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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Adelaide, Australia

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Nestled in picturesque Gover St and surrounded by Adelaide's beautiful architectural homes, this property offers boutique style accommodation, with 1, 2 and 3 bedroom studios.

Built in 2014, North Adelaide Boutique Stays Accommodation are located 2 km from Adelaide City Centre and within walking distance of local bars and the dining precinct. The iconic Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Festival Centre are a short stroll along O'Connell Street.

Spotless, modern apartment. High quality fittings. Couldn't fault it.

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9
Superb
856 reviews
Price from
£93
per night

Guests at Largs Pier Hotel can enjoy stylish accommodation in a heritage-listed building. This waterfront property is 15 minutes’ walk from Semaphore Beach and features an on-site restaurant. Some rooms offer a balcony and sea views.

Hotel was a great place to stay

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8.5
Very good
1,278 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

Located in the heart of Adelaide and overlooking Rundle Mall, the luxurious Mayfair Hotel offers free WiFi, a restaurant and lounge bar. All rooms offer stylish décor and a 55-inch flat-screen TV. Guests enjoy an onsite fitness centre.

Location: Excellent. The Mayfair is central, buses and trams are just outside the front door. Rundle Mall is across the road. Building: Charming and boutique. Room: Great. Separate small sitting area. Beautifully outfitted. The bathroom is spacious with a large bathtub and large shower. The robes are actually soft and extremely comfortable (so many 5*+ hotel robes are heavy but not soft). Soap, shampoo, lotion and conditioner are in large, refillable bottles that are so much more environmentally friendly that the usual small, sample size containers. The bed and pillows are very comfortable.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,394 reviews
Price from
£129
per night

ibis Adelaide offers a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre. All rooms offer a Smart flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. It is just a 1 minute walk from Rundle Mall.

ibis Hotel Adelaide is 10 minutes’ walk from Adelaide Convention Centre, The Botanic Gardens and Royal Adelaide Hospital. It is 15 minutes’ drive from Adelaide Airport and Glenelg Beach. Adelaide's arts district, which includes the Festival Centre and Dunstan Playhouse is just 10 minutes' drive away.

truly amazing stay ! well recommended :3

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8.4
Very good
3,928 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Located on the peaceful waters of West Lakes, this hotel features an award-winning restaurant, a bar and an indoor fitness centre with a heated pool. All suites feature a balcony offering lake views.

Facilities include a function centre, gaming lounge and a liquor store. The fitness centre features a spa pool and stunning views over the lake.

great facilities and location

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8.6
Fabulous
2,919 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

Conveniently located on North Terrace opposite the New Royal Adelaide Hospital and South Australian Bio-Medical precinct, Adelaide Riviera Hotel is a 10-minute walk from central Adelaide. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Everything was great. The location was perfect for shopping and for my graduation ceremony at UniSA.

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8
Very good
6,434 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

Offering 2 bars, a gaming room and free parking, 4-star Arkaba Hotel is 3 km from central Adelaide. Guests enjoy regular live music and free WiFi. All accommodation includes a 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Very comfy bed staff professional and helpful

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8.5
Very good
2,873 reviews
Price from
£61
per night

Built in 1897, Adabco Boutique Hotel offers guests free WiFi and a 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels. A communal kitchen and outdoor terrace is located on each floor.

Located in the heart of Adelaide, Adabco Boutique Hotel Adelaide is 10 minutes’ walk from Rundle Mall. The bustling Central Markets and the peaceful Botanic Gardens are each a 15-minute walk. Adelaide Airport is a 20-minute drive away.

Staff really friendly, especially the girl on reception who worked 12pm to 8pm Wednesday to Sunday.

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8.3
Very good
1,825 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

Located on Hindmarsh Square in the heart of Adelaide's city centre, Pullman Adelaide is only a 15-minute walk from local attractions such as Rundle Street's fashion boutiques and lively cafe culture. It is a pleasant 45-minute drive to the Barossa Valley and Mclaren Vale.

Nice rooms. Quiet and didn't hear others at all. Pool was nice but busy. Breakfast was delicious every day. Staff were so helpful and made us feel so welcome.

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8.4
Very good
2,026 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

This 4.5-star hotel offers spacious modern rooms in the heart of Adelaide city centre. Guests have access to a fitness centre, sauna, hot tub and outdoor swimming pool, plus a restaurant.

Each air-conditioned room at Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide includes cable TV and work desk with internet access. Some rooms have a spacious lounge area and kitchenette.

Staff very friendly and pool fabulous.

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8.3
Very good
4,960 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Arkaba Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,872 reviews

    Offering 2 bars, a gaming room and free parking, 4-star Arkaba Hotel is 3 km from central Adelaide. Guests enjoy regular live music and free WiFi.

    Comfort, service, convenience to where I had to go

  • Adabco Boutique Hotel Adelaide
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,826 reviews

    Built in 1897, Adabco Boutique Hotel offers guests free WiFi and a 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels. A communal kitchen and outdoor terrace is located on each floor.

    Warm, cossy, comfortable hotel. Excellent for families

  • Mantra Hindmarsh Square
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,110 reviews

    Mantra Hindmarsh Square enjoys a prestigious location in Adelaide city centre.

    great location staff couldn't do enough for us

  • The Playford Adelaide - MGallery
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,476 reviews

    The award-winning 5-star hotel, The Playford Mgallery by Sofitel, is a boutique hotel in the heart of Adelaide on vibrant North Terrace.

    Size of room, cleanliness and location. Breakfast was great too.

  • Majestic Roof Garden Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,298 reviews

    The award-winning 4.5-star Majestic Roof Garden Hotel is located only 50 metres from the bars, restaurants and shopping of Rundle Street.

    Great location, very clean rooms and friendly staff

  • Adelaide Rockford
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,151 reviews

    Set in Adelaide and with Adelaide Convention Centre reachable within 300 metres, Adelaide Rockford offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi...

    Great size room, location was close to everything.

  • Oaks Adelaide Horizons Suites
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,767 reviews

    Located opposite Adelaide Convention Centre in the heart of the city centre, Oaks Adelaide Horizons Suites offers spacious modern apartments with fully equipped kitchen and private balcony.

    Spacious ,clean and fantastic location Great pool

  • Peppers Waymouth Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,136 reviews

    Peppers Waymouth Hotel offers spacious modern accommodation with stunning views across the city. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, fully equipped fitness centre, plus a bar and restaurant.

    Wonderful position, great facilities and lovely staff

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  • Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,166 reviews

    With an exclusive location on Victoria Square, in the heart of the city, Adina Apartment Hotel occupies the heritage-listed former Treasury Building. It boasts impressive interiors and facilities.

    Elegant and unique historic building Great location

  • The Franklin Boutique Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 680 reviews

    Established in 1855 The Franklin Hotel is for the traveller who wants it all. A beautiful pub downstairs and small boutique hotel upstairs!

    Happy staff, funky vibe, great free minibar & party bag!

  • North Adelaide Heritage Cottages & Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 83 reviews

    Situated in various locations in Adelaide, Adelaide Heritage Cottages & Apartments offer self-contained accommodation within 10 minutes’ walk of Adelaide Oval, the Adelaide Entertainment Center and...

    It was unique to ne around antiques and sleeping in a chapel

  • Majestic Old Lion Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 850 reviews

    Featuring free Wi-Fi, Majestic Old Lion Apartments are located in cosmopolitan North Adelaide.

    everything. Great rooms and staff. Perfect location

  • Majestic Tynte Street Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews

    Located in cosmopolitan North Adelaide, the Majestic Tynte Street Apartments offers 4-star fully self-contained studio apartments with free unlimited Wi-Fi.

    Convenient and has everything you need in the room

  • Hotel Richmond on Rundle Mall
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,254 reviews

    Hotel Richmond is situated in the centre of Rundle Mall in Adelaide’s CBD, fashion and cafe precinct. It offers stylish modern rooms and suites in a grand 1920's building.

    Great facilities, great location and friendly staff

  • Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,332 reviews

    Located on the beachfront in Glenelg and offering picturesque ocean views, the award-winning Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites offers beautifully appointed accommodation in Adelaide's historic beach side...

    The location, view and size and comfort of the room.

  • iStay Precinct Adelaide
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,634 reviews

    Located in the heart of Adelaide, iStay Precinct Adelaide offers self-contained apartments with a private balcony and city views. It features an indoor swimming pool, spa pool and sauna.

    Helpful team Winston and the night team were amazing

  • Majestic Minima Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,743 reviews

    Majestic Minima Hotel is located on cosmopolitan Melbourne Street in the heart of North Adelaide.

    Plenty of cafes and a hotel nearby close to airport

  • Oaks Adelaide Embassy Suites
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,654 reviews

    Oaks Adelaide Embassy Suites is perfectly located on North Terrace in the heart of Adelaide, opposite the Adelaide Convention Centre.

    I like the size of the spa and the comfortable bed.

  • The Soho Hotel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,189 reviews

    Situated in the fashionable East End of Adelaide, The SOHO is perfectly located for business or pleasure with easy access to the cosmopolitan dining and shopping precinct of Rundle Street and the...

    Lots of space in the suite. Comfy bed and just easy

  • RNR Serviced Apartments Adelaide - Sturt St
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 142 reviews

    Offering self-contained apartments with a private balcony or patio, RNR Serviced Apartments Adelaide is located in Adelaide's southern central business district, just 2 minutes' walk from Victoria...

    Fantastic location, close to restaurants, markets and tram.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Adelaide

  • Avg. price/night: £102.27
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 321 reviews
    Location was amazing. Very close to the beach and Jetty Road. The building itself is lovely. Lovely how the designers / builders have matched the old with the new and given it a nice facelift.
    Jacob
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £101.75
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 680 reviews
    Great design led pub. Cool to stay in classic Aussie style with a twist. Lovely bathroom. Nice balcony. Enjoyed meal downstairs. We were made very welcome and appreciated the complimentary drinks . Well organised. Helpful staff.
    Philippa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £114.15
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,403 reviews
    The interior design of the room was beautiful- luxurious but simple. The colours were beautiful and the bathroom was stunning. The body wash and lotion were delightful, and I loved the magnified mirror on the bathroom wall. Loved the option of mood lighting.
    B
    Ben
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £134.34
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,524 reviews
    Modern, classy design hotel for a fair price. Very friendly and customer oriented reception. Breakfast is nice. Parking space on demand, at the back of the hotel.
    tHeerenhuys
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £134.34
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,524 reviews
    Very clean and comfortable king room 1601. All rooms on all floors on this side of the building would have great unobstructed views of the Adelaide hills. Breakfast in the hotel cafe/restaurant was fantastic al a cart. The eggs Benedict the best ever! This hotel is petite, and compliments to the chef, owners/interior designer as attention to detail is 10/10. The only feedback is that the modern bathroom is very awkward in its design. A fantastic boutique hotel worth visiting for pleasure and especially business travellers.
    Ross
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £149.27
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,476 reviews
    Stunning! This is a beautiful hotel - gorgeous design and aesthetics. Quiet, lovely and comfortable.
    Taissa
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £114.15
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,403 reviews
    This was a truly brilliant stay - such a beautiful hotel with stylish design and gorgeous rooms. Really modern features that make you feel like the architects and designers put a lot of love and thought into each room's design. Loved every second of it!
    Ryan
    Young couple
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 56 reviews
    The property is absolutely stunning, from the grounds to the exquisitely beautiful interior design and layout, I’ve stayed in many five star hotels & luxury bnb all over the world & The Hollidge house is right up there with the best, The bed is just like sleeping on a cloud and the intimate unit has all the means of a luxury home living, As for the host! every requirement and question was met and answered, Peter is truely a Gem and we can’t wait to return… thank you hollidge house for the exceptional stay
    Dragon
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £134.29
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,321 reviews
    Nestled into Adelaide oval, certainly doesn’t feel like you’re staying in a stadium… Feels like a boutique hotel with great interior design throughout the rooms!
    Nick
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £114.15
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,403 reviews
    Trendy, funky designed hotel, great location so close to Gouger Street Lovely and clean and great big comfy bed!!
    Tracy Ward
    Solo traveller

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