Whyalla Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Drop anchor in historic Whyalla, the port town that’s launched a thousand ships.

Shipbuilding and maritime industries forged this little town on the east coast of the Eyre Peninsula and its coastline is speckled with heritage landmarks. Browse historic museums or go for a wander around the marina, where dolphins regularly meet and greet with locals. Go diving or snorkelling in the pristine waters. If you’re lucky, you might spot the spectral colours of a giant Australian cuttlefish. Walking trails, hilltop lookouts and conservation areas make Whyalla a good stop for those who like to keep their feet on dry land.

Where to stay in Whyalla

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Whyalla Norrie

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Whyalla Norrie. You might consider stopping by Westland Mall Shopping Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Whyalla Norrie
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Whyalla Playford

If you're spending some time in Whyalla Playford, Whyalla Maritime Museum and Whyalla Wetlands are top sights worth seeing.

Whyalla Playford
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Whyalla Stuart

While Whyalla Stuart may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Westland Mall Shopping Center and Whyalla Foreshore.

Whyalla Stuart
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Mullaquana

While Mullaquana may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whyalla Foreshore and Whyalla Marina.

Mullaquana
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Whyalla Barson

Travellers like the golf courses in Whyalla Barson, and Whyalla Conservation Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Whyalla Barson
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False Bay

If you're spending some time in False Bay, Whyalla Foreshore and Westland Mall Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

False Bay
Whyalla Country Inn Motel
Whyalla Country Inn Motel
3 out of 5
95 Plyaford Ave, Whyalla Playford, SA
The price is AU$100 per night from 21 May to 22 May
AU$100
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a flat-screen TV. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (184 reviews)
"Could not speak to anyone as there was no reception. Even when I messaged them I received no reply. Wifi was pretty flaky. Otherwise property was clean, mostly quite and cheap. Under $100 per night."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Whyalla Country Inn Motel
Westland Hotel Motel
Westland Hotel Motel
4 out of 5
100 McDouall Stuart Ave, Whyalla Norrie, SA
The price is AU$152 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$152
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (340 reviews)
"Meal was great and excellent service"

Reviewed on 22 Apr. 2024

Westland Hotel Motel
Sundowner Motel Hotel
Sundowner Motel Hotel
4 out of 5
Lincoln Highway, Whyalla Norrie, SA
The price is AU$150 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$150
per night
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Stay at this 4-star motel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Westland Mall Shopping Center and Whyalla Wetlands are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)
"Check in was spontaneously quick. The property layout is well designed, freshly maintained and has easy, yet, direct and roomy parking acess outside your room. Whilst the room, bathroom and facilities exceeded our expectations an outstanding feature for us was the quietness of the the Panasonic airconditiong ..."

Reviewed on 5 Mar. 2024

Sundowner Motel Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
3 out of 5
226 Broadbent Terrace, Lincoln Highway, Whyalla Norrie, SA
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Whyalla Wetlands and Westland Mall Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (186 reviews)
"Everything you need nice and clean"

Reviewed on 19 Mar. 2024

Sundowner Cabin and Tourist Park
Quest Whyalla
Quest Whyalla
4.5 out of 5
4 Moran Street, Whyalla Norrie, SA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Westland Mall Shopping Center and Whyalla ...
9/10 Wonderful! (165 reviews)
"Nice room, good service. Pool was good."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2024

Quest Whyalla
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Discovery Parks - Whyalla
3.5 out of 5
51 Broadbent Terrace, Whyalla, SA
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cabin in Whyalla. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ada Ryan Gardens and Whyalla Foreshore are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (393 reviews)
"That we could have our precious fur baby with us in anice two bedroom cabin on waterfront and staff were most accommodating, nothing was a problem. If need to come back will stay again for sure. A pool would be great.👍🐶🙂"

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2023

Discovery Parks - Whyalla
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Whyalla

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
29 Jan 2020

We just stayed the night driving through - arrived late and left early so didn’t see the town or surrounding areas.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
28 Dec 2019

It was an overnight rest stop for us

5/5 - Excellent

Mariann
28 Oct 2019

It is s beautiful town, most people are very nice and there are all the services you require.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
8 Oct 2019

The "look-out" was worth seeing, lovely garden and well kept. There was another one with two gazebo type shelters but were very run down. The original high school was freshly painted with well kept grounds. Lots of Art Deco buildings in the town.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
6 Oct 2019

No comment

4/5 - Good

Lea
5 Oct 2019

Lots to see and fo