Adelaide is the gateway to internationally renowned destinations like Kangaroo Island and Australia’s famous wine regions. In town, visitors should check out landmarks like the Adelaide Central Market, Adelaide Botanical Gardens, and the State Library of Australia, amongst other attractions.

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Upscale, airy beachfront retreat just steps from the sand in Semaphore Park neighborhood

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Immediately sink into a state of ultimate relaxation at this recently renovated, upscale, beachy-feeling two-bedroom property, which boasts impressive ocean views from nearly every room. The pale blue door matches the water and the blue sky outside and pairs well with the natural wooden floors and the sophisticated and thoughtfully decorated interior. It almost feels like the two-story unit is one with its natural environment, a true beachfront escape, nestled between two natural sand dunes of Semaphore Park Beach, just a few steps from the soft sand.

Cook in the fully-equipped kitchen with its modern but mid-century aesthetic, outfitted with amenities like a Breville Nespresso machine and sturdy but elegant cabinetry. Sit at the rugged but polished wooden dining room table with its custom-built bench seat and admire the view of the sea. Or, sink into the cozy sofa and stream a TV show on the big TV.

Up the staircase, step onto the second floor and find two bedrooms and a brand-new bathroom. The primary bedroom features a queen bed and showcases the ocean views off the walk-out balcony. It’s a great spot to see a sunset and soak in the fresh air.

Four guests, two bedrooms
$241 per night

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Modernized historic three-bedroom brick property a 5-minute walk from King William Road

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This property is located in Millswood — a quiet, safe, clean and lush inner southern suburb of Adelaide. It’s just a 5-minute walk to the fabulous King William Road shopping and cafe precinct, a 10-minute walk to Goodwood and Unley Roads and roughly a 7-minute drive from Adelaide City.

This air-conditioned space features three bedrooms, dating back to 1947, with a classic, old English design. The sturdy red brick and a red tiled roof make it feel rustic, but the recently renovated interiors with modern amenities and elegant artwork give it an air of sophistication.

The lounge room space is bright and airy, opening with double doors into the dining room area. The kitchen is stylish, with a toaster and a full oven with a stovetop. The living room is cozy, outfitted with a bookshelf stuffed with good reads, and the clean main bathroom has a soaking tub. One bedroom is outfitted with a full-sized bed, another has twin beds, and a sofa bed is available in a common area that can accommodate two additional guests.

Six guests, three bedrooms
$225 per night

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Bright and Bohemian apartment with an outdoor courtyard

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This vibrant one-bedroom property is situated en route to the city from the airport, just a few minutes’ driving distance from the heart of Adelaide and a 2-minute walk to local public transportation, cafes, pubs, and shops.

It’s a private, air-conditioned unit with a bathroom featuring a shower and bathtub and a well-equipped kitchen outfitted with a microwave, gas cooktop, oven, kettle, toaster, and fridge. The decor feels bright and bohemian, comfortable like a home — clean and cozy.

Soak in the sunlight in the outdoor courtyard or relax in the large bedroom, which features a queen bed. Guests can use the Wi-Fi and Google Chromecast to watch stream entertainment on their devices. The sofa folds to form another double bed, which can host up to four people.

Three guests, one bedroom
$217 per night

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Artsy, three-bedroom townhouse with fresh design details

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This modern townhouse is located in leafy Wayville, featuring three bedrooms, a cozy living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a courtyard garden. It’s in an excellent location near Showgrounds, Goodwood cafes and multiple shopping and dining outlets. Guests can admire design touches like the main bedroom’s sophisticated French doors that open out to the garden — or gaze at the impressive wood-paneled ceilings. The entire space is outfitted with air conditioning and heating.

In the living area, watch a show on the 55” Smart TV. In the full kitchen, use one of the appliances to make a tasty meal — including a toaster, kettle, coffee machine, fridge, microwave, and stovetop and oven. There’s a dining room table that seats up to six people and a range of entertainment, including a bookcase with literature and games.

The first bedroom is downstairs, outfitted with a queen-sized bed, a workspace with a desk and office chair, and French doors that open onto the garden. The second bedroom is upstairs, in a loft style, featuring a queen-sized bed and roof window. The third bedroom is also downstairs and features a workspace with a desk, office chair and a single bed.

Five guests, three bedrooms
$146 per night

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Spacious house on Glenelg Beach with a private sea-view pool

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At this three-bedroom property, guests can swim in a private pool with a stunning view of Glenelg North — one of Adelaide’s most loved beaches. It’s conveniently within walking distance of Glenelg’s Jetty road and fantastic local restaurants and shopping opportunities.

Outside, spend time in the pool or on the wide beachfront deck and garden area with panoramic ocean sights. Inside, even the kitchen overlooks views of the ocean. The inside of the house feels clean and welcoming. It was recently updated to feature new furniture and amenities like a smart TV with Netflix and a washer and dryer.

The warm wooden floors complement the bright walls and bohemian furniture, with lots of plants bringing life into the space. One of the bedrooms has a king-sized bed, one is outfitted with a double bed, and one has a bunk bed with a double bed on the bottom and a twin bed on the top.

Nine guests, three bedrooms
Price: $317 per night

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Airy, clean, family-friendly ground-floor apartment near Glenelg North

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This family-friendly space sits on the ground floor of the building with views of a lush park across the street. It’s located near Glenelg North, just a short walk to various shops, restaurants, public transportation, and even the beach.

The living room area has an open floor plan with a nice view of the park and is shared with a dining table that can fit up to four people. The modern kitchen has a dishwasher and all the appliances needed to cook a tasty meal, including a coffee machine, stovetop, oven, fridge and laundry machine. There are two comfortable rooms featuring large beds and plenty of natural light. The clean bathroom has been recently renovated and features a standing shower.

Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $134 per night

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Marina-front, two-level penthouse with water and park views

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This fabulous two-level penthouse apartment features ocean, marina and park views and is just steps from the beach, marina and local cafes and restaurants. On level one, relax in the two bedrooms, which are furnished with queen beds and a spacious balcony spanning the length of both rooms. Enjoy a spacious open floor plan on level two with a full kitchen, living room space, breakfast bar, and bathroom—a huge outdoor entertaining area on the second-floor balcony boasting barbecue facilities and amazing views. Guests will find amenities including high-quality linens, towels, and beach towels, free Wi-Fi; air conditioning and heating, complimentary tea and coffee, and a digital smart TV.

Five guests, two bedrooms
Price: $244 per night

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Beautiful, historic bluestone villa house in East Adelaide

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This quaint and picturesque house is tucked away in Adelaide’s historic East neighborhood, having stood nearly as long as the city of Adelaide itself. It’s stylish and bright, boasting new feeling light-filled spaces while preserving the property’s original 1883 heritage, including lofty ceilings, ornate fireplaces, and polished floorboards.

There are three large bedrooms on-site, two outfitted with queen beds and one with two singles.
Guests will wake up bathed in sunlight through the classy French doors that open from the main bedroom onto the backyard and garden area. Soak up the sunshine on the outdoor bluestone slab veranda, or eat amongst the lush florals in the backyard. The property features air conditioning and heating, a modern kitchen with all the standard cooking appliances a nice view of the garden, two bedrooms, and a separate laundry area.

Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $222 per night

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Cozy, self-contained backyard studio unit

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Three guests, one bedroom
Price: $74 per night

This cozy, compact, self-contained studio space features an entrance off the side of the house, offering security and privacy. Guests can enjoy the bright, spacious, open floor plan outfitted with hardwood floors and youthful-feeling bohemian furniture and decor.

Comfortable amenities like a clean, bright bathroom, a queen size bed and a full sofa bed for guests to rest, a dedicated workspace with a desk and WiFi connection, air conditioning, a kitchenette with a washing machine, and a dedicated dining area make it a great low-key spot to set as home base on a trip to Adelaide.

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What time is it in Adelaide, Australia?

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia, is on Australian Central Daylight Time, 14 hours and 30 minutes ahead of New York, New York, and 17 hours and 30 minutes ahead of Los Angeles, California.

Where is Adelaide?

Adelaide is the capital city of South Australia and the fifth largest city in the country. It’s located roughly 850 miles southwest of Sydney and 1,200 miles southwest of Brisbane and 430 miles northwest of Melbourne.