ACCOMMODATION WHYALLA SA

Best Western Alexander Motel Whyalla offers top quality accommodation in Whyalla at competitive prices. The motel is located three kilometres from the beach, three kilometres from Westlands Shopping Centre and four kilometres from the airport in a quiet residential area. Best Western Alexander Motel Whyalla offers a range of room types including single, twin, deluxe and family or an executive suite. All rooms are on the ground floor so you don't have to carry your suitcases up flights of stairs. All rooms have an outdoor courtyard connecting to our large central courtyard which features a barbecue area and swimming pool. Business travellers will appreciate the complimentary wireless broadband, business centre and hanging room for formal/business clothes. This Whyalla motel's additional amenities include a fully licensed highly regarded 4 star restaurant Percy's on Playford specialising in Steak and seafood dishes and caters to special dietary needs. The restaurant is open six nights a week for dinner (Monday to Saturday and room service sundays). It can also be booked for private functions....

Discovery Holiday Park - Whyalla Foreshore is situated on the shore of the magnificent Spencer Gulf at Whyalla, the Foreshore Caravan Park offers the most discerning traveller as many facilities and services that could be reasonably expected including Internet Access. Fishing for many species and crabbing from the beach are just two of the more popular activities. The Corvette "Whyalla", the Maritime Museum (including Flinders’s Diaries), Ada Ryan Gardens and the only Australian Steelworks still operational, are just a few of the attractions. Whether staying for a night or a week, there is always something for everyone.

Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park located next to the Sundowner Hotel offers one of the most modern accommodation options in Whyalla. Each of the 72 cabins comprises a self contained, fully furnished unit with full kitchen facilities, linen included and an outdoor area with table and chairs. All cabins have air conditioning, spacious dining and lounge furniture, ceiling fans, LCD wall mounted television, access to satellite television and wifi internet. Three cabins are designed for those with disabilities and have wheelchair access. We also offer Pet Friendly Two Bedroom cabins for those travelling with a pet. Facilities include- reception, guest laundry, large undercover BBQ area, large parking areas for boats, cars or trailers, walk through access to the adjacent Sundowner Hotel Motel for all dining and entertainment needs and ideally located two kilometres from the Airport, Whyalla city centre and major shopping district....

The Point Lowly Cottages offer rustic accommodation for families and groups in two historic stone cottages, each with 29 dormitory style beds, including 2x double bunk beds in each cottage, plus recreation room. The cottages are situated 40 kilometres north of Whyalla off Port Augusta Road. Enjoy peaceful surrounds, spectacular views of the Point Lowly Lighthouse, Southern Flinders Ranges and the Whyalla Skyline by night. Explore the scenic coast, fishing and swimming beaches. Book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Maximum seven nights stay and two night's minimum charge for all bookings....

Whyalla Maritime Museum specialises in naval, BHP shipbuilding, maritime and natural history of the upper Spencer Gulf. Its prime exhibit, HMAS Whyalla, the first modern warship built in 1941 in South Australia stands on dry land, two kilometres from the sea. The collection documents the areas diverse marine habitats including sharks, stingrays, seahorses, sea dragons, blue ring octopuses and more. Plus the 1814 edition of Matthew Flinders journals and collections of items recovered from shipwrecks. Singing to the Sharks exhibition documents the indigenous Aboriginal people of the area and their connection with the sea. Admission includes guided tour of HMAS Whyalla at 11.30am and 1.30pm daily. Entrance is via the Visitor Centre. Group tours are available by arrangement....

The Westland Hotel Motel is located next door to Westland Shopping Centre. There are many places of interest to see in the region including Fauna and Reptile Park, Mount Laura Homestead, Ada Ryan Gardens, BHP Tours and the beach. Each of the 115 units has private ensuite, colour television with free Austar, queen size bed, tea and coffee making facilities, minibar, direct dial telephone and air conditioning. NomadNet Wireless Broadband now available in all guest and function rooms....

The Freycinet Trail extends 12 kilometres along the coastline of Fitzgerald Bay in the Upper Spencer Gulf. Beginning at the northern end of Fitzgerald Bay it follows the coastline to the southern tip of the bay at Point Lowly. The trail consisting of hiking, cycling and driving components and is sign posted with trail markers and interpretive signage. The Fitzgerald Bay hiking trail is four kilometres long offering a leisurely walk along dunes, pebble beaches and bushland. There are access roads to start of this hiking only trail. Trail is clearly defined and hikers are requested to stay on the trail. The remainder of the trail is suitable for hiking, cycling or driving. It follows the coastal emergency route with spectacular ocean views comparable to Victoria's Great Ocean Road. Parking, camping and toilets are available at start of trail, car parking is also available at sectors seven and eight....

The Point Lowly Cottages offer rustic accommodation for families and groups in two historic stone cottages, each with 29 dormitory style beds, including 2x double bunk beds in each cottage, plus recreation room. The cottages are situated 40 kilometres north of Whyalla off Port Augusta Road. Enjoy peaceful surrounds, spectacular views of the Point Lowly Lighthouse, Southern Flinders Ranges and the Whyalla Skyline by night. Explore the scenic coast, fishing and swimming beaches. Book well in advance to avoid disappointment. Maximum seven nights stay and two night's minimum charge for all bookings. Hire fee and bond applies, details on application....

The Whyalla Visitor Information Centre is a booking and departure point for Steelworks and other scenic tours, and is the entrance point for the Whyalla Maritime Museum which features the largest fully land-locked warship in Australia, the former HMAS Whyalla corvette, two kilometres inland and resting two metres above ground. The centre is committed to providing quality visitor services and offers an ever changing range of Whyalla souvenirs. The centre is open Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm, Weekends and Public Holidays 10am to 4pm, closed Good Friday and Christmas Day....

The Palms Whyalla offer spacious, modern self-contained accommodation, ideal for corporate travellers, longer term stays or holiday makers. The complex is situated off the main road but close to shops and the University SA Whyalla Campus. It features closed circuit camera surveillance, secure parking and onsite coin operated laundries. You can choose between self contained One Bedroom or Two Bedroom Apartments. The apartments feature free WiFi, 42 inch flat screen televisions with Austar, and kitchen with full cooking facilities. Linen is changed weekly. Enquiries regarding long term leases welcome. ...

Cheap and free camping options at Point Lowly & Fitzgerald Bay Cost $8.00 per night up to a maximum of 14 days. Toilets and Cold Showers are located in the amenities block on the entrance to the camping area and camping is permitted in the designated areas only (in yellow). A dump point is also located adjacent the main entrance. Permits can be purchased from: ?Point Lowly, by using the honour system and the payment box is located near the amenities block (Cash only) ?The Whyalla Visitor Centre, Lincoln Highway (Cash & EFTPOS) ?The Whyalla City Council, Darling Terrace (Cash & EFTPOS) Place your permit on the passenger side of your vehicles? dashboard so that it is clearly visible. Council Officers will be patrolling the area & failure to purchase a permit may incur a fine of up to $187.50. Please note that camping is only permitted in the designated areas outlined in yellow on the above map and a 14 day limit applies. If you require any further information please contact Council?s Team Leader Ranger Services on 0408 810 520...

Whyalla truly is the city where the outback meets the sea. With more than 300 days of sunshine per year, fascinating history and plenty to see and do Whyalla is the ideal holiday destination. The city itself has an excellent foreshore, with a delightful shady park and marina. There are excellent cafes and restaurants close to the beach to sit back and take in the atmosphere. See the Whyalla Maritime Museum or Mount Laura Homestead, take a tour of the steelworks or attend one of Whyalla's friendly community events. Just over 30 kilometres from the city is Point Lowly Lighthouse, a local icon. The safe nearby beaches are great for taking the kids and there is magnificent fishing from shore or boat. Diving in the area is fantastic particularly during the renowned Giant Australian Cuttlefish season. There are some excellent coastal scenic drives overlooking the Southern Flinders Ranges and usually rewarded with sightings of dolphins frolicking in the shallow waters. Whyalla is fast building a name as a fisherman's paradise. With a wide array of different species for anglers to try their skills at, including the elusive 'big red snapper'. Over Easter long weekend there are over 750 anglers that converge on the city to compete in the annual snapper fishing competition. Whether you come to Whyalla for a weekend or a week, there is certainly something for everyone 'where the outback meets the sea'....