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The Bluff Resort Apartments

4.0 star property
Gather around the firepit and share stories with friends as you unwind in comfort.

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Standard Apartment, Ocean View
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Room options

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Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 126 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Basic Suite

Basic Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, Ocean View

Standard Apartment, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
  • 126 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Suite With No View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
123 Franklin Parade, Victor Harbor, Encounter Bay, SA, 5211

What's nearby

  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead - 8 min walk
  • The Bluff - 13 min walk
  • Kent Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Warland Reserve - 7 min drive
  • Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Victor Harbor Station - 12 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nino's of Victor Harbor - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Bluff Resort Apartments

Upscale hotel
The Bluff Resort Apartments provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and barbecues
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Separate baths/showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and toasters

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Bluff Encounter Bay
Bluff Resort Apartments
Bluff Resort Apartments Encounter Bay
Bluff Apartments Encounter Bay
Bluff Apartments Encounter
The Bluff Apartments Encounter
The Bluff Resort Apartments Hotel
The Bluff Resort Apartments Encounter Bay
The Bluff Resort Apartments Hotel Encounter Bay

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluff Resort Apartments on 17 Mar 2025 start from AU$160.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Bluff Resort Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM.

What time is check-out at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Bluff Resort Apartments located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Encounter Bay and Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead. The Bluff and Kent Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Bluff Resort Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 862 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nick

it quiet, view of the sea, parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Nice location, short walk to the water, clean and comfortable, good value.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

JOHN

This is a tired resort ok for the cost but needs refurbishing,Staff helpful & friendly. Has a good size pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Fantastic view from the room. Both inside and from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

The rooms at the Bluff are a good size with plenty of space to store your things. It's a slightly older buildiung so some of the fixtures are dated but they work fine and were nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Could not fault the cleanliness and size was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Convenient place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jackie

Stayed for two nights, room 202, booked without a view, room was great very spacious and king size bed very comfortable. Only criticism is that the pool shuts at 5pm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Basic suite had the best facilities we have experienced in a motel type room. Disappointed that the swimming pool had limited hours.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Excellent views and access to walking trails
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Lovely quiet rooms. Very comfort king size bed. Large rooms. Free foxtel. Great outlook just a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Great place to stay, fantastic sea views, very comfortable accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Really enjoyed our stay, and the views across the water were spectacular.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Great location with sea views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Love staying here whenever we come to encounter bay! A café downstairs would be great to grab coffees, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

D

Great over night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Lovely ocean view, great for a short break.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Fantastic property, awesome staff, I really enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Great scenic location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard

Fantastic room, view was exceptional Very spacious,quiet and easy drive into town. A fitting place to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. Would highly recommend this venue. .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Nice location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Beautiful location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Apartment was beautiful,clean and had everything you need. The view was amazing. Fantastic area to explore. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Location is great…property is a little tired and needs some TLC
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hugh

Well appointed, spacious room 2 minutes to Whalers Inn Restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Beautiful Rooms & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0