Adelaide Hills in South Australia is the perfect escape. Here, you can experience the best of the great outdoors with national parks, wineries, farms and botanic gardens. Get up close and personal with the local wildlife at Cleland National Park or amble through Mount Lofty Botanic Garden. Then, explore the best wineries, such as Sidewood Estate and Longview Vineyard for some great food and drink. If you’re looking for art and culture, the region has galleries and museums to showcase its flourishing art scene. Whether you are cycling through the countryside or checking out the monthly Stirling Market, Adelaide Hills is a lovely romantic destination and has plenty of experiences for couples to engage in. It also has romantic stays for them to spend time together and get some privacy. Read on to check out the best romantic getaways in Adelaide Hills, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to couple-friendly amenities and activities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Stirling (from USD 225)
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Just 20 minutes from Adelaide, Stirling is a picturesque town in Adelaide Hills. Walking its streets is a romantic experience in itself, with the trees changing colours with the seasons. The oak-lined Druid Avenue is the site of Stirling Market, a popular street market that is set up on the fourth Sunday of every month. Indulge in artisan chocolates at Red Cacao or dine at The Organic Market and Café.
For outdoor experiences and activities, head to Woorabinda Bushland Reserve, Steamroller Park or The Stirling Golf Club.
Stirling also has great accommodations for couples. You can cuddle up by the fireplace in the cosiest rooms in The Stirling Hotel. For a more rustic touch, check into Stirling Cottage with its garden views and green surroundings. But if you’re looking for activities to do together, Sticky Rice Villas has a cooking school where you can test your culinary skills together.
The Stirling Hotel
Address: 52 Mount Barker Road Stirling
Sticky Rice Villas
Address: 96 Old Mount Barker Rd, Stirling
2. Bridgewater (from USD 440)
Bridgewater is a village with a distinctly English feel located about a 25-minute drive from the centre of Adelaide. It is known for the old The Bridgewater Mill, now an iconic restaurant and a great place for a romantic dinner. Additionally, the area is dotted with other historic buildings, such as Bridgewater Inn.
Bridgewater also has a number of retreats and accommodations for couples, from idyllic cottages with lovely gardens to eco-friendly romantic studios with outdoor tubs and a couples’ rain shower. If you want to spot some wildlife, head to Koalaville where you can glimpse koalas, possums and birds from the comfort of your space.
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brilliant location very clean and tidyRead more reviewsLocation:
such a great stay away the location was perfect
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heater/air con worked greatthe bed is super comfortable and warm with an electric blanketthe room is unique with a nice view and cosy inside touchesthe room was great with a beautiful view and the birds outside put on a showthe place was cozy and relaxing with lots of little extrasCleanliness:
clean and tidy and kylie definately thinks of everythingHost:
amazing host and beautiful accomodationkylie was an excellent hostkylie is an outstanding hostkylie was a great host very responsive and attentivethank you for being the best host kylie sincerely l&p xxRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the location between hahndorf and stirlinga perfect place to spend a few nightsincredible value for money and so close to so many things to do in the adelaide hillsnice forest-like setting bird feeder's positioned so you can see the birds up close host attentivegreat location wonderful attentive hosts
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a very clean and organised home with tons of character and talking pointsHost:
she was a super helpful and quick response to my questionstonia was very helpful and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location feels you are somewhere oversizebeautiful place like being in a rustic italian villa in the hills of montepulcianomagical place beautifully designed and decorated
3. Crafers (from USD 1111)
High-end pricing with inclusive experiences, but some amenities may not meet expectations.
Spa, pool, nature walks, and inclusive experiences add value. Some room amenities may need improvement.
Secluded, private estate with stunning views and botanic garden options. Difficult to find entrance and signage needs improvement.
Breakfast in line with expectations, inclusive food and wine experiences are fantastic. Dinner at Hardy’s Restaurant and overall dining experience may not meet high-end pricing expectations.
Crafers will be a paradise if you and your partner are keen on outdoor activities an easy 18-minute drive from Adelaide. The main attraction of Crafers is Mount Lofty Summit just a quick drive away so that you can see sweeping panoramic views of Adelaide. You can also visit Mount Lofty Botanic Garden for more options for outdoor activities, such as trail walks, viewing sculptures and romantic meals. Meanwhile, a visit to Cleland Wildlife Park is a must if you want some close encounters with the native animals.
Furthermore, accommodations such as Sequoia Lodge, Appleton House and independently rented studio apartments are placed close to the area’s best attractions, offering stunning views, privacy and an intimate ambience for couples.
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the setting is fantastic - an incredible view comfortable seating and a warm firelovely cottage set in an absolutely beautiful spot lounge room picture window delightful to look out fromthe bed is super comfortable and the pillows amazingi highly recommend going to fred eatery in aldgate for breakfast it’s the best i’ve had in adelaideCleanliness:
spotlessly clean fully equipped kitchen bathroom comfortable warm beds and fire placeit was spotless with a fantastic sound system to bootthe space was incredibly beautiful very clean comfortable & in a great locationthe grounds are lovely with some interesting dry stone wallsHost:
the hosts were very helpful & informativethank you to our hosts for such an amazing experienceowners instructions were clear and easy to followplenty of firewood and owners very helpful if need tips or clarificationit was an each check-in/out process especially for me after surgery and our hosts had great communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
absolutely stunning house and locationbeautiful place and beautiful location - absolutely gorgeousexactly the tranquil location we were hoping foran incredible property in a beautiful locationgreat place amazing location and a perfect atmosphere for a getaway
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kathryn was very helpful and welcomingthis was a fantastic place in a beautiful area and we felt very welcome by the host great stayRead more reviewsLocation:
my partner and i had a weekend away at this delightful location
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4. Oakbank
Located about 30 kilometres (18.64 miles) from Adelaide, Oakbank is known for the 160-year-old oak tree that still stands today. The town also hosts an annual horse race around Easter and draws many visitors during this period.
Additionally, Amy Gillett Bikeway is a popular activity for cyclists, and the 17-kilometre (10.56 mile) track to Mount Torrens begins in Oakbank. You can also head to Cobb’s Hill Estate and Murdoch Hill for wine tasting and gourmet platters.
For a true countryside ambience, check into Springwood Park, a lovely property with free-ranging poultry and other farm animals such as horses, cattle and sheep. If you desire a more modern place to stay, Oakwood Retreat, with its outdoor bath, luxurious bathroom and comfortable bed, is what you are looking for. You can also have a great stay at Oakbank B&B Retreat, just 2 kilometres (1.24 miles) from Oakbank.
Oakbank, South Australia, AustraliaAccommodates: 2
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breakfast supplies were the best we've experienced through airbnb and pantry laden with extra goodies if requiredshower was a big squishy but endless hot water was greatCleanliness:
clean and charming farm staygreat quiet space to wander in and clean comfortable accommodationgreat amenities spotlessly clean and superbly comfortableHost:
craig and jo great hostshighly recommend jo & craig as hostshosts were extremely friendly and welcomingcraig & jo are very friendly and responded quickly to all our questionscraig and jo were incredibly lovely to us and were punctual with their responses and incredibly helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful convenient location central to everything in the adelaide hills regioni'm so pleased i chose springwood park for my weekend getawaythe stay was great amazing location proximity to towns and beautiful farmvery comfortable and has everything you need in a good locationperfect place to escape from the city and not be miles away from home
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a huge and very comfortable bed along with all the creature comforts you could possibly needthe wood fireplace and gorgeous bathroom were our favourite and the underfloor heating was lovely alsovery comfortable bed amazing luxury bathroom and a nice toasty fireplaceHost:
tracey and geoff are lovely hosts and we’re very helpful and accommodating definitely recommendtracey and geoff are thoughtful and top hoststhe most amazing home with fantastic owners the location firstly was stunning and the home was incredibleRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing place thats central to standout wineries in the hillswonderful retreat great location nearby premium adl hills wineries beautiful designed and decorated accommodation and delightful gardenthe accomodation itself was very high quality and a perfect location to explore the surrounding wine regions
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the combustion heater and the bath was such a treat in the cold weatherexcellent amenities from tv to kitchen to bathroomwe had a fabulous week in wendy’s wonderful pool housethe hosts welcomed us with the wood burner lit and breakfast foods in the refrigeratorthe house was immaculate and we really enjoyed being able to have a dip in their poolCleanliness:
very clean & great set upaccommodation is spacious and cleana lovely clean and spacious unit with a private outlook in the adelaide hillsvery spacious clean and super comfortable for our long weekend awaywendy's bnb was spacious well appointed and spotlessly cleanHost:
wendy is a great hostwendy is such a nice hostthank you again for hosting us :)the hosts provide great breakfast ingredientsin regards to wendy she was a great host with a quick reply when we needed helpRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and comfortable accomodationbeautiful place situated on a lovely propertylocated in a lovely little corner of oakbank it's central to all the attractions of the hillsgreat location and very well set upamazing stay and amazing location we’ll definitely be back
Visit Adelaide Hills for an unforgettable experience!
With so many activities to share with your significant other, Adelaide Hills should definitely be at the top of your list of romantic destinations. These getaways are sure to make your trip unforgettable and create many memories to last.
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