The Best Hotels Closest to South Australian Museum in Adelaide - 2026 Updated Prices

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A hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a balcony with greenery.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a kitchen area, a large window with a city view, and a seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, and a large window offering a city view.

1. Majestic M Suites

North Adelaide, 1.2 mi from South Australian Museum

Kath

£94

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern rooftop lounge with a circular fire pit, green seating, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A rooftop pool area with seating and plants, a large pool, and a view of a stadium in the background.

A modern interior with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

2. Eos by SkyCity

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.3 mi from South Australian Museum

Clive

£191

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, wooden flooring, a wooden side table with a wine glass and bottle, and a large window offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and modern seating.

A modern indoor pool with a chevron pattern floor, surrounded by wooden railings and a patterned ceiling.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and modern seating areas.

3. Vibe Hotel Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.6 mi from South Australian Museum

kirsten

£97

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern interior with a curved ceiling design and seating areas.

A group of people toasting with champagne glasses in a room with a marble table and ornate wall paneling.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a view of buildings through large windows.

A modern interior with a curved red wall, seating area, and a unique ceiling light design.

4. The Playford Adelaide MGallery

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.4 mi from South Australian Museum

Jason

£117

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass wall offering a view of a historic cathedral.

A room with a large window, a table with a vase of flowers, and a sofa.

A modern lounge area with leather sofas, round tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern building with a unique architectural design, surrounded by lush green trees and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Oval Hotel at Adelaide Oval

North Adelaide, 0.5 mi from South Australian Museum

Sivakumar

£128

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There are potted plants and a large window on one side.

A modern living room with orange sofas, a black and white checkered chair, and a large bookshelf filled with decorative items.

A modern bar area with a central island and multiple stools, surrounded by shelves stocked with bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.

6. Pullman Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.3 mi from South Australian Museum

Jason

£100

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table with glasses and a bottle, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a seating area with a blue armchair, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, breakfast tray with fruit and juice, and a newspaper.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, hanging pendant lights, and a buffet setup.

7. Peppers Waymouth Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.5 mi from South Australian Museum

Grant

£100

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a cityscape view at dusk.

A rooftop lounge with seating areas and tables, overlooking a cityscape with modern buildings.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and ottoman, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a city view.

A person sitting on a bed in a room with a city view, holding a cup. There is a tray with food items on the bed.

8. Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets by IHG

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.8 mi from South Australian Museum

Erica

£97

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a side table, a chair, and a window with blinds.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, wooden panel walls, and hanging light fixtures.

A room with a dark wall, a number '3' sign, a small table with a bowl and vase, and a bed with pillows.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

9. The Franklin Hotel

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.6 mi from South Australian Museum

Keegan

£100

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A high-rise hotel with multiple balconies, large windows, and a modern architectural design.

A modern reception desk with the word "QUEST" prominently displayed, a glass partition, and a red accent wall.

A bar area with hanging pendant lights, a wine rack, and a coffee machine.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa, a dining table, and a desk.

10. Quest on Franklin

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.6 mi from South Australian Museum

David

£103

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a wooden table and benches, potted plants, and a view of the cityscape.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, a screen, and a view of the city.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, a large vase on a pedestal, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A reception desk with a modern design, a digital screen displaying the hotel's name, and a plant on the left.

11. Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.3 mi from South Australian Museum

Jacqueline

£73

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern indoor swimming pool with a long, narrow design, featuring a tiled floor and a long bench along one side.

A modern hotel with a clock tower, a large glass building, and a historic building with arched windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a red carpet. There are shelves with plants and books, and a large window with a view of buildings.

A modern staircase with a wooden handrail and a light-colored floor, leading to a reception area with a wooden panel wall and a decorative wall piece.

12. Adelaide Marriott Hotel

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.5 mi from South Australian Museum

Vicki

£156

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern building with multiple balconies and a palm tree in front.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a beige armchair, and a coffee table with decorative vases. A colorful abstract painting is on the wall, and a kitchen area is visible in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, washing machine, oven, microwave, and refrigerator.

13. The Palms Apartments

0.9 mi from South Australian Museum

Stephanie

£90

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern residential building with multiple floors, balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a bathroom.

A wheelchair-accessible room with a medical examination chair, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a door with a window.

A bicycle parked next to a map on a wall, a staircase, and various plants.

14. North Adelaide Boutique Stays Accommodation

North Adelaide, 1.2 mi from South Australian Museum

Susan

£93

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious indoor area with large windows, a bar with shelves of bottles, and multiple seating arrangements.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "ALBA" and a staircase leading to guest rooms.

A couple dining at a table with a view of the outdoors, a meal, and a glass of orange juice.

A long conference table set for a meeting with chairs on both sides, a decorative plant in the center, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

15. Hotel Alba Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 1 mi from South Australian Museum

Wade

£95

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

16. HotelMOTEL Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 1 mi from South Australian Museum

Lap

£95

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern bar area with a high bar counter, seating with stools, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a visible entrance.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a small table, and a built-in shower area.

A modern gym with exercise equipment, a wooden floor, and large windows.

17. Little National Hotel Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.5 mi from South Australian Museum

Adele

£108

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

A hotel room with a glass shower enclosure, a bed, a desk, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-level interior with a wooden staircase, a reception area with colorful wall art, and a modern design aesthetic.

A modern laundry room with stacked washers and dryers, a sink, and a tray with a plant and glass.

A gym with a treadmill, dumbbells, and a bench.

18. Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.4 mi from South Australian Museum

Michael

£83

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a prominent 'ibisHOTEL' sign, and a view of the surrounding urban area.

A modern restaurant with high wooden ceilings, blue pendant lights, and a mix of red and black seating.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, located at a city intersection.

19. ibis Adelaide

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.2 mi from South Australian Museum

Michelle Lee

£72

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a refrigerator.

A modern apartment with a staircase, dining area, living room, and large windows offering a city view.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk labeled "QUEST," a seating area with a coffee table and chairs, and a bookshelf with books and a vase of flowers.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, TV, and workspace.

20. Quest King William South

Adelaide Central Business District, 0.9 mi from South Australian Museum

Vanessa

£107

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Majestic M Suites	9.8 Exceptional 723 reviews	View
Eos by SkyCity	9.6 Exceptional 477 reviews	View
Vibe Hotel Adelaide	9.4 Exceptional 436 reviews	View
The Playford Adelaide MGallery	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Oval Hotel at Adelaide Oval	9.4 Exceptional 917 reviews	View

Top South Australian Museum Hotel Reviews

Adelaide Riviera Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved staying here as so close to the cbd by free tram. Very friendly staff, always with a greeting and a smile. We were upgraded which was a lovely surprise. I'm a very light sleeper, so next time I'll request a room away from the main road. I will be staying again in December so shows how much I like it👍 Great price and great room."

Little National Hotel Adelaide

10/10 Excellent

"Super clean, comfortable and modern room. Loved our stay."

Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"Limited breakfast options especially for coeliac guest"

Crowne Plaza Adelaide by IHG

8/10 Good

"Pool nice temperature, not too cold but not uncomfortably hot"

Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

10/10 Excellent

"A lovely hotel in a central location. Great amenities, rooms and bathrooms are great, cold water fountain in the corridor, easy parking, it's just not recommended to go out/come back too late due to the party strip."

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

8/10 Good

"Nice stay , spacious rooms in a relatively central area"

Eminence on Bank

8/10 Good

"The hotel is currently under construction so I can’t really provide an accurate review. The room itself was very small, but it was fine for what we needed it for. It does have a great location"

Tom's Court Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Tom’s Court Hotel was a great place to stay, large sized bed which we thought was very comfortable, no sagging. The room was large, kitchenette with very handy. Microwave, sink and cups saucers, mugs, bowls, plates, knives forks and spoons, also a fridge. Hand wash provided, shower wash, shampoo and conditioner too. Great aircons tv. Very clean, block out curtains and you could hardly hear the neighbours. We never had the breakfast as there were so many other places to eat."

The Playford Adelaide MGallery

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel. Rooms were spacious"

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A grand library with high ceilings, ornate wooden beams, and rows of bookshelves.

State Library of South Australia

Discover the eclectic mix of architecture, delve into South Australian history or just enjoy a good book in this fascinating 19th-century library.

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An art gallery with ornate paintings and sculptures.

Art Gallery of South Australia

9.0/10 (321 reviews)

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A memorial wall with engraved names, surrounded by trees and a stone pathway.

Adelaide War Memorial

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

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A museum exhibit with a timeline from 1900 to 1969, featuring historical photographs and documents.

Migration Museum

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A city square with historic buildings, a large reflective sculpture, and various shops including a hair salon and a jeweler.

Rundle Mall

8.6/10 (6,662 reviews)

World-class shopping at over 700 stores, farm animals and even a few ghosts make this much more than a typical shopping mall.

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A historic church with a pointed steeple and a statue in the foreground.

University of Adelaide

8.6/10 (962 reviews)

Wander the halls, gardens and boulevards of one of Australia’s oldest universities and find plenty of fascinating stories on your educational visit.

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The Mall's Balls Statue

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Government House

8.2/10 (237 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Australian Museum?

South Australian Museum is located in a welcoming area of Adelaide known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 452 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near South Australian Museum?

Adjacent to South Australian Museum, Stamford Plaza Adelaide is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options within a short distance include Adelaide Rockford and Adelaide Riviera Hotel.

How many hotels are there near South Australian Museum?

Expedia has 452 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from South Australian Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Australian Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near South Australian Museum.

What can I see and do near South Australian Museum?

Art Gallery of South Australia, Ayers House Museum and Tandanya (National Aboriginal Cultural Institute) feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Adelaide Botanic Gardens, Her Majesty's Theater and Adelaide Gaol are must-sees while exploring the area. You can enjoy live performances at Adelaide Festival Centre and Lion Arts Centre.

How can I get to South Australian Museum?

With so many ways to get around, exploring the area around South Australian Museum is a breeze. Nearby metro stations include Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop, Rundle Mall Tram Stop and City South Tram Stop. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Pirie Street Tram Station or Adelaide Station.

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Our top choices for South Australian Museum hotels

1. Majestic M Suites

2. Eos by SkyCity

3. Vibe Hotel Adelaide

4. The Playford Adelaide MGallery

5. Oval Hotel at Adelaide Oval

6. Pullman Adelaide

7. Peppers Waymouth Adelaide

8. Hotel Indigo Adelaide Markets by IHG

9. The Franklin Hotel

10. Quest on Franklin

11. Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

12. Adelaide Marriott Hotel

13. The Palms Apartments

14. North Adelaide Boutique Stays Accommodation

15. Hotel Alba Adelaide

16. HotelMOTEL Adelaide

17. Little National Hotel Adelaide

18. Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

19. ibis Adelaide

20. Quest King William South

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Top South Australian Museum Hotel Reviews

Adelaide Riviera Hotel

Little National Hotel Adelaide

Holiday Inn Express Adelaide City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Adelaide by IHG

Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Eminence on Bank

Tom's Court Hotel

The Playford Adelaide MGallery

Other attractions near South Australian Museum

State Library of South Australia

Art Gallery of South Australia

Adelaide War Memorial

Migration Museum

Rundle Mall

University of Adelaide

The Mall's Balls Statue

Government House

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