Glenelg travel guide

Glenelg Tourism | Glenelg Guide

You're Going to Love Glenelg

With a population of 3,623, Glenelg is a must-see destination in South Australia, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Glenelg to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Glenelg

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ottoman Grill (168C Jetty Rd) and Bay of Bengal (73 Partridge Street) are great picks.

When to visit Glenelg

Glenelg in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glenelg in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 134
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Glenelg

Plane

When flying to Glenelg, you’ll arrive at Adelaide (ADL), which is located 4 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Glenelg from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 24h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Glenelg is to pick up a car rental from Adelaide, which is about 10 km from Glenelg. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Adelaide.

Plane

When flying to Glenelg, you’ll arrive at Adelaide (ADL), which is located 4 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Glenelg from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 24h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Glenelg is to pick up a car rental from Adelaide, which is about 10 km from Glenelg. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Adelaide.

Airports near Glenelg

Airlines serving Glenelg

Lufthansa
Good (4,663 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (940 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,543 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,304 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,961 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,865 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (828 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,657 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (404 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,607 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (184 reviews)
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Where to stay in Glenelg

From 5-star hotels such as the Stamford Grand Adelaide to great affordable options like the Atlantic Tower Motor Inn, Glenelg offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 133 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glenelg

Most booked hotels in Glenelg

Adelaide International Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 99+
Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 135+
Ensenada Motor Inn and Suites
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 124+
Stamford Grand Adelaide
5 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 133+
Atlantic Tower Motor Inn
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 116+

Renting a car in Glenelg

Expect to pay C$ 1.58 per litre in Glenelg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.96 and C$ 25.28. The most frequently booked car type in Glenelg is Compact (Hyundai i30 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.58 per litre in Glenelg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.96 and C$ 25.28. The most frequently booked car type in Glenelg is Compact (Hyundai i30 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 19% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.