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Whalers Inn Resort

The Bluff, Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor, South Australia 5211, Australia
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Adelaide, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 July 2012 via mobile

I have stayed here before but only in premium rooms. This time as it was just overnight, we took a standard room. It was like sleeping in a fishbowl. Very noisy and you able to be seen by other rooms when blinds are up. Also poorly appointed. Don't expect to be able to go to the bathroom with discretion. Will... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

The accommodation part of the resort is now separate to the restaurant which retains the name of Whalers Inn. We stayed in a newly renovated studio apartment which was very clean and comfortable with a great view. Good for a short term stay such as a weekend but limited for any longer than that. We would stay again.

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sydney
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

$380 per night rediculous for an older apartment..nice views but no blinds so all this glass and glare.overpriced and dissapointing. its now called bluff view not whalers inn..wdnt come back here

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Brisbane
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011

This is my third time staying at this resort, but the first time in about 6 years. Since July 2011 the hotel is under new management and is called Bluff View Accommodation. Unfortunately the old owners haven't updated their website with the new details so it was really hard to book, but you can find the details for the new... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2011

We stayed here for one night on our way to Kangaroo Island from the Great Ocean Road. The Manager insisted on showing us a more expensive room than the one we had originally booked. We could not resist making the change because the accommodation came with a full kitchen and an absolutely beautiful view of the harbour and of the... More

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Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2010

The view was amazing, over looking the water with big windows, the balcony was small but adequate. The furniture was modern and bed was comfy. We also enjoyed the spa. The Whalers Inn restuarant was busy and service was average but the food was amazing. The room was a bit dusty and probably needs a good clean which was a... More

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Gawler River
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2010

Stayed in a Studio Room and it was excellent , the view from the balcony was amazing. Facilities were first class and will be returning for a private stay

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Barham, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2008

Whaler's Inn, Whalers Cove South Australia What a disappointment this place was. Reading the company website on a fairly new hotel we thought it would be top shelf. The views from the balcony were spectacular, but the interior of our two bed room unit left a lot to be desired. The carpets were stained, the kitchen floor was greasy as... More

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France
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2007

Fantastic room 4*: recent furniture, very nice decoration, very (very) spacious, very clean, separate toilets. We went there because of cheap rates 89AU$ (4*) on wotif.com but we had a room without any outside view (except on the next door). A famous restaurant (over-crowded on our arrival). If you can afford it, ask for a more expensive room with sea... More

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Adelaide
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 September 2007

My husband and I have stayed at the Whalers Inn Resort at least once a year for the past three years. It is our favourite 'get away from the city' spot. We always stay in a studio room, they have brilliant views of the ocean, a double spa bath, and very spacious rooms. Very reasonably priced. The last time we... More

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Additional Information about Whalers Inn Resort

Also Known As:
Whalers Hotel
Whalers Hotel Victor Harbor
Whalers Inn Resort Victor Harbor, South Australia
Address: The Bluff, Encounter Bay, Victor Harbor, South Australia 5211, Australia
Region: Australia > South Australia > Victor Harbor
Amenities:
Free Parking
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#2 Top resorts Hotels in Victor Harbor
Price range (per night): S$147 - 406

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