Mount Lofty House & Estate Adelaide Hills - Adults Retreat

Hotels
Accor
9.8 (472 reviews)
1 Mawson Drive , Adelaide , au

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location
Exceptional food
Cons:
Inconsistent service from staff
Cold dining room

Categories

Cleanliness
9.58
Overall good cleanliness, although the dining experience had some issues.
Service
10
Some staff were exceptional while others lacked experience; overall good service.
Location
10
Stunning location in Adelaide Hills, well-regarded by guests.
Room Quality
9.68
Rooms are nice with some complaints about size and services like turndown.
Amenities
9.68
Amenities such as the pool and beautiful grounds received positive remarks.
Value for Money
9.68
Perceived as good value, but some aspects may not meet the luxury expectations.
Food and Beverage
9.78
Food was highly praised, but some dining aspects were mentioned as needing improvement.
Overall Experience
10
Guests reported a wonderful overall stay with a strong desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-21 21:47

Property Description

Historical Charm and Modern Convenience
Mount Lofty House & Estate Adelaide Hills seamlessly blends historical charm with modern convenience, offering guests a unique experience in the picturesque Adelaide Hills wine region.

Luxurious Amenities
Guests can indulge in a range of luxurious amenities, from the refreshing swimming pool to the elegant croquet lawn and tennis court, providing the perfect balance of relaxation and recreation.

Award-Winning Dining and Event Spaces
Experience the culinary delights at Hardy's Verandah Restaurant, known for its seasonally changing degustation menu. With seven versatile function venues, the hotel is also an ideal choice for business meetings and conferences.

Book your stay at Mount Lofty House & Estate Adelaide Hills for an unforgettable blend of history, luxury, and natural beauty.

Important information:

Please note, there is a 1.4% credit card surcharge when using a credit card.
Deposit Guarantee Policy: All room reservation made at Mount Lofty House will require full prepayment at the time of booking. The full amount for the accommodations will be charged to the credit or debit card upon booking.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for AUD 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 5 years old stay for AUD 49 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 6 years old to 11 years old stay for AUD 65 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 12 years old and over stay for AUD 79 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 7 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 472 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.58
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.68
Amenities: 9.68
Value for Money: 9.68
Food and Beverage: 9.78
Overall Experience: 10
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Marg couple au
9
Wonderful experience. Would definitely recommend to friends and family.
Pros:

The service was top level. Christopher’s history talk was wonderful. The atmosphere and cleanliness were first class. Cookies were a great touch.

Cons:

Breakfast was a bit disappointing. Eggs were like the variety from the supermarket. Fruit lacked imagination and juices were not fresh squeezed. I would have liked an Earl Grey tea bag in the room. Asked for one but it did not turn up.

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Safari29373707780 NONE Melbourne, Victoria
10
Lovely spot for a luxury getaway!
Pros:

Beautiful property with excellent facilities. The Piccadilly garden room was truly luxurious. The house tour was a highlight.

2026-03-17 via Tripadvisor
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lawendt86 Couples Tanunda, Barossa Valley, South Australia
10
Charming and unique, 5 star hotel
Pros:

The most beautiful hotel - full of charm and character with stunning panoramic views of the city. Our room was seriously comfortable and had every amenity we could need. The staff were exemplary, the service second to none and has quickly become our favourite place.

2026-03-16 via Tripadvisor
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Stuart couple nz
10
Fantastic break away and only 30 mins from Central Adelaide. A really nice luxury stay
Pros:

The property is a wonderful venue. Staff are so friendly and the house tour on the day of arrival was very good. They provide a self guided "tour" of the local area with various discounts/offerings available. The vineyards nearby were great to visit, and we also enjoyed a massage at the Gate Keepers Spa which was very close. The pool was nice and handy to take a dip with towels available on the loungers. Breakfast was provided each morning with a nice menu offering a range of options. The food was delicious. All in all a wonderful time spent there

Cons:

Some minor maintenance issue with a towel rail in the bathroom needing attending too, but that was being very picky...

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Monique couple au
10
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Lindsey M couple au
10
Highly recommended for a luxurious get-away to relax, re-charge and enjoy the history of the Manor!
Pros:

From the minute we arrived, we were treated like royalty with a warm greeting from Christopher, who was an exceptional staff member. We thoroughly enjoyed the welcome glass of Champagne and having our bagged attended to promptly. We were so looking forward to our stay and it exceeded our expectations. The Tour with Christopher was fantastic with his wealth of knowlege - and was a definitely a highlight! Thank you so much - and we will be back!

Cons:

I wish we had booked longer than the one night and will do so in the future. We were sad to leave!

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Nan family_with_children au
10
Pros:

Beautiful view, lovely staff and fantastic food at the restaurant

Cons:

Room opposite to the elevator and stairs would be a little bit nosiy at night or early morning

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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marbles67 NONE Orpington, Bromley, Greater London, England
10
A calm, friendly, gastronomic delight!
Pros:

Such a calming overnight stay. The tour was a bonus - really interesting and accompanied by a lovely sparkling wine (topped up whenever we wished). The tasting menu was fantastic - in the true sense of the word - and even my husband, who is normally loathe to try new things, loved it. We'll definitely be back the next time we're over from the UK.

2026-03-11 via Tripadvisor
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Sarah couple gb
10
A calm, friendly, gastronomic delight!
Pros:

Such a calming overnight stay. The tour was a bonus - really interesting and accompanied by a lovely sparkling wine (topped up whenever we wished). The tasting menu was fantastic - in the true sense of the word - and even my husband, who is normally loathe to try new things, loved it. We'll definitely be back the next time we're over from the UK.

Cons:

Searching for a negative, we asked to have fruit and yoghurt after our 'main course' at breakfast, but that order was forgotten. It was soon remedied, which is a credit to the staff.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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lene couple dk
10
Virkelig helt perfekte dage i hænderne på meget kompetent personale og dejlige omgivelser
Pros:

Super sødt personale. Virkelig god ide med fortælling om stedets historie på 1. dag (sammen med gode bobler). Hotellet er super hyggeligt, dejlig yoga og fint poolområde, hvor vi bestilte lækkerier til frokost. Elsker det kun var for voksne. Vi fik lov at blive et par timer længere på afrejsedatoen, og vi kom også tidligere ind på ankomstdatoen. Så dejligt. Det gav os mere tid og ro til at nyde de sidste dage af vores roadtrip.

Cons:

Middagen på den almindelige restaurant var lidt kedelig

2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Heidi couple au
9
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Sealvili couple au
10
2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Gustaf extended_group au
10
There is no other words, for my wife and I, it is a stunning property, complete relaxation.
Pros:

It was a absolute perfect getaway, the breakfast was fresh (muffins maybe a tad tough but still tasty) all staff attentive, knowledgeable and really show that love working for you. Bed extremely comfortable, best pillows. An absolute stunning property, thank you.

Cons:

we couldn't stay longer. I could not fault the property in any way

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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I896WUoliviaw Couples
10
Amazing experience
Pros:

Perfect way to spend a quick get away to celebrate our wedding and a birthday. We will be back!

2026-02-23 via Tripadvisor
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GoodTimes011 Business Brisbane, Brisbane Region, Queensland
10
Well Done - Mount Lofty House Estate
Pros:

This is a stunning facility and a amazing experience we enjoy the every part of this beautiful estate, thank you Mount Lofty House Estate.

2026-02-23 via Tripadvisor
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jacintaamac Family
10
Annual retreat for sisters
Pros:

I have just returned from 3 glorious days at Mt Lofty House. The whole experience was simply outstanding- from the warm welcome when we arrived, with a glass of bubbles, to the amazing food, beautiful room, peaceful nooks, serene garden, lovely pool and so much more.
The staff were so friendly and accommodating and we loved the tour with Chris- so informative and entertaining.
Mt Lofty House is a very special place- like a sanctuary. I have returned home feeling nurtured- thanks to the treatments at the spa ( make sure you book ahead!) - and relaxed and also very spoilt.
Thank you to all the lovely staff who looked after us.

2026-02-20 via Tripadvisor
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U689VMjeffb NONE
10
Beautiful setting. Beautiful food, beautiful staff
Pros:

What a magical place. We loved it. The room was gorgeous. The property was extremely well kept and beautiful. And the staff were the friendliest we’ve ever encountered. We had dinner in the veranda restaurant and the food was an amazing experience of its own. Will definitely be back!!

2026-02-19 via Tripadvisor
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amquest139 Family Essex, Ontario
10
A getaway in the Adelaide Hills
Pros:

Our travel agent booked us into Mount Lofty Hills and it was fabulous. Quiet location, perfect puck up for our wine tours. Staff, location, food and drink were so much more than we expected. Pampering but relaxed and casual. Thank you to all the staff for making 3 Canadians feel welcome and at home. We had no idea the resort existed but we loved it.

2026-02-17 via Tripadvisor
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U342PNrebeccac Couples Perth, Greater Perth, Western Australia
10
Amazing room, great customer service, adults only.
Pros:

Wow, what an amazing experience! Thanks to all the staff. We cannot thank you enough. Special thanks to William and Lisa, you go above and beyond! Mount Lofty has many memories for us (Brandon, Bec, Ruby and Steve). Would highly recommend! Also a special mention to Charlie the koala that lives across the road!

2026-02-14 via Tripadvisor
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Karsten family_with_children de
10
2026-02-13 via Nuitee