Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge

Name: Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge
Address: 73 Scenic Drive, American River, American River, South Australia, Australia, American River, South Australia, Australia
Rating: 8.18

"Loved the beds"

"Excellent in-house restaurant"

"Rooms were clean and comfortable"

"Spacious rooms"

"Staff provided great service"

"Stunning views"

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Property description

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a sauna. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a fireplace in the lobby.

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8.2

Very good

Based on 434 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Business

Couple

66%

Family

19%

Group

Solo

What guests think

AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews

Across many reviews of Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge, travellers highlight friendly, helpful staff, a peaceful waterfront setting with bay views, and an on-site restaurant that is often praised, while noting dated areas, occasional maintenance issues, and limited nearby dining.

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Terrence

Apr 18, 2026

Stayed 5 nights

Bed was so comfortable staff friendly & room was clean

Rohait

Jan 27, 2026

Stayed 1 night

Clean room

Jose

Jan 15, 2026

Stayed 6 nights

Nice lodge location, outdated room requiring upgrade. Room with cobwebs around window and dirty curtains. Nice and helpfull staff.

Karima

Dec 16, 2025

Stayed 3 nights

Staff was amazing . Highlight was free goodies to enjoy and the room was amazing .

Alejandro

Dec 11, 2025

Stayed 2 nights

Great staff

73 Scenic Drive, American River, American River, South Australia, Australia

Location

With a stay at Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge in American River, you'll be 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from The Oyster Farm Shop and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Emu Ridge Farm Eucalyptus Distillery. This beach hotel is 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from Kangaroo Island Spirits.

The Oyster Farm Shop(0.9 miles)

Buick Point(0.9 miles)

Prospect Hill(8.2 miles)

Beyeria Conservation Park(13 miles)

Nepean Bay Conservation Park(13.7 miles)

Emu Ridge Farm Eucalyptus Distillery(15.7 miles)

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Check-out

From 14:00 to 19:30

Before 10:00

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FAQs

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee, approximately AUD 29 to 30 for adults and AUD 12 to 21 for children.

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 7:30 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee, subject to availability, and late check-out incurs a fee of AUD 65.00, also subject to availability.

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additionally, elevators are available for ease of access.

The property is located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) from The Oyster Farm Shop and 15.7 miles (25.3 km) from Emu Ridge Farm Eucalyptus Distillery. It is also 21.6 miles (34.7 km) from Kangaroo Island Spirits.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool, which is seasonal and open from September 1 to April 30.

Yes, children are welcome and can stay for free when occupying the parent's or guardian's room using existing bedding.

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