Escape to Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat, where natural beauty and relaxation merge. Enjoy a rejuvenating massage, unwind on the garden terrace or explore the library. The Nicolas Baudin Restaurant serves up delicious breakfast and dinner options.
Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Nicholas Baudin Restaurant - 3 min walk
The Chase Cafe - 6 min drive
The Chase Cafe - 29 min drive
About this property
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat
When visiting Karatta, Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages, and Nicolas Baudin Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English, Filipino, Japanese
At a glance
Hotel size
33 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
Please arrive before 7 PM, as it is hazardous to drive at night due to wildlife on the roads.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Snack bar/deli
Services
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Television in common areas
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Cot/infant bed (surcharge)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Nicolas Baudin Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 25 to 25 for adults and AUD 12.50 to 12.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for AUD 20.0 per stay
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Motel Karatta
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Motel
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Karatta
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat
Kangaroo Wilderness Retreat
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Motel
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Karatta
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Motel Karatta
Frequently asked questions
Does Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat and nearby?
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Nicolas Baudin Restaurant.
What's the area around Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat like?
Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat is located a short 10-minute walk from Flinders Chase National Park.
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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
5 January 2020
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 January 2020
Perfect Flinders base
Unfortunately our stay was cut short by bushfire but the day and a half we spent there was nice. It is a great location to explore flinders Chase National park which is magnificent and nearby Hanson Beach is stunning. The retreat even has some small nature walks around the property that we saw some great birdlife on (they have their own bird blind so bring your camera). The bbq area is great and we enjoyed some home cooked steaks so don't be afraid to ask the restaurant to borrow what you need - they were very helpful. The manager handled the bushfire scare really professionally and calmly and we were upset to leave - we did not get to try the restaurant which some locals in town told us is great.
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 January 2020
Staff was so helpful and beautiful, hotel location is excellent,
Rooms had everything you need.aircon makes a massive noise in the room, we were there new years eve and the food at the restaurant was a bit disappointing!
Over all a lovely place.
Julian
Julian, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 December 2019
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
12 December 2019
Wij vonden deze accommodatie tegenvallen versus kwaliteit en prijs.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 December 2019
Zimmer war klein, einfach ausgerüstet, dafür zu teuer. Sauberkeit mäßig. Lage sehr gut, Restaurant gut für 1 bis 2 Tage. Personal freundlich
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 November 2019
Must rise from thw ashes
Wonderful, but now gone.
Let us all hope it can be rebuilt soon.
I will want to be the first guest.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 September 2019
Heinz
Heinz, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 September 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 September 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 August 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 August 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2019
Great location. So. Lose to the national park. They have gas and a restaurante on site
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 August 2019
Location was great for us at the western end of Kangaroo Island.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 August 2019
Nature all around!
We tried early check in but the room wasn’t ready. When we finally did check in we got a little tour of the property, complete with a wallaby chomping on some plants nearby.
The room itself had a funky, musty smell but was clean overall. The heater worked well, though the power tripped a couple of times (kind of expected that far out in nature!)
Dinner in the on-site restaurant was delicious. Breakfast was good too with a buffet.
Overall a great, affordable stay in the heart of nature!
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 August 2019
Mette
Mette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 July 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 July 2019
Loved the bush setting, proximity to the NP, friendly and helpful staff and the restaurant.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 June 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2019
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 May 2019
Lisbeth
Lisbeth, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 May 2019
Was disappointed that the advertised safari tours are only every other night and not at all during the day during low season months. Hotel location is fab. Access to the national park until midnight per the ranger. Ideal if you want to be in the park.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
29 April 2019
Lovely location, easy access to nature walks including the resident Koala, restaurant food was very nice.
Only downside was limited access to wi fi from main lobby.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
28 April 2019
This 'retreat' is certainly near the wilderness, and makes a lot of money because of that. The room rates were twice as high as anywhere else on the island, and I'm not sure why. If you dine locally, then the food is excellent, but pricey for what you get. I guess you are paying for freight and all sorts of other things.