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Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island

4.0 star property
Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star American River guest house

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool
Lake
Balcony
Standard Room, Balcony, Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Bayview Road, American River, SA, 5221
  • The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Buick Point
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Balcony, Sea View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

American River

American River retreat .You'll find The Oyster Farm Shop and Buick Point within 2 miles (3 km) of this guesthouse. Prospect Hill is within 9 miles (15 km) and Beyeria Conservation Park is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Buick Point - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Prospect Hill - 12 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Kangaroo Island Gateway Visitor Information Centre - Penneshaw - 34 min drive - 29.7 miles
  • Sealink Ferry Terminal - 35 min drive - 30.2 miles

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The River Deck Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Oyster Farm Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Samphire Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KI Tru Thai - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island

Enjoy the outdoor pool at this 4-star American River guest house
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island. An airport shuttle (available on request) and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star American River guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Business facilities
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island offers 8 accommodations with safes and ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies. This American River guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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  • Parking included
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island to the airport?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island is 19.1 mi (26-min drive) away from the Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island have an airport shuttle?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island offers an airport shuttle on request for a charge.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island offer free breakfast?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island have a pool?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island features an outdoor pool.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island to downtown American River?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island is 0.2 mi away from American River.

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill, Washington DC

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly, helpful owners, beautiful setting and sea view, good food, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Luc

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

Very nice place

Nice place, nice people. Nobody at reception when we arriv3d, had to wait a good 15. Restaurant is excellent with fresh products.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Alice, Sydney, Australia

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

Quiet and Charming!

We had a lovely stay! It was so quiet and the owners were really helpful, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely & friendly spot in American River

The views from the rooms are just stunning, especially the morning when the birds are signing and in the evenings when the sun is setting. Steve and Kim are as friendly as can be, and really made our stay wonderful. The rooms have a small fridge, so it's easy to store snacks & such if you don't want to eat at the restaurant. Just check in with them ahead of time about the dinner service hours so you aren't caught off guard. American River has a small store and petrol, so it's a good spot for basing your island explorations.

8/10 Good

John, Melbourne

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

Nice small inn, with great views

Wanderers is a very nice small scale B&B/Inn. It is in American river. Rooms have great views and are comfortable.. The rooms are modern and the fittings excellent.

8/10 Good

Caio, Australia - NSW - Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Modest; Value: Moderate; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Pleasant; got the executive room (#9), away from all other rooms, great privacy.

6/10 Okay

Carolyn, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired, Nothing special, Old; Value: Over-priced, Could be better; Service: Sufficient, Polite; Cleanliness: Pleasant;

6/10 Okay

Ruth, Australia - NSW - Regional NSW

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Ordinary; Value: Over-priced; Service: Tardy; Cleanliness: Pleasant; Very overpriced and didn't include breakfast. The whole facility is tired and run down

8/10 Good

Jeffrey, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Unpretentious, Modest; Value: Affordable; Service: Go the extra mile, Chris was great!; Cleanliness: Pleasant; NA

8/10 Good

Geoffrey, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Over-priced; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Spotless; Cost very high in relation to services delivered

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Familiäres Hotel

Ruhig gelegenes familiäres kleines Haus. Sehr gut gepflegt. Geräumiges Zimmer mi Ausnahme des Bads. Dusche etwas sehr klein. Hervorragendes Restaurant und sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

very nice hotel

The breakfast and dinner is fatastic! Better than many famous restraurant! The view is beautiful as well.