Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
7 Cygnet Rd, Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5223 Australia
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#1 of 2 motels in Kangaroo Island
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The Seaside Inn is a family run business with 20 ocean view rooms. It has a great reputation for exceptional service and value. Located 1km from the main town of Kingscote it offers a great location for your Kangaroo Island holiday. Here you will get a true 'Kangaroo Island' experience.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Restaurant
Beach
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Parking
Wifi
Breakfast available
Outdoor furniture
Self-serve laundry
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Air conditioning
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Private balcony
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Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
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Bottled water
Iron
Electric kettle
Complimentary toiletries
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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English
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52Somewhat walkable
Grade: 52 out of 100
17Restaurantswithin 10 km
14Attractionswithin 10 km
7 Cygnet Rd, Kingscote, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5223 Australia
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On arrival at 14:16 we tried to get our key but the hotel reception was locked and there appeared to be no one around. Phoned the contact number I had and the manager/ owner advised that he had popped into town for some food. He came straight back and was quickly resolved and was shown to our room. It was apparent from outside it needed a bit of a clean up. The room itself was large and again some of it was a little too red the table and chairs had seen better days but still functional, mirror needed a better clean and there was lots of dust on top of the lights over the bed. The bedding was very clean the bed large and comfortable. The fridge was stocked with milk and water and there was plenty of tea and coffee. The bathroom overall looked new and was lovely however the shower cubicle required a better clean especially at the bottom where it was marked and black. Towels were clean the floor mat ragged. Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner was provided along with hand soap. Overall the hotel did what it needed to do, they are quite obviously trying to offer some home comforts. We was happy to stay and in fairness we were happy to stay there and would return again .…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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A hotel that could be much better if it gets a hospitable and proactive host plus if it gets out of money making to a customer service model. After staying at a premium posh KI Seafront in Penneshaw , moving to a unit like room at KI Seaside Inn in Kingscote wasn’t great. The main perk is a Seaview which most hotels there provide and a clean room. It’s inconvenient for families with kids as there is no toaster or microwave in room- Safety is cited as a reason but then other hotels provide these basic facilities in the country. We reached at noon and the on site restaurant was closed..Ideally you need food anytime, you need to rush out as you can’t heat it either nor can even toast a bread unfortunately. Jaspreet is a smart aleck who handles the hotel well but it doesn’t have much staff as he is the sole person who runs it (owners live in Adelaide) and that gives him a god like complex as he is not very assertive to feedback as you may learn interacting - He is a pind ka desi boy with decent communication unlike a hotel management trainee who is well versed with customer service and rapport. So the feedback mechanism or escalation model doesn’t cut with him. Everytime you will need to ask for things in room be it milk sachets, toiletries but given on a count of 1-2-3 so one has to keep approaching the desk due to no phones in room. If brand conscious it’s fun to read the names as the fridge is Palsonic and TV is Mitsumaru- The fridge with 1 star rating makes noise while you sleep. Restaurant is overpriced as you can easily know looking at prices and we saw the smallest garlic naan ever for dinner with a higher price - it seems to be a standard size in the hotel but it’s less than half of actual garlic naan, so food definitely is cheaper to have outside. As a family with a kid, I won’t recommend this hotel as there are plenty there which serves you well and gives basic amenities to you as needed.…
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Date of stay: April 2023
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Response from Mandeep Singh Gill, Owner at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Responded May 11, 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for staying with us and taking time out to write a review (Not Feedback) and thank you very much for editing the review and removing the humiliating and personal comments about the staff. First of all, every hotel has its own policies, so we don’t provide any microwaves or toasters that are clearly mentioned to you before you book, and we provide calculated amenities according to the needs as we cannot just pile up amenities inside the rooms but if needed extra, they are always made available to the guest. Moreover, you were continuously asking us irrelevant questions about how we run our business and about the owners which was awkward. Our restaurant is only open for Breakfast and Dinner, and we understand that you might need to eat anytime but every business has a certain timing and you arrived in the middle of the day when we do not operate, and Timings were also clearly mentioned on our website. As far as we know, our appliances are up-to-date and working efficiently. They are doing their job perfectly regardless of the brands. When you come to Kangaroo Island, you must expect that it will be expensive because it is a remote island. Also, the prices are clearly mentioned on the menu to give an idea to the guests about how much they will be charged. We served you the food even when you came without any prior booking 10 mins before closing time. We appreciate our staff for being an all-rounder rather than criticizing them for being so.
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This was a Ferry/hotel package deal. There was a lot of work going on around the place. Our room was pretty good, although the towels were grey in colour and very thin. Beds were comfy. Rooms are not serviced unless you slide the little sign across the door. Unfortunately for us, this meant we ended up with an almost overflowing rubbish bin by our 3rd day. Be mindful of the fact that the place is a couple of minutes drive out of town and there's no taxis on Kangaroo Island. We would have loved to have tried the Indian food, but only found out there was actually an Indian restaurant when we went to write this review on Trip Advisor! There is very little information about the area in the room and very little info offered on check in (eg that there was an Indian restaurant on site). The rooms are very dated, but it looks like there's a bit of work being done as our bathroom had been updated. There are absolutely no cooking facilities in the room, so don't expect to have a microwave or toaster. The hosts did offer for us to use the toaster in the dining room, but that was all too hard really. All in all, an OK stay, but it wasn't really worth the money we paid in our opinion.…
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Try and get an upstairs room for the view.
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Very clean, lovely staff. Unfortunately room had large rip in door fly screens so we could not enjoy sea breeze. Not enough pillows. Continental breakfast was $15 each for basic toast and cereal. No face washers provided. The bathroom tap dripped. And tiles were chipped, overall just very dated.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Rooms and bathroom are looking very tired. I was disappointed that we didn’t get an upstairs room. On the upside great view, easy parking and ramps to take suitcases to room. The hotel is positioned in a good place in Kingscote. The rooms were an affordable rate
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: KI, not good to go on a Monday
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The staff at this hotel were excellent, so welcoming and helpful. The rooms were clean & comfortable. We didn’t eat there as only had a one night stay, but there is an on-site restaurant offered. Great location, walking distance to restaurants etc.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Mandeep Singh Gill, Owner at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Responded Dec 26, 2022
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We really hope to see you back soon.
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The manager is the best asset of this hotel as he is very helpful and always available. The hotel itself is looking quite dated with torn carpet, broken rubbish bins and malfunctioning shower head. However the bed is very comfortable and the air con works well.
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Great Location with everything assessable. Manager was very helpful. Kids had lots of fun.stayed for 2 nights room was spacious and comfortable . Food was amazing. Nice beach front views . Definitely recommend to family and friends
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Mandeep Singh Gill, Owner at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Responded Oct 2, 2022
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We really hope to see you back soon.
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Great location overlooking the bay only a minute drive into the town centre The manager is extremely friendly polite and basically a great guy He gave my wife and I a very warm welcome The room we stayed in was extremely roomy and comfortable and most importantly Quiet
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: I can’t think of any negatives
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Response from Mandeep Singh Gill, Owner at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Responded Oct 2, 2022
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We really hope to see you back soon.
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Here I had a ground floor room. All rooms face the ocean which is just across a road..The room was large, clean and comfortable but a bit dated.Linen was spotless and towels fluffy.. The restaurant was pleasant and the menu varied. The owners are Indian so do try their Indian meals which were wonderful Pleasant owners who could not do enough for guests but were not intrusive.
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Room Tip: Ramps led to upstairs rooms so not a problem for anyone
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Response from Mandeep Singh Gill, Owner at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Responded Oct 2, 2022
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We really hope to see you back soon.
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PRICE RANGE
$112 - $121 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
comfort inn kingscote, kingscote comfort inn
LOCATION
AustraliaSouth AustraliaKangaroo IslandKingscote
NUMBER OF ROOMS
20
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn
Which popular attractions are close to Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Nearby attractions include Fine Art Kangaroo Island (1.0 km), Kangaroo Island Gallery (0.9 km), and Kingscote Gift Shop (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cactus - Coffee, Food, Bar, Kangaroo Island Fresh Seafoods, and Bella Cafe Restaurant & Pizza Bar.
Are any cleaning services offered at Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Reeves Point Historical Site (2.1 km) and Old Wisanger School (3.3 km).
Does Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.
Is Kangaroo Island Seaside Inn accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.