The New Whyalla Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Whyalla with a restaurant and a bar

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Lounge
Desk, bed sheets
Front of property
Lunch and dinner served
Exterior

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
10 Gowrie Avenue, Whyalla Playford, SA, 5600
  • University of South Australia – Whyalla Campus
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Whyalla Hospital and Health Service
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Whyalla Foreshore
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Whyalla, SA (WYA)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking (Interconnecting room)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Single room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Twin share)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Queen room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whyalla

Located in Whyalla Playford, The New Whyalla Hotel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Haynes Park and Whyalla Maritime Museum. This 14-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Whyalla Maritime Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of South Australia – Whyalla Campus - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Whyalla Hospital and Health Service - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • TAFE South Australia Whyalla Campus - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Whyalla Foreshore - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Whyalla, SA (WYA) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mint Café Whyalla - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The New Whyalla Hotel

Hotel in Whyalla with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of The New Whyalla Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and an ATM. Free parking is available if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with dry cleaning or laundry, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Primo

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; Check-in end time: 2 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 2 AM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 11 AM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck 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.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

New Whyalla Hotel
New Whyalla
The New Whyalla Hotel South Australia
The New Whyalla Hotel Hotel
The New Whyalla Hotel Whyalla Playford
The New Whyalla Hotel Hotel Whyalla Playford

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The New Whyalla Hotel?

The New Whyalla Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to The New Whyalla Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Whyalla Playford within a short 10-minute walk of Whyalla Maritime Museum and also 10 minutes on foot from Haynes Park. You'll also find Wilson Park and Wetlands Recreation Park Lands less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The New Whyalla Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does The New Whyalla Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The New Whyalla Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The New Whyalla Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The New Whyalla Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a garden at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The New Whyalla Hotel?

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

Does The New Whyalla Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The New Whyalla Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The New Whyalla Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The New Whyalla Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The New Whyalla Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to The New Whyalla Hotel?

The closest major airport to The New Whyalla Hotel is Whyalla, SA (WYA), which is 3.9 mi away (8 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The New Whyalla Hotel?

No, at The New Whyalla Hotel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The New Whyalla Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 148 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Brigitte

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Review of n°4 room New Whyalla Hotel 10 Gowrie av

No private parking,(street parking). Wasn't told that the restaurant wasn't operating that night ( reason why i chose that hotel to have access to dinning). Someone opened our door while we were inside the room. After going to complaint about it, i was told that it was a personal member who had the spare key by mistake. We will not comeback to that hotel, overall not worthy of the $99 we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

James

Single accommodation cost reasonable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Crack heads everywhere Bar staff amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel was conveniently located for my business purpose. Unfortunately, it falls short in customer service and cleanliness, due to a lack of training/staffing I suspect. However, there were a few staff that were very helpful and they made a difference to my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Booked in for a quick overnight Sunday. Yes, it was cheap through Lastminute, get what you pay for I guess, but no dining facilities (Cafe Primo shut down), bar was open, staff (one person) friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Idris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and great value for stay Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ionie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Elaine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nothing new about the hotel. Bed was comfortable. Room clean but don't look to close. Well worth the money. Convenient dining downstairs, and great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Charlie

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From the outside the entire hotel looks like a prison, and in a dodgy area. Inside hotel was only a few gamers and couple people in the bar. Staff were unwelcoming, seemingly spacey, and claimed there were going to have a busy evening and that it would be an inconvenience to order food from them. Room was very dated and dark, we somehow managed to laugh at the fact we’d booked this room based on a different appearance when booking online. Definitely not worth the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great to be able to check in late. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Deanna

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The locals love their Karaoke and there’s some talent in Steel Town! They know how to party too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older premises in good condition. Very comfortable bed and plenty of shampoo and conditioner for use in shower. Breakfast cereal and tea and coffee provided together with bottled water for use in kettle. Overall good value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic but safe secure and in a good position, Staff were very helpful, food and beer were good only slight negative is you could hear the music from the Bar a little in our room at the stairs end, possibly ask for a room down the other end if you think it could bother you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy. Good service from the staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Joelleen

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Accommodation is all up stairs above pub/gambling facility. Difficult to find as signage is limited.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Martin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Milan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

lee-anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was perfect nice and clean , microwave for use
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Luisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Leslye

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We came from Adelaide for a 50th party overnight so really just needed somewhere to sleep, however the electricity kept shutting down on one side of the room which was very frustrating. The room is also in dire straits of an upgrade!! The staff were very helpful in giving us extension cords to help with our needs but overall a disappointing stay. We wouldn't stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jason

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff are very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022