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The Bluff Resort Apartments

4.0 star property
4-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Fridge, electric kettle, toaster, dining tables
Front of property - evening/night
Balcony
View from property

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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123 Franklin Parade, Victor Harbor, Encounter Bay, SA, 5211
  • Place, Encounter Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Bluff
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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

Studio, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 797 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 797 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment with Large Bath No Spa | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 1356 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, Ocean View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Apartment, Ocean View

  • 1356 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

Studio With Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Suite With No View

  • Sleeps 2

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Apartment With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6

Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Apartment With Large Bath No SPA

  • Sleeps 6

About the neighborhood

Encounter Bay

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Encounter Bay hotel places you 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).

What's nearby

  • Encounter Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Bluff - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Kent Reserve - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kangaroo Island Sealink - 41 min drive - 43.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Grosvenor Hotel - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Victor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Harbour Bakery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bluff Resort Apartments

4-star guestrooms with free WiFi
The Bluff Resort Apartments offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Encounter Bay hotel is smoke free.

  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
The Bluff Resort Apartments offers 42 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks and dining tables. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Front of property - evening/night
Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 1,002 reviews
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Discovery Resorts - McCracken Country Club

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number 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

How close is The Bluff Resort Apartments to the airport?

The Bluff Resort Apartments is 56.4 mi (82-min drive) away from the Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Dec 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluff Resort Apartments on Dec 17, 2025 start from $90.49, excluding 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.

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bluff Resort Apartments.

How close is The Bluff Resort Apartments to the beach?

This hotel is 7.5 mi (14-min drive) from Knights Beach and 8.7 mi (22-min drive) from Waitpinga Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments offer free breakfast?

The Bluff Resort Apartments does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

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

Is there free parking at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments have a pool?

The Bluff Resort Apartments features an outdoor pool.

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bluff Resort Apartments to downtown Encounter Bay?

The Bluff Resort Apartments is 0.8 mi away from Encounter Bay.

Reviews

The Bluff Resort Apartments Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 957 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 957 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 86 out of 957 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 957 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 957 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Cobargo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic water views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful views, clean and tidy although bathroom door not able to close properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Agatra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The highlight of my stay was the friendly and helpful staff at the front desk.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only problem I had was the mattress was way too firm for me . Not very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pasquale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, very clean, free WiFi and smart TV worked well. Fantastic view of the bay and a spa bath too. Just a short drive to Victor Harbour and Port Elliot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Great place to stay on Victor Harbour
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are frequent visitors to the area and love it. The Bluff Resort Apartments are our go to . Views are stunning and apartment always clean and lovely. One thing we noticed tho that the bed was not comfy at all and could do with replacing .. But honestly such a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Pauline

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was not an apartment but a hotel room Could not see out of any windows as there was an opaque film over all of them. Agitated neighbour, not sure where, yelling loudly on and off during the night through to early hours of morning Significant noise transfer from apartment above where we were staying
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is property is in a lovely position with great views overlooking Victor Harbor and pool area. We only stayed overnight in winter. Clean and tidy, simple cooking facilities are limited to 2 hot plates and microwave. Shower uses a curtain so floor can get quite wet. Good for a winter stopover, probably gets busy in the summer months.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WE liked the interior decorations and the amazing view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Harold R

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was stunning. At night, I could have been in Paris, because the lights in the water were magical. The appartment was beautifully laid out, and quite cosy, desbite wintry conditions outside. Accesible to many lovely walks around the Bay, Granite Island and the Bluff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room 208 for 2 persons. Lovely view , apartment had good facilities, self cater, nespresso machine, fridge, microwave,toaster, kettle. Local Whalers bar/diner attached limited opening. Victor Harbour walkable as is Granite Island or over hill behind Bluff. Didn’t use pool due to season but looked nice, well kept but could be busy in summer. Take trip by “Cockle Train” to Goowla makes a change. Bluff is nice for walking. Would I use apartments again yes but you may want to be more central for Victor Harbour & dining/drinking options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asif Iqbal, Edmonton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One the best places I have stayed at. Staff was very nice, the suite was great and the area around the resort is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the apartment however, the room is orientated with the lounge facing away from the view, you had to sit at the table to see the view, how nice it would have been to sit comfortably admiring the view. The bathroom was beautiful but freezing cold, no heater.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight Stay

We stayed overnight. A lovely studio room, quite spacious, very clean. Staff were lovely. Check in was quick. Bed was comfortable. We struggled with the tv at first, but finally got it sorted & working. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025