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Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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73 Scenic Drive, American River, SA, 5067
  • Place, The Oyster Farm Shop
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Buick Point
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Cottage Museum
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kangaroo Island, SA (KGC-Kingscote)
    ‪23 min drive‬
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About this property

Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge

This hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a sauna, a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge offers 38 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This American River hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a sauna.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of The Oyster Farm Shop. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 50+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • Enjoy local cuisine and ocean views while dining at Reflections
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, a gift shop and a computer
  • On-site recreation includes a steam room, a sauna and hiking/biking trails
  • 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from The Oyster Farm Shop and 15.7 mi (25.3 km) from Emu Ridge Farm Eucalyptus Distillery
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star American River hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.
Reflections – This poolside restaurant specialises in local cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Bar – On-site bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee: AUD 29 to 30 for adults and AUD 12 to 21 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Reflections

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 65.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.4 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 29 to 30 for adults and AUD 12 to 21 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 65.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.4 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses some solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 7:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 01 September and close on 30 April.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Kangaroo Island Lodge
Kangaroo Island Mercure
Kangaroo Lodge
Lodge Kangaroo Island
Mercure Kangaroo Island
Mercure Kangaroo Island American River
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge American River
Mercure Lodge
Mercure Lodge Kangaroo Island
Hotel All Seasons Kangaroo Island American River
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge Hotel
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge American River
Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge Hotel American River

Mercure Kangaroo Island Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 365 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great bar staff and great spot to stop on a great trip to K I.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
The room was a little tired and in need of a good clean, but the onsite facilities and staff were great. We especially enjoyed eating at the Reflections restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duojin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is good value for Kangaroo Island and the staff has been excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Naveen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kellie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff were great the room could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Easy good sized rooms, good views great food and well priced
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

hiromi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the room wasclean, the staff were sweet
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

verna

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast NA Room not serviced Staff and bar very good
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing . Highlight was free goodies to enjoy and the room was amazing .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was excellent. Pool was also very good. Staff were friendly and helpful too. If I was staying on KI again, I wouldn't hesitate staying here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Prachi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food was excellent, staff was friendly and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful surroundings for a relaxing holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikolaus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Mercure Hotel American River

Great stay. Lovely breakfasts. Housekeeping was excellent as was the attention of staff particularly ‘Jules’ who was always helpful and smiling. Would stay again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rohait

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent dining, cooked breakfast and superb dinner. Up to date facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, modern and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cassie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would go there agian
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Amenities
Nice lodge location, outdated room requiring upgrade. Room with cobwebs around window and dirty curtains. Nice and helpfull staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jingyi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay on Kangaroo Island

Overall, beautiful view and appeared clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ian

Disliked: Amenities
Room could be updated but was comfortable. Guest laundry was unkempt and needs full overhaul. General property not what we would expect from Mercure and overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

well managed hotel with nice restaurant and bar

We stayed for 2 nights from Christmas eve to boxing day, very nicely managed hotel with a restaurant that opened on Christmas eve, and the Bar and Lounge was open on Christmas Day, very convenient for all the guests stayed for the holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025