Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel

3.0 star property
Adelaide hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Esplanade Hotel, located in Brighton, offers a refreshing coastal vibe with an on-site coffee shop/cafe and playground. Guests can connect to WiFi, enjoy ocean views at the Espy Cafe restaurant while savoring breakfast or dinner.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Air conditioning
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Digital TV service
  • Netflix

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Studio Queen

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Twin Queen with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen Accessible

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen and Single

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Compact Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Studio Twin Single

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Studio Queen and Single

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Compact Queen

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Esplanade Queen Suite with Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
135 Esplanade, Brighton, SA, 5048

What's nearby

  • Brighton Jetty - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Brighton Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Patritti Wines - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Glenelg Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 25 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA Airport (ADL) - 24 min drive
  • Adelaide Brighton Station - 10 min walk
  • Adelaide Hove Station - 13 min walk
  • Adelaide Seacliff Station - 23 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪somerton beach cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Alimentary - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Kippo Eatery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Seacliff Beach Hotel - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel

  • At Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Glenelg Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Espy Cafe, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and offers ocean views. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Roll-in shower

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

Espy Cafe - Overlooking the ocean, this café serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Bistro - This bistro serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 15 to 28 for adults, and AUD 15 to 28 for children

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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

Esplanade Brighton
Esplanade Hotel Brighton
Esplanade Hotel Hotel
Esplanade Hotel Brighton
Esplanade Hotel Hotel Brighton

Frequently asked questions

Does Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Adelaide Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel?

Yes, Espy Cafe offers ocean views.

What's the area around Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel like?

Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel is in Brighton, a short 5-minute walk from Brighton Beach.

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Reviews

Nightcap at Esplanade Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Bed
Service staff
Beach
Food
Accomodation Type
Parking
Value

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Great economy stay, good food and wonderful helpful friendly staff
Geoff, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Excellent location, right on the beach and near dining options- clean, well-maintained accommodation.
Fiona, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Incredible location... rooms are old but kept extremely clean ..bed is super comfortable great linen ... always enjoy staying here
Craig, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was a bit dated but comfortable clean beds, great pub and east beach access
Bernadette, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Cheap and cheerful, great location, value for money
margaret, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money, easy check in, clean room,
Tom, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It’s a little outdated, but it was clean and comfortable. I would stay there again 😊
Olivia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, good food and an even better location, will be back for sure. Thanks everyone at Esplanade hotel for a great time.
Nicolaas, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Unbeatable location - very good value for money!

Brilliant location, comfy beds. It was a great price for beachside accomodation in a gorgeous area of Adelaide, so its not perfect of course. We enjoyed our stay very much!
Colleen, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent value, great location and very helpful staff. Sure, the place is ageing and that shows, but it’s clean and adequate. For the price I thought it was excellent and I’d happily stay again.
Dave, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved it staff so friendly nice to walk out door to jetty , great atmosphere , room is old school retro but loved it bed was so comfy didn't want get up , very clean U have to walk stairs to go into rooms , peaceful even with pub downstairs
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Easy to find location
Lyne, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, price is fantastic. Meal & staff outstanding
ANNIE, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Rooms are pretty dated but the bed was comfortable and the sheets were clean.
Kit, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean except there was a decent amount of dust build up on the P trap under the sink. Room was a little out dated but no issues with that especially to the cheap price. shower pressure was nice. Beds were very comfortable. lots of cafes and a BWS close by. Would definitely stay again.
Christina, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Super comfy beds. Easy walking distance to everything including train to the city. Would definitely come back again. Great value for money.
Rozz, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beachfront property -excellent location!

Just as described. The room is tired but clean. It was perfect because the location was so great.
Joanne, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful , parking was terrible , lots of stairs but the bed was great , the bathroom could do with an update
Megan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good value. Dated but clean and comfortable. Surprisingly quiet.
Philip, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

The room had all that you needed although old smelt musty but had clean bedding good for the price
Lila, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All staff were great. Bed was comfortable. More curtains would be a plus but over all still good and will definitely be staying again
Trudy, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

THE CAFE AREA WAS GOOD AND THE POSITION IS PERFECT CLISE TO THE BEACH THE ACCOMMODATION NOT VERY GOOD THE MANAGER TOLD ME THEY WILL DO RENOVATION AS FROM THE END OF OCTOBER THE STAFF WERE VERY HELPFUL
Chris, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Just the basics in our room but exactly what we needed. Fantastic price. Hot shower, great food, TV, fridge, kettle, awesome bed. And service was excellent!
Linda, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice spot with great view. Plenty of shops
Pat, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

One night stopover

Our room was a bit dated but honestly it was great for the price (& we were told by the friendly staff that the hotel accommodation is being upgraded soon). The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the shower was hot. We also enjoyed our meal in the bistro.
Laura, 1-night trip