Holdfast Marina

Shop, drink, dine and enjoy the sunshine in Glenelg’s leisure precinct, a scenic marina and departure point for sailboat trips and dolphin-spotting tours.

At the northern end of Glenelg’s foreshore discover a busy hub of shopping, dining and leisure at Holdfast Shores Marina. Enjoy a stellar view of the ocean and mix with the locals at one of the marina’s bars.

Spend a whole day at the Holdfast Shores Marina, shopping, exploring, eating and drinking. Have a relaxed brunch in the morning or coffee and cake in the afternoon at one of the cafés. Meander along the promenade and choose a place to eat local delights from the sea, such as prawns from the Spencer Gulf, King George Whiting or Coffin Bay Oysters. Sip on one of South Australia’s magnificent wines. You can enjoy Greek, Italian, Japanese or Chinese cuisine, as well as classic pub fare. Have a sunset drink and watch the day disappear into a flurry of bright colours as the sun sets over the ocean.

Holdfast Shores Marina is the departure point for scenic and adventure boat tours. Venture out on a dolphin-spotting catamaran and you’ll get to experience splashing in the ocean with the dolphins that swim freely up to your boat. Hundreds of common and bottlenose dolphins live in this area. They are wild, which means they don’t come up to boats for gifts of food, but rather to enjoy the interaction with humans. You’re sure to have an unforgettable day on the sea while exploring Holdfast Bay.

Holdfast Shores Marina is a great way to enjoy the charming and friendly seaside suburb of Glenelg. The suburb is approximately 10 kilometres (6.2 miles) away from the centre of Adelaide and reachable via the heritage tramway. The marina precinct’s modern white apartment blocks surround a tranquil marina full of moored yachts, matching the Mediterranean climate of this part of South Australia. Choose a holiday apartment at the marina and wake up to views of the ocean every day.

Marina Pier, 10 Chappell Dr, Glenelg SA 5045, Australia | View Google Map

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Holdfast Marina

The Beachhouse

Ferris wheels, water slides and fairy floss add up to hours of fun for all ages at this beachside amusement park.

Glenelg

Glenelg is Adelaide’s favourite beachside haven and is older than the city itself.

Glenelg Beach

This historic settlement is a thriving cultural destination, right on the beach.

West Beach

Go on a leisurely beach walk, jump in for a swim or just laze in the sunshine at this white-sand stretch of coastline close to the Adelaide Airport.

Brighton Beach

Check out one of South Australia’s best urban beaches with crazy surf sessions and quirky art. Follow it up with a movie or sunset drinks at the “Espy”.

Hotels near Holdfast Marina

Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

65 Hindley Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Beehive Corner Building, Adelaide Casino, and Parliament House. Adelaide Convention Centre and Rundle Mall are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 3-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 6 minutes.

Hilton Adelaide

233 Victoria Square

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Victoria Square and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Casino are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 5-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide

125 North Terrace

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Festival Centre. Rundle Mall and University of Adelaide are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

The Playford Adelaide MGallery

120 North Terrace

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps from Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Festival Centre and Government House are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

Peppers Waymouth Hotel

55 Waymouth Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Town Hall, Adelaide Casino, and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Oval are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 3-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 6 minutes.

iStay Precinct Adelaide

185 Morphett Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Lion Arts Centre and Adelaide Central Market. Adelaide Casino and Rundle Mall are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

Pullman Adelaide

16 Hindmarsh Square

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Rundle Mall, South Australian Museum, and Rymill Park. Adelaide Oval is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away. Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

55 Frome Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Tandanya (National Aboriginal Cultural Institute) and University of Adelaide. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Zoo are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is 13 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 14 minutes.

Adabco Boutique Hotel

223 Wakefield Street

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of East End Cafe Precinct, Adelaide Central Market, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Oval are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 14 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 21 minutes.

HotelMOTEL Adelaide

215 South Terrace

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Himeji Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Oval are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 19 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 26 minutes.

Terrace Hotel Adelaide

208 South Terrace

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this romantic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Himeji Gardens and Veale Gardens. Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 18 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 25 minutes.

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

16 Holdfast Promenade Glenelg

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Glenelg, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Holdfast Marina and Glenelg Beach. West Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Chancellor on Currie

18 Currie Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Square, Rundle Mall, and Government House. Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Festival Centre are also within 10 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 2-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 5 minutes.

InterContinental Adelaide, an IHG Hotel

North Terrace

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps from Adelaide Casino, Parliament House, and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Festival Centre and Government House are also within 5 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

The Chifley On South Terrace

226 South Terrace

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Himeji Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Oval are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 20 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 27 minutes.

Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

2 Flinders Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is steps from Adelaide Town Hall and Victoria Square. Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall are also within 10 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 3-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 10 minutes.

Rydges Adelaide

1 South Terrace

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Veale Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Royal Adelaide Hospital. Adelaide Casino and Rundle Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km). Adelaide Parklands Station is 10 minutes by foot and Adelaide Showground Station is 14 minutes.

Stamford Grand Adelaide

2 Jetty Road Moseley Square

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Glenelg, this luxury hotel is steps from Jetty Road, Moseley Square, and Glenelg Town Hall. Glenelg Beach and Glenelg Jetty are also within 5 minutes.

Oaks Adelaide Embassy Suites

96 North Terrace

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Casino. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Oval are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 4-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes.

BreakFree Adelaide

255 Hindley Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Adelaide Health & Medical Sciences Building and SAHMRI. Lion Arts Centre and Royal Adelaide Hospital are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is 11 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 13 minutes.

Mantra Hindmarsh Square

55 - 67 Hindmarsh Square

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of East End Cafe Precinct and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Central Market are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is 7 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

Adelaide Rockford

164 Hindley Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide Casino, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Festival Centre and Royal Adelaide Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is 7 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes.

Adelaide Riviera Hotel

31 34 North Terrace

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SAHMRI, Royal Adelaide Hospital, and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Festival Centre are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is 9 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 16 minutes.

Mantra on Frome

88 Frome Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of East End Cafe Precinct and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Central Market are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 11 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 15 minutes.