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Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island

4.0 star property

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A dining area with tables set for two, large windows with a view of the sea, and a wooden ceiling.
A pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, wicker furniture, and red umbrellas.
A coastal landscape with trees and a view of the sea.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Bayview Road, American River, SA, 5221
  • Place, The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Buick Point
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kangaroo Island Spirits
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Balcony, Sea View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

Standard Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

American River

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island places you within a mile (2 km) of The Oyster Farm Shop and Buick Point. This 8-room, 4-star guesthouse has a restaurant along with conveniences like an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • The Oyster Farm Shop - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Buick Point - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kangaroo Island Spirits - 25 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • Hope Cottage Museum - 31 min drive - 30.6 miles
  • Seal Bay Conservation Park - 54 min drive - 57.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck cafe on the wharf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KI Tru Thai - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Glossy Black Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island

Guests of Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a business center, a library, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Balconies, ceiling fans, and safes are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Mobile key entry
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property class

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

This guesthouse is located in American River, a short 17-minute walk from The Oyster Farm Shop and also 18 minutes on foot from Buick Point. You'll also find Pelican Lagoon Conservation Park and Prospect Hill nearby.

Is parking available on site at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island include a casino on the premises?

No, Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including in-room massages as well as a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island.

Are there connecting rooms at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

What is the closest airport to Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

The closest major airport to Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island is Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote), which is 19.1 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island?

Yes, every accommodation at Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island comes with a balcony and some offer sea views.

Wanderers Rest of Kangaroo Island Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, friendly, helpful owners, beautiful setting and sea view, good food, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice place

Nice place, nice people. Nobody at reception when we arriv3d, had to wait a good 15. Restaurant is excellent with fresh products.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and Charming!

We had a lovely stay! It was so quiet and the owners were really helpful, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familiäres Hotel

Ruhig gelegenes familiäres kleines Haus. Sehr gut gepflegt. Geräumiges Zimmer mi Ausnahme des Bads. Dusche etwas sehr klein. Hervorragendes Restaurant und sehr freundliche und hilfsbereite Gastgeber.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

very nice hotel

The breakfast and dinner is fatastic! Better than many famous restraurant! The view is beautiful as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely & friendly spot in American River

The views from the rooms are just stunning, especially the morning when the birds are signing and in the evenings when the sun is setting. Steve and Kim are as friendly as can be, and really made our stay wonderful. The rooms have a small fridge, so it's easy to store snacks & such if you don't want to eat at the restaurant. Just check in with them ahead of time about the dinner service hours so you aren't caught off guard. American River has a small store and petrol, so it's a good spot for basing your island explorations.
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice small inn, with great views

Wanderers is a very nice small scale B&B/Inn. It is in American river. Rooms have great views and are comfortable.. The rooms are modern and the fittings excellent.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Caio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Modest; Value: Moderate; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Pleasant; got the executive room (#9), away from all other rooms, great privacy.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Tired, Nothing special, Old; Value: Over-priced, Could be better; Service: Sufficient, Polite; Cleanliness: Pleasant;
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Ordinary; Value: Over-priced; Service: Tardy; Cleanliness: Pleasant; Very overpriced and didn't include breakfast. The whole facility is tired and run down
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Facilities: Unpretentious, Modest; Value: Affordable; Service: Go the extra mile, Chris was great!; Cleanliness: Pleasant; NA
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Good; Value: Over-priced; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Spotless; Cost very high in relation to services delivered
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018