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.

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
$176
1 night at 3-star hotel
Glenelg in June
Estimated hotel price
$176
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 4h 55m.

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 East Coast Car Rentals, 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 4h 55m.

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 East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Adelaide.

Airports near Glenelg

Airlines serving Glenelg

Lufthansa
Good (4,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (760 reviews)
British Airways
Good (3,820 reviews)
SWISS
Good (874 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,153 reviews)
Air France
Good (899 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,412 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (1,993 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,472 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (4,700 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
Finnair
Good (941 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (744 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (4,665 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (773 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (331 reviews)
LOT
Good (653 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (382 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (150 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 $176 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $172 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Glenelg

Hiring a car in Glenelg

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.42 and $29.90. The most frequently booked car type in Glenelg is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Suzuki SX4 or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.42 and $29.90. The most frequently booked car type in Glenelg is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Suzuki SX4 or similar) is, on average, 64% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.