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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 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Outdoor pool
TV
Fridge, electric kettle, toaster, dining tables
Front of property - evening/night

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
123 Franklin Parade, Victor Harbor, Encounter Bay, SA, 5211
  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • The Bluff
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Apartment with Large Bath No Spa | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

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

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Basic Suite | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Basic Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

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

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Standard Apartment, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Apartment, Ocean View

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

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Studio, Ocean View

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

Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio With Ocean View

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

Standard Apartment With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Suite With No View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Bluff - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Victor Harbor Golf Club - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • South Australian Whale Centre - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nino's of Victor Harbor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jf & C - ‬7 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.

Languages

English

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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

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.

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.

The Bluff Resort Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 483 out of 907 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 313 out of 907 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 907 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 907 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 907 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Except for the very uncomfortable bed our stay was lovely, clean with wonderful views over looking pool and bay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merrilee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous views. Really clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas Allan

Great location, but rooms need updating. Stayed previously but not much has changed. Ps kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

kerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay - clean, quiet and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool closing at 5 pm was the only grumble ! Everything else was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view overlooking Encounter Bay and Victor Harbor was serene and full of interest. The apartment was clean and exremely quiet. There is one good restaurant 5 minutes walk away, but a car is needed for any others, a 10 minute drive to Victor Harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

michele

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor and Robynne

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

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great, quiet little spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron, Maroochydore

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Comfy bed. Great views. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jackie

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

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Can’t fault the property. However the guests (father and child) were talking loud enough to wake us up around 9:30 pm. Went to bed early after a long 4-1/2 hours drive. Then a man, not sure if this is the same man started a conversation around 9:55 pm. And this morning the same girl was making too much noise to wake us up at 7:30 am.can’t sleep anymore.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

Nick

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool open only 9-5!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic view from the room. Both inside and from balcony.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

6/10 Okay

JOHN

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Nick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it quiet, view of the sea, parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025