Marked by sandy beaches and a chilled-out persona, Glenelg makes for a very appealing getaway destination. This little suburb is often overshadowed by the city of Adelaide which neighbors it. However, when you choose to gravitate away from the excitement of the city, you’ll come to discover hidden gems like stunning natural scenery and quaint pubs and eateries in Glenelg. For a bit of a thrill, visit Beachouse Amusement Center which offers fun water activities. However, if you simply want to lay on the soft sand, this destination has an abundance of beach real estate to keep you enchanted. Read this article to find the perfect place for you to stay. Check out our recommendations on Stayz accommodations in Glenelg, Australia.
1. Belle Vista apartment (from USD 231)
With a breathtaking ocean view from the balcony and large glass doors in the living room, it’s no wonder this rental is known as Belle Vista. Spend time lounging on the balcony or in the living room and let the stunning view entrance you. There’s also a television to keep you entertained when you’re at home. The apartment has three well-furnished bedrooms and up to eight guests can sleep here. All you would look for in a modern home is found here, and this includes a fully equipped kitchen. Interested in exploring the locale? A short stroll will take you to the beach while a variety of restaurants and pubs are within a few minutes from here.
Belle Vista apartment absolute beach front w/ Free WiFiTop guest reviews
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view of sunset was amazingwas very clean and cosy, the aircon was great for the warm nights, great view and comfy couchwe loved this gorgeous unit with the fabulous beach panorama, comfy beds and generous couchi just need to find out now where she bought the very comfy pillows on her master bedthe stairs to the bedrooms were a little steep but apart from that the apartment facilities were excellentCleanliness:
wonderful view, exceptionally clean, lovely modern decor and perfectly locatedapartment was well presented and cleanthe place was clean, warm and cosythe whole apartment is renovated and beautifully finishedvery clean and modern and accomodating for our familyHost:
shirley was a wonderful host, very helpful and attentiveshirley is the most lovely host and very easy to deal withhe loved the stunning view! and the hosts left him a lovely get well card and box of chocolates on arrival which was very kind and bought a big smile to my sons face!what can i say , shirley and justin made us feel right at home, we have 3 children and stayed over school holidays so being accross from then beach you can imagine what our daily outing includedwe're already looking forward to our next stayRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location and accomodationthe scenery was beautifulconvenient food access surf club across the road, bakery ,chicken shop & restaurant around cornerit was well placed to visit adelaide cbd and local wineriesfacilities were great and location convenient
2. Perfect Espalande living (from USD 120)
If you’re traveling in a large group, there’s no need to rent out more than one apartment. You can all stay together in this two-bedroom cottage that sleeps up to seven guests at a time. However, there’s just one bathroom so you’ll have to share. Spend your days at the beach which is just a short walk away or you can take a short drive to Adelaide city center. This cottage is quite homely, with lovely furniture and a spacious kitchen. You can enjoy a barbecue with your friends since there’s an outdoor barbeque on the patio. There are also laundry facilities, adding to the convenience of staying here.
Sea By Your Side - Perfect Esplanade LivingTop guest reviews
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everything was providedas described on siteunit is older style but very cute, cosy and comfortable!soap, shampoo, tea coffee pods, drinks winevery welcoming and comfortable place to stayCleanliness:
accomodation is immaculate, lovely decorated & comfortablethe proprety was very clean and cozy and fully equipt with everything needed for a great stayHost:
great position, unit well set up and family friendlymade us feel very welcomeso relaxing and comfortablewe didn't have to worry about buying anything for the housewell appointedRead more reviewsLocation:
loved the proximity to the beach and the amazing sunsetsor drive 15 min to aquatic centrethe location is footsteps away from the beautiful beach, and a short drive to the shops and restaurantsgreat environment, great location near the seaclose to everything
3. House in the heart of Glenelg (from USD 463)
Meant to host up to nine guests, you can rent this home if you’re organizing a large-group vacation. The house has four bedrooms and two bathrooms are also shared among the guests. This rental is found in a very central location, just a few meters from the beach as well as the tram stop. The house is quite attractive, with a stunning exterior and an even more beautiful interior. The space is vast, with adequate furnishing in the living room and a spacious open-plan kitchen. There’s also a TV room where you can get entertained when you’re indoors.
In the heart of GlenelgTop guest reviews
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the four bedrooms are well equipped as are the bathrooms and living areasclose to the beach and all of the shopping on jetty roadall rooms have clean white blinds or shutters with good quality carpets while the main living areas have stylish wood-style flooringducted air conditioning means you can come back from the beach and shopping markets (10-15 mins walk away) into a cool and calm oasis with large and comfortably furnished bedrooms containing five s...the house was perfect - spacious, well designed, and equipped with everything we neededCleanliness:
clean and well presentedthe property is well secured; the high ceilings and down lighting create ambience; cooking facilities, multiple dining areas and refrigeration are 5 star; the bathrooms are very spacious and luxuri...this modern accommodation is secure, spacious, clean, well equipped and in a great locationHost:
our host's attention to detail with regard our comfort was greatly appreciatedjodie ferrierreally appreciated the extras provided to make our stay more enjoyablethanks for helping to make our christmas holiday so great!gave us all the comforts of home (including the mod cons - free wifi and foxtelRead more reviewsLocation:
jetty road and its shops and restaurants are only a short walk awaythe location is ideal - just a few mins walk from the glenelg beachit's close to everything - an easy walk to the tram, shops and beachthe tram into the city of adelaide is also very convenientwalking distance to everything glenelg has to offer
4. Apartment for four (from USD 142)
A small family would find this an ideal vacation rental as the apartment has only one bedroom. However, since it has a queen bed and a sofa bed, four guests will get to comfortably stay in this rental. Other than the usual home amenities like a living room and a spacious kitchen, you also get creature comforts like a dishwasher, WiFi internet, and air-conditioning. This rental is just 200 meters (656 feet) to the beach so you can spend as much time as you like there.
Horizon View at Glenelg BeachTop guest reviews
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the apartment has a gorgeous view of the park and waternice view of the sea and surroundsthe view from the balcony is sensationalbonus no parking feesit had a lovely view and great amenitiesCleanliness:
first impression was ordinary but i was wrong it was clean, comfortable and very safeclean, tidy roomthe apartment was spotlessly clean and had everything you could wantwe stayed three nights and were impressed with the location, the views and the apartmentwonderful views of the ocean and handy to the restaurantsHost:
the owner was very accommodatinggreat communication with owner when we wanted to extend our staywe had a wonderful 3 night stay @ horizon viewwhen is the date of remittance of insurance deposit from rental real estate agentamazing viewsRead more reviewsLocation:
located in the trendy glenelg close to shops, restaurants, supermarketshort walk to cafes, restaurants and transportgreat property location and viewswe found it to be in a great location close to the main glenelg shopping strip and endless choices of cafes and restaurants in the areathe location and wire from the balcony beautiful just sorry didn't spend longer there
5. Deluxe apartment (from USD 111)
Last but not least, we have this cute little apartment for two in the heart of Glenelg. From here, a casual walk of 100 meters (328 feet) will get you to the beach. The rental is very cozy, boasting delightful furniture in the living and dining areas. There’s a flat-screen television here to offer entertainment when you choose to stay indoors. A kitchen is also available, and it has everything you’ll need to prepare your own meals. On top of all this, there’s a gym, an indoor pool, and a sauna on the property, all of which are open to those staying here.
Glenelg Deluxe [email protected] 100 mts to beach + Gym + Pool + Secure ParkingTop guest reviews
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bedroom has own sliding door to balcony again the space is bigger than other apartments for same price or morevery clean and comfortable apartment with car parking included, we'll be backvery quiet at nighthad everything you need in the unit & a lovely balcony to enjoy morning coffeesmooth booking through the web/appCleanliness:
neat clean and value for moneyit's very clean and very well equippedfresh tea, coffee and milk was provided, which was very much appreciated after an overnight flight from hong kongour apartment was clean, comfortable and in a great locationvery clean and well presented and in a great locationHost:
coffee, tea, milk and delicious biscuits plus more were very appreciatedthe owner contacted me quickly and made sure everything was ready for my stayexcellent service from marta and thomas, who met me on arrival with a bottle of wine and chocolates and showed me roundgreat getaway with everything at your finger tipsmarta was great and showed us around the complex and explained everything in the appartment, would highly recommendedRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location, walk to restaurants, beach, supermarketgreat location close to tram, jetty road shops, restaurantsvery close to the tram into the city if neededlocation perfect set a block back from the beach front, 3 minute walk to mosely square and 3 minute walk to marinaclose to beach & walking path along the beach
6. Cozy beach apartment
Come and enjoy a tranquil beachside vacation in this two-bedroom apartment. Here, four guests can stay comfortably. You can relax on the beach or enjoy a day out in Adelaide city center which is just a short ride away. Modern homely facilities are offered including creature comforts like free WiFi, a PlayStation for the video game fans, a large-screen television, and air-conditioning. You can also just opt to wind down in the chic living space where there’s a cushy sofa. Other than the usual kitchen facilities, you also get a gas barbecue.
Fantastic West Beach Apartment - only 200m to the beach... free Wi-Fi & parkingTop guest reviews
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the kitchen was equipedthe beds were confortable and couch was lovely and comfortableeven down to beach towelsthe beach house one apartment was perfectthe house is clean, cosy, comfortable and feels like a real home away from homeCleanliness:
clean and comfortable and ideal locationthis property was very clean and tidynice and clean and very comfy bedsneat and tidy with everything i neededit had everything we needed to base ourselves to explore this lovely city, and andrew was very accommodating and helpfulHost:
good communication with host andrewwe had a wonderful time hope to back again another timethanks kristinaexcellent communication from hostthey left a far bit of dust and mess behind, but did not directly effect ushost andrew is lovely and very helpful, and there to meet with you and walk you through the house/ show you where things are/ how to work things etcRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location, very quietnice quiet locationshort walk to surf club for sunday brunch and to beach restaurant for teaplus secure of roadparkinga great location easy access to airport, shops, cafe and beach
7. Beachside, stylish apartment (from USD 96)
Take advantage of this apartment’s beachside location and book the rental for your next vacation. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms here, with up to four guests able to stay comfortably. From here, you get an enchanting view of the city while the beach is right at your front door. The large windows and glass doors create an impression of more space than there actually is and the space benefits from floods of light which stream in. The balcony is spacious and furnished, an inviting place to wind down the day. Enjoy facilities like a swimming pool and gym onsite as well as parking if you’re driving yourself over.
Glenelg Highrise Beachside Stylish Apartment703/16 Holdfast Promenade
8. Da Costa Cottage (from USD 68)
Up to six guests can stay in this cottage, spending nights in the three bedrooms. There is just one bathroom, though, so sharing is imperative. However, that’s a minor trade-off for this stylish (and a little rustic) house. You get a cozy little living area in which there’s a fireplace and a television. This is the room where you’ll get to chill out with your loved ones as you wind down the day. There’s no need to worry about meals since there’s a modern, fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare whichever dish you please. While staying here, you also get access to WiFi internet as well as off-street parking for one car. 2 km (1.2 miles) away, is the beach and the tram stop is only 400 meters (1312 feet) away.
Da Costa Cottage - Glenelg East6A Wyatt Street
9. Apartment in Liberty Towers
This rental is yet another one that’s perfect for a small family or a group of four friends. There are two bedrooms and one bathroom here. Found very close to the beach, you can enjoy panoramic views of the ocean and the marina from the balcony. In fact, there’s a balcony via the master bedroom and another one via the living area so you’ll have enough reason to just sit and enjoy the view. When you get tired of this, relax in the living room, on the cushy sofa, watching the television. There’s also a kitchen that’s spacious and fully equipped, ensuring you can prepare a meal when you need to. Other facilities on offer are a swimming pool and gym on the property, as well as a spa and sauna.
Luxury at Liberty Towers GlenelgTop guest reviews
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the apartment is a good size, with a nice outdoor balconywe had everything we needed for travelling with 2 young children, from the large fridge/freezer and kitchen preparation space with everything you could need, plenty of couch space, secure outdoor b...a great apartment with everything we neededsuper easy parking and access to the apartmenttravelling with my 92 year old dad not only was the apartment lovely with a great view clean tidy and modern, but it was perfect access for my dad straight up to the room from the car parkCleanliness:
the property was very clean and had great facilities, everything we neededit was spotlessly clean and the linens and towels were truely a lovely quality which we really appreciated and added to our experiencestayed in this safe and clean unit, had everything we neededthere's some noise from the road but this is almost cut out when the balcony door is closed and didn't bother us when sleepingclean apartment and great with its own parking spaceHost:
loved attention to detailkirsten our host was very helpful so next trip to adelaide we will be very happy to stay here againi travel frequently and i normally always dislike the mattress and pillows providedwell set up as well and lifts right next to itno steps for him to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
a short walk to loads of restaurants, shops and the beachgreat location, everything very closesupermarket, tram and shopsgreat locationgreat location within walking distance to the marina, children's park, beach front, public transport, shops and restaurants
10. Moseley townhouse
This charming townhouse has two bedrooms, both of which are set on the upper floor. The lower floor has the living area, an elegant space that’s beautifully furnished. The ground floor also houses the dining area and the fully equipped kitchen. A total of four guests can stay here. Outside, there’s a stunning garden in the courtyard, a wonderful place to just chill out. When you need to have a barbecue, you can do so using the outdoor barbeque facilities. With the bus and tram-stops found just a few yards from here, you can easily explore the local area.
Townhouse on MoseleyTop guest reviews
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creature comfort items as washing machine, linen, towels, loaded & ready to use kitchen were providedlinen, towels and the kitchen is complete with everything you need to cook and dine inthe townhouse itself was spacious and comfortable and so well appointedyou have fitted out the townhouse impeccably with everything you need for a comfortable staycombatted this by turning on bedroom a/c and slept like a babyCleanliness:
the property was lovely and had everything we neededyour townhouse is spacious and so very cleanthe townhouse was very clean and the owner very helpfulvery clean and has everything you needi was very impressed with the houseHost:
the owner was so helpful and nothing was too much trouble for hervery welcomingthanks to kristen for going out of her way to contact us regarding a small problem prior to our arrivala good base for exploring adelaide and surroundsthe courtyard area is a very generous size and the bbq was a great addition for a yummy bbq breakfastRead more reviewsLocation:
and the tram is just a few blocks away to take you into the citythe location in zglenelg was perfect, within walking distance of everything and close to the tram stopjust a short walk to the main street of glenelg and the beach frontthe location is perfect! it's a quick walk to the beach, grocery, restaurants, etcgreat location for shops, food and transport
Book a vacation rental
One thing is common about all the rentals above, they are close to the beach. This is probably one of the main reasons for visiting Glenelg. By booking one of the listed rentals, you’ll have an easy access to the beach, enjoying a spectacular view from some of the homes. So, don’t put off that vacation anymore. Book a vacation rental today.
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