 2020

So many places to see, couldn’t do it all in 2 days. Will definitely be back!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
22 Jan 2020

Wildlife conservation park at Valley Lake well worth visiting. We shared our evening walk with kangaroos, wallabies, turtles, birds and frogs.