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The Bluff Resort Apartments

4.0 star property
Hotel in Encounter Bay with free parking

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View
View from property
Standard Apartment, Ocean View
Front of property - evening/night
TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Explore the area

Map
123 Franklin Parade, Victor Harbor, Encounter Bay, SA, 5211
  • Encounter Bay
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • The Bluff
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

Apartment with Large Bath No Spa

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • 126 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

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Basic Suite

Basic Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio, Ocean & Pool View

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, Ocean View

Standard Apartment, Ocean View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Clothes dryer
  • 126 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
TV
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Ocean View

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board

Studio, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
  • 74 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Studio, Ocean & Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Apartment With Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Suite With No View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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  • Parking included
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Encounter Bay

The Bluff Resort Apartments places you steps from Encounter Bay and within a 10-minute stroll of Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and dryers. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Encounter Bay hotel, you'll be 1.1 km (0.7 mi) from The Bluff and 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Kent Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Victor Harbor Heritage Trail: Petrel Cove Trailhead - 8 min walk
  • The Bluff - 13 min walk
  • Kent Reserve - 3 min drive
  • Warland Reserve - 7 min drive
  • Victor Harbor Horse Drawn Tram - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Crown - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nino's of Victor Harbor - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Bluff Resort Apartments

Hotel in Encounter Bay with free parking
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 an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks and dining tables. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 per cent 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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 per cent

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

The Bluff Resort Apartments offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bluff Resort Apartments on 17 Mar 2025 start from AU$160.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

Yep, The Bluff Resort Apartments has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Bluff Resort Apartments?

The closest beach to The Bluff Resort Apartments is Boomer Beach (8.9 km).

Does The Bluff Resort Apartments have a pool?

The Bluff Resort Apartments has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

No, The Bluff Resort Apartments does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Bluff Resort Apartments?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Bluff Resort Apartments Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 454 out of 862 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 299 out of 862 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 862 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 862 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 862 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

6/10 Okay

Nick

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

8/10 Good

Darryn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was great, clean area and they even supply you with pool towels. The pool is only open during office hours hence closed at 5pm but it didnt seem to bother anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

It would have been better if the bed was more comfortable, it would have been more comfortable on the floor. The shower was so tiny.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Vita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely appointed studio room with all you could need (mini fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee/tea making facilities and supplies). Surprisingly quiet for a big hotel and a peak season stay. Only thing is the lack of proper black out curtains. Only blinds, which were insufficient to keep light out. So if you're a light sleeper and sensitive to this, a eye mask is essential. Handy parking directly behind the apartments. Be aware there are stairs and no lift to upper levels if you have mobility concerns.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jacinta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very spacious unit with comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff Clean and affordable Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Brian

Disliked: Cleanliness
Paid for a spa room but found the spa had a dirty ring around it. Comment from reception was "oh I'll let housekeeping know ". Very average!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They were very accommodating. Only negative would be lack of a lift and having to haul luggage upstairs. Otherwise excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the bluff with view of encounter bay n victor h
The apt was v good- looks recently renovated. Bathroom new finish was excellent. The original building is dated n we were located on the second floor had many steps to get to it. But once in there on the balcony looking at the sea n view , all is forgotten. Kitchenette had everything needed to cook a meal. Parking under the building in allocated space. A little squeezy if car next door doesn’t park in their space
View of encounter bay
Sunset colours
View from second floor apt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room very modern and clean. When booking be aware some rooms do not have any views so just check but our room was fabulous.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Very good stay, staff excellent, room v good parking good all happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Anthony, Modbury Heights

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The coastal view was very good but the rest was average. We didn't get the room that we booked (common problem apparently) and neither Expedia nor the Bluff seemed to care. Of course it cost extra. Staff service was non-existent, and the accommodation was a bit remote out of Victor Harbor. Messy roadworks made for a disappointing stay. I won't be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent views and access to walking trails
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The actual room itself was very nice. We paid for a room with "no view". We weren't expecting to be looking at a brick wall. We tried to find somewhere else on the property to sit outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. The only outdoor area to sit was the pool area, which was only open bw 9am and 5pm, when most people are out exploring. I found the photos on the booking site to be quite misleading compared to our actual experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajani

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a lovely view suite
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024