Room was clean and fresh and very comfortable. Staff were welcoming when checking in. The whole place has more rooms than you first think. Great location just up from the ferry terminal with views across the water.

We had a 3 night getaway at the Seafront after travelling to Kangaroo Island vi the Sealink.
Location is perfect with the hotel a very short distance from the ferry terminal.
A small town and everything was walking distance. The location was great with brilliant views of the ocean from our room. We even saw 2 whales from our balcony.
Room was basic and needs a bit of maintenance but it was clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
We have visited KI twice, first time we stayed in Kingscote which was great and a little more central. Penneshaw is a small, very friendly town and great location for the ferry.
Had a great time

Don't be fooled by the photographs on this hotel's website - it's probably best rated as a 2-star.

The good: close to the ferry terminal. Rooms are spacious with tea / coffee making facilities and toaster. All rooms overlook the sea with a balcony. Free, self-operated laundry facility on-site. Parking available on-site. Check-in efficient and friendly - staff helped with luggage.

The poor: Penneshaw is at one end of Kangaroo Island which means a long drive to get anywhere else. No lift to rooms on first floor. Reception is not manned 24-hrs. Thus a fire alarm at 5am went unanswered until a staff member arrived from elsewhere. Breakfast choice is limited for the inclusive breakfast (if you choose B&B) - you can only have one of tea or coffee or an orange juice. No buffet; order your choice from the kitchen bar.

Gluten-free bread is available.

The hotel has a restaurant - again order from the kitchen bar, Note that one day a week the only food available is pizza. This was problematic for a gluten-free diet. After some difficult discussion the chef offered to prepare a risotto which was actually very tasty.