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 August
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glenelg in August
Estimated hotel price
$177
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 3 miles 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 6 miles from Glenelg. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Adelaide.

Plane

When flying to Glenelg, you’ll arrive at Adelaide (ADL), which is located 3 miles 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 6 miles from Glenelg. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Adelaide.

Airports near Glenelg

Airlines serving Glenelg

Lufthansa
Good (4,650 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,478 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,555 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,938 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (397 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,557 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (495 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,603 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (181 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 $158 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $164 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glenelg

Hiring a car in Glenelg

Expect to pay $1.96 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 $23.43 and $31.24. 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 $1.96 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 $23.43 and $31.24. 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.