Stay as long as you can afford it! Well worth every penny! Staff, food, view, ocean, activities - fantastic!!! We stayed for 3 nights. Flew in to Kingscote airport and we picked up and transported to SOL very efficiently! Arrival staff gave us a very professional and warm welcome. They explain how their establishment worked and what to expect during... More

The ultimate destination for scenery, service, food and wine. Island experiences included together with the most luxurious accommodation and excellent staff at all levels. All produce is sourced locally, where possible, and matched with the best of local and South Australian wines. We had the most wonderful 4 nights, enjoyed our Wonders of KI tour, walked out to Cape Young-Husband... More

The Great Room, which we stepped into on arrival at Southern Ocean Lodge (SOL), boasts a panoramic view of the ocean and cliffs, and sets the tone for a wonderful stay. The service, from the front desk to the restaurant staff, the guides to the housekeeping staff, was the best we've experienced - friendly, informal, thoughtful and engaging. Apart from... More

Wonderful experience to be able to enjoy a truly stunning Lodge - every detail is considered and the delightful staff deliver a superior service. Highly recommended.

Southern Ocean Lodge has a great advantage of being truly unique and a lovely experience. It is lucky that they have that because on almost any measure of value it has to be said the cost base is high so the prices are stellar. We loved our weekend there and enjoyed the food and the wine selection was varied interesting... More

We spent two nights here as part of a three week trip in Australia and I have to say it is one of the finest hotel experiences we have ever had. We travel extensively but never have I had such a unique, luxurious, but laid back hotel experience. From the moment you are picked up at tiny Kangaroo Island airport,... More

Quite possibly yes. Hanson Bay may provide the most perfect backdrop of any restaurant. Dramatic, rugged cliffs with mesmerizing waves crashing, an enormous sky where changing weather provides great visual drama (in fact, a constant blue sky would almost be a disappointment) seduce and calm every visitor. A somewhat daunting "program" of meals (a la carte breakfast, 3 course lunch,... More

I wrote a very long and glowing report earlier, but I had to re-sign into TripAdvisor because I hadn't been on the site in a while. I will now just write this short note and say the place is amazing. I usually don't take the time to do reviews, but this place deserves one. It was a "once in a... More

The lodge is simple, yet classy in its decor which fits in beautifully to its surroundings. The view of the ocean from every perspective is magnificent. The hospitality in the dining room is perfection.