Goolwa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with cars, a hotel, and a shop named 'Rainsford'.
A sign reading "Goolwa" and a craft shop sign.
A historic building with a stone facade, a flagpole with multiple flags, and a sign indicating a fire danger season warning.
A mosaic with the word "PEACE" and a sun design.
A church with a clock tower and a steeple.
Discovery Parks - Goolwa

Discovery Parks - Goolwa

2.5 out of 5
40 Kessell Rd Goolwa SA
The price is NZ$122 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$122
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Goolwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Goolwa Museum and Artworx Gallery are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (91 reviews)
"Overall, my stay was great. There were just a couple of small matters which the staff attended to immediately. I have been before and I will visit again. Clare"

Reviewed on 27 July 2026

Discovery Parks - Goolwa
Motel Goolwa

Motel Goolwa

3 out of 5
30 Cadell Street Goolwa SA
The price is NZ$205 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$205
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Goolwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (371 reviews)
"Central to the town, this motel was very good for an overnight stay. Clean, convenient, everything necessary within 1 km. A great tourism spot."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Motel Goolwa
THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

Goolwa SA
Stay at this holiday home in Goolwa. Enjoy patios, air conditioning and sunloungers. Popular attractions Goolwa Museum and Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
"Thank you. We enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

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THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL
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THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL

Goolwa SA
Stay at this holiday home in Goolwa. Enjoy patios, air conditioning and sunloungers. Popular attractions Goolwa Museum and Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
"Thank you. We enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 31 July 2026

THE SHACK - GOOLWA CENTRAL
Boat Haven Studios

Boat Haven Studios

4 out of 5
157 Liverpool Rd Goolwa SA
Stay at this apartment in Goolwa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (124 reviews)
"The location is excellent—quiet, private, and close to everything you need. However, I noticed pet hair on the furniture, and the sofas were quite worn, which made the property feel less clean than expected. The biggest issue was that the Wi-Fi stopped working the day before I left, and the air conditioning ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Boat Haven Studios
Piccolina Floating Accomodation

Piccolina Floating Accomodation

Goolwa SA
Stay at this houseboat in Goolwa. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Goolwa Old Railway Superintendent's Cottage and Goolwa Wharf Markets ...
10/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Staying here was an absolute delight. Everything about the property exuded charm. It was warm, cozy, with beautiful views and so so tranquil. The small touches like the pate and crackers, the beautiful linen sheets and Jurlique bathroom products just added to one of the best stays away we've ever ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Piccolina Floating Accomodation
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Stay near popular Goolwa attractions

Goolwa Wharf Markets

8.8/10 (36 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Goolwa Wharf Markets during your trip to Goolwa. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Kayaking the Coorong National Park

Full Day Kayaking Tour in Coorong National Park

NZ$193
per adult
Full Day Kayaking Tour in Coorong National Park
Adelaide: Tandem Skydiving Adventure over Goolwa

Adelaide: Tandem Skydiving Adventure over Goolwa

NZ$361
per adult
Adelaide: Tandem Skydiving Adventure over Goolwa
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Cities near Goolwa

A sign for Hindmarsh Island Cemetery surrounded by sparse vegetation and trees.

Hindmarsh Island

A wooden pier extending into calm water, a grassy area, and a blue-roofed structure.

Goolwa Beach

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