Accommodation Award Winners - 2007
Read about the outstanding accommodation operators who won a South Australian Tourism Award in 2007:
Major Tourist Attraction - Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
Located in the heart of the rugged northern Flinders Ranges, Arkaroola offers an outback experience with spectacular scenery, geological treasures, Aboriginal Dreaming and pioneering history. Arkaroola is one of Australia's most remote and self-sustaining tourist villages, providing a wide range of tours, activities and accommodation.
From guided and self-drive 2WD and 4WD drives, bushwalks, astronomical activities, to scenic flights and fine dining, Arkaroola has something for everyone. Also a winner in the Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism categories. Arkaroola's unique geographic position, its unpopulated spaces and breathtaking landscapes make it one of Australia's most compelling nature destinations.
With eleven Advanced Ecotourism accredited products to choose from, and 610 square kilometres to explore, you should leave yourself plenty of time to discover this northern Flinders Ranges sanctuary.
Meetings & Business Tourism - Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
The Novotel Barossa Valley Resort is situated on a panoramic hillside, with magnificent views of the Barossa's renowned vineyards. It is the only facility of its kind in the region and sets a benchmark for meetings and business tourism in Australia's most famous wine region.
Tourist & Caravan Parks - Adelaide Shores Caravan Resort
This 16-hectare resort is South Australia's largest provider of tourist park accommodation, offering camping and caravan sites, a bunkhouse, cabins and on-site vans and more.
Located behind sand dunes at West Beach, the resort provides a broad range of guest facilities and recreational activities and is widely renowned for its quality product and superior customer service, which brings back visitors year after year.
Backpacker Accommodation - Lakeside Manor YHA
Lakeside Manor is a heritage-listed, 1880s-built limestone mansion, providing a unique backpacking experience in the seaside town of Robe. Couples or families can be accommodated in the former servants' quarters for extra privacy, and a special ensuite room even comes equipped with its own spa.
Hosted Accommodation - Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage
Seppeltsfield Vineyard Cottage is a meticulously restored, self-contained, 1860s, early German settlers cottage, operating as a bed and breakfast. With premium facilities and furnishings, you're offered a high degree of personal service, and the seclusion of the cottage means you can have total privacy or choose to interact with the hosts.
The cottage is adjacent to the 10-acre vineyard and is exclusively for one couple, providing you with a taste of what the Barossa is famous for: wine, vineyards, heritage and hospitality.
Unique Accommodation - Quality Houseboats
Based at Blanchetown, Quality Houseboats offer you luxury houseboats. The fleet includes larger boats like the Murray Explorer and Murray Entertainer, with five bedrooms, and Murray Meanderer and Murray Matrix with for bedrooms. All bedrooms have ensuites. Quality Houseboats set high standards in houseboat accommodation, providing comfort and privacy while offering you the chance to enjoy the Murray River.
Standard Accommodation - Narnu Farm
Narnu Farm provides a rural holiday experience on Hindmarsh Island, with a focus on horse riding and the farming way of life.
The farm has seven self-contained cottages as well as a unique bunkhouse dating from 1878, which can accommodate larger groups of up to 54 guests, making Narnu Farm an ideal holiday destination for families or school groups.
Luxury Accommodation - The Louise
The Louise is a luxury vineyard retreat that consistently exceeds the expectations of the sophisticated traveler. The retreat offers just 15 luxuriously appointed suites, each ideally situated to provide guests with complete privacy and stunning views over the surrounding vineyards of the Barossa.
Integral to the stay at The Louise is the opportunity to dine at the acclaimed on-site restaurant, Appellation, which offers seasonal cuisine in elegant surrounds.
New Tourism Development - Must @ Coonawarra
Must @ Coonawarra is a contemporary, self-contained accommodation facility situated in Penola, just a short walk from a number of cellar doors, cafes, restaurants and galleries. The new property has quality fixtures and fittings, fully self-contained kitchens, the latest in entertainment devices, luxurious bathrooms and stylish furniture.
Deluxe Accommodation - Adelaide Shores Holiday Village
Adelaide Shores Holiday Village provides high quality family and small group accommodation, and a complete holiday experience. The village offers facilities and activities including a large leisure centre, outdoor dining areas, heated swimming pools, golf courses, tennis courts, basketball and children's playground.
For more information about the South Australian Tourism Awards, and lists of past winners, visit the SA Tourism Awards website.
