Port Augusta, which is situated in southern Australia, is known as the crossroads of Australia as it is at the junction of major highways and railway lines. At Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden, you can learn about plants and animals which grow in the desert and visit the cafe to taste local delicacies, such as lemon myrtle pancakes and quandong ice cream. Wadlata Outback Centre has exhibits about dinosaurs and aboriginal culture and screens a movie about the legendary mailman Tom Kruse. You can also go on a heritage walk to see several landmarks, such as Thomas Young Memorial, Bowling Club and Commonwealth Bank.
If you wish to take a break from sightseeing, Port Augusta has many hotels where you can relax. Keep reading to learn more about the best hotels in Port Augusta, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on June 02, 2024.
1. Comfort Inn & Suites Augusta Westside (from USD 92)
Great value for money with affordable pricing for clean and comfortable rooms.
Convenient location with easy access to local attractions and secure, well-maintained facilities.
Perfectly situated near pubs, supermarkets, and cafes, offering a quiet and safe environment.
Good dining options nearby, with a variety of restaurants and cafes within walking distance.
Comfort Inn & Suites Augusta Westside is situated by the beach, where you can easily go for leisurely walks. If you feel hungry, you may prepare snacks using the handy toaster or microwave while listening to songs on the AM/FM radio. Then, you can enjoy them in the outdoor area.
On hot days, you may enjoy a swim in the saltwater pool. However, in case of cold weather, you can enjoy a comfortable sleep under electric blankets.
Comfort Inn & Suites Augusta Westside
Address: 3 Loudon Road
63.71 km (39.6 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
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2. Comfort Inn Flinders on Main (from USD 95)
Comfort Inn Flinders on Main has a tennis court, where you can play with your companions. If your kids are interested in skateboarding, you may also take them to Port Pirie Skatepark which is just a 700-m (2,296.59-ft) walk away.
You can have meals at Serenity Bar and Restaurant or order room service in case you are too tired to head out of your room. And if you wish to relax, you may pass the time on the lounge chairs beside the pool.
Comfort Inn Flinders on Main
Address: 151 Main Road
43.93 km (27.3 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
3. Westland Hotel Motel (from USD 116)
Westland Hotel Motel has two dining options: Vegas Restaurant - which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner - and Bottle & Bird - which serves snacks. You can request the hotel to provide a packed lunch when you go sightseeing.
You may pass the time by playing pool and relaxing in the outdoor pool or sauna. In case you wish to organise personal or professional events, you can book the meeting rooms, which can accommodate up to 900 people.
Westland Hotel Motel
Address: 100 McDouall Stuart Avenue, Whyalla Norrie
5.24 km (3.3 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
4. Mt. Remarkable Hotel Motel (from USD 68)
Mt. Remarkable Hotel Motel is 68 m (223.10 ft) from Melrose Heritage Museum, where you can see audio-visual presentations and exhibits about the Aboriginal people and European settlers. You may make coffee using the electric kettle in your room and sip it on the patio or the outdoor dining area while enjoying views of Mount Remarkable.
When you are hungry, you can have meals at the on-site restaurant. You need not worry about climbing stairs as all the hotel rooms are located on the ground floor.
Mt. Remarkable Hotel Motel
Address: 14 Stuart Street
61.0 km (38.0 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
5. Eyre Hotel (from USD 96)
Great value for money, affordable prices, excellent for a short stay
Newly renovated, fully stocked mini bar, range of free bathroom supplies, USB and USB-C charging, TV with streaming services
Very central location, easy access to points of interest, convenient stop for travelers
Good variety of food at the restaurant, excellent breakfast at Eyre Pantry, great coffee
Eyre Hotel conveniently provides complimentary toiletries, including a comb, toothbrush, conditioner and shampoo. When you return after seeing the marine artefacts and natural history exhibits at Whyalla Maritime Museum, which is just 1.5 km (0.93 mi) away, you may use the hotel’s laundry facility to wash and dry your clothes.
You can have breakfast at Eyre Pantry and lunch or dinner at Family Friendly Bistro. You also need not worry if you run out of cash as the hotel has an on-site ATM.
Eyre Hotel
Address: 39 Playford Avenue
1.99 km (1.3 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
6. Comfort Inn Whyalla (from USD 130)
Comfort Inn Whyalla is 950 m (3,116.80 ft) from Whyalla Wetlands, where you can go for walks around the lake and have peaceful picnics. You may have breakfast and dinner at Percy’s On Playford Restaurant & Bar or opt for room service. You can contact the tour desk to arrange trips if you are interested in sightseeing.
If you feel tired, you may relax in the outdoor pool or sauna. You can also pass the time by playing board games or solving puzzles in the garden or terrace.
Comfort Inn Whyalla
Address: 99 Playford Avenue
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
7. Sundowner Motel Hotel (from USD 99)
Sundowner Motel Hotel offers sufficient space for parking caravans, boats or trailers. You need not climb stairs as all the rooms are on the ground floor. You may have an a-la-carte breakfast, lunch and dinner at Sunset Bistro. In case you have soiled clothes, you can use the coin-operated laundry.
The hotel has a sports bar, where you may watch games and participate in karaoke nights. You can also pass the time by watching movies on the television in your room.
Sundowner Motel Hotel
Address: Lincoln Highway Whyalla Norrie 5608
4.24 km (2.7 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
8. Mirambeena Motel (from USD 65)
Mirambeena Motel offers free pick-up and drop-off from Whyalla Airport, which is 6.4 km (3.98 mi) away. After swimming in the solar-heated pool, you can see Flinders Ranges and Spencer Gulf from the outdoor deck. You may have breakfast and dinner at the restaurant, which serves Italian and Australian cuisine, buy snacks from the vending machine or host barbecues in the garden.
You can also pass the time by playing darts, ping pong or pool in the recreation room.
Mirambeena Motel
Address: 23 Essington Lewis Avenue
1.25 km (0.8 mi) from Ada Ryan Gardens
Have a wonderful vacation in Port Augusta
Port Augusta has many places of interest for history enthusiasts, nature lovers and culture fans. Many of Port Augusta’s hotels also have great amenities — ranging from restaurants to pools, offering you a relaxing stay experience. Book one of the top hotels on this list to have an unforgettable vacation in Port Augusta, Australia.
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