CABN Kangaroo Island

Hotels
9.5 (155 reviews)
Cape Willoughby Road , Penneshaw , AU

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Facilities

Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
BBQ facilities
Sauna
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Stunning location
Comfortable rooms
Great amenities
Cons:
Dusty floors
Slow service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Dusty floors and blocked bathroom sink were noted, affecting overall cleanliness.
Service
9.65
Service experienced issues with response times, but overall was acceptable.
Location
9.95
The location received high praise with stunning views and a beautiful setting.
Room Quality
9.45
Rooms were noted as comfortable and well-designed with great amenities.
Amenities
9.15
Amenities like the sauna and outdoor bath were highlighted positively, though some additions were suggested.
Value for Money
9.95
Overall experiences suggest a high value for the unique and luxurious stay.
Food and Beverage
9.45
No specific mention in reviews, assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
9.95
Overall experience was very positive with guests expressing enjoyment and satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 06:03

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
CABN Kangaroo Island, situated in Penneshaw, offers 5-star accommodation with a sauna. Some rooms feature a private beach area, terrace, and barbecue facilities, while others boast balconies with stunning sea views.

Kitchenette in Selected Rooms
For added convenience, selected rooms are equipped with a kitchenette including a fridge, microwave, and stovetop. Guests can enjoy the flexibility of preparing their meals while taking in the beautiful surroundings of Kangaroo Island.

Convenient Location
Just 29 km from Christmas Cove Marina and with free private parking available, CABN Kangaroo Island provides easy access to nearby attractions. The hotel is also conveniently located 78 km from Kingscote Airport, ensuring a hassle-free journey for guests.

To experience luxury, convenience, and breathtaking views, book your stay at CABN Kangaroo Island today.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.5
Based on 155 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 9.65
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 9.45
Amenities: 9.15
Value for Money: 9.95
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.95
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Wang • couple • au
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Gangemi • couple • au
10
Pros:

Everything!! What a beautiful lux stay in the most divine location.
There is something so incredibly special about getting off grid & just enjoying nature at its best.
There were thousands of stars to see & so cute you can lie in bed & enjoy them through the skylight.
So decadent having a huge bathtub inside & out & so amazing to have a private sauna.
What an unique stop over
Loved, loved, loved CABN
10/10

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Cassandra • couple • au
10
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Cam • couple • au
7
Great location and building , the details need attention to match the promise
Pros:

Location and styling

Cons:

Needs maintenance
For the spend the details are missing

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • au
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • au
4
Pros:

Great view

Cons:

Needs a major scrub, so so dirty. Too far from any attraction. Needs a full-wheel drive, access via a dirt road only.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Location

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Kayla • solo_traveller • au
7
Gorgeous views and comfortable stay after our long KIWT walk. The Cabyn needs maintenance and a good clean and the owner
Pros:

The views are incredible. The windows offer seamless beautiful outlook during our stay. Loved the view from the sauna watching the wildlife hop by.

The sauna was a highlight and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the thoughtful touches such as complimentary local KI produce and coffee etc.

Cons:

There are some maintenance issues that deserve attention, given the bespoke/luxury stay advertised. The bathroom doors don’t close properly and I suspect one is off its hinges. Surely that would be obvious to the staff maintaining the building. The fridge was not clean, the freezer grotty. The smell coming from it made us not want to use it at all.

We suggest some better signage for walking paths and a decent map to show walking trails.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • au
9
Romance, solitude, ambience are the words that come to mind
Pros:

Driving into the property gave us a feeling of excitement. Seeing the cabins, the surrounds and the ocean was overwhelming. The cabin itself was wonderful, bbq was very welcomed, as we ate outside every night. It was magical.

Cons:

Could be cleaner, but other than that, it was perfect.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Neil • couple • au
9
Amazing secluded getaway luxury stay.
Pros:

Location, privacy, quality of fixtures were all exceptional.
Fantastic place for a romantic getaway. Great welcome package as well.

Cons:

Couldn’t lock the doors, only one side of the 4 slice toaster worked.
This is for feedback only, we had an amazing time we really couldn’t fault it.

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Zoe • couple • au
10
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • au
9
Relaxing, time to recharge your batteries
Pros:

View, comfort, sauna, BBQ, sky light over the bed to watch the stars, quietness

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Chtaneva • couple • ca
10
Pros:

This was an incredible “one in a life” experience! 100% worth the price. It was so peaceful and confortable. Kangaroos came very close. The beach was beautiful! We spent 2 nights in flinders chase and 2 nights here and it was a perfect combination to discover the KI.

2026-04-08 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • au
10
Pros:

Everything. Amazing venue in pristine location

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee
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Oliver • couple • ch
8
Schön aber schmutzig
Pros:

Die Lage, die Badewanne und auch die Ausstattung. Abends sehr viele Kangaroos und auch Leguane unterwegs

Cons:

Alles war ziemlich schmutzig und der Aussenbereich war ganz schlimm. Die Badewanne und auch der Grill im Aussenbereich waren somit nicht nutzbar, schade

2026-04-04 • via Nuitee
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Evgeniya • couple • fi
10
Pros:

Awesome view, everything was smart and comfortable.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • au
10
Pros:

CABN was just incredible! The amenities are beautiful, the view was to die for, we just did not want to leave. For the price the experience is amazing. We used the sauna, the outdoor bath multiple times and the BBQ. We were Also impressed as to how they keep each CABN pretty private.

Cons:

Only criticism is that the pillows were not very comfy, but the experience as a whole was 10/10

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Sonya • couple • au
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Natacha • couple • au
9
Pros:

Wonderful location, amazing views and sunset, excellent concept, modern design, welcome bottle of bubbles, comfortable and remote cabin, surrounded by Kangaroos, access to private beach and walk to St Alban lighthouse.

Cons:

The cabin wasn't spotlessly clean. Traces in the bathroom and kitchen of the previous guests. Disabled toilet look.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee