Glenelg travel guide

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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
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glenelg in June
Estimated hotel price
$160
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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 5h.

Car

Another option to get to Glenelg is to pick up a car hire from Adelaide, which is about 10 km from Glenelg. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Thrifty, 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 New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 5h.

Car

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

Airports near Glenelg

Airlines serving Glenelg

Lufthansa
Good (4,664 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,540 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,652 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (502 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,606 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (185 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 $151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $159 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glenelg

Hiring a car in Glenelg

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Glenelg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.76 and $30.34. 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 car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Glenelg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.76 and $30.34. 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 car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 19% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.