8 Best Hotels in The Barossa Valley, South Australia

Some Barossa wineries make French-style wines; this delightful retreat has been remade in the style of a classic Provençal farmhouse thanks to owners who have filled an 1857 homestead with French silk curtains, armoires, and objets d’art, and added a light-filled conservatory that overlooks sprawling lawns leading down to a gum-lined creek. The overall effect is of extreme luxury and this is the perfect place to retire after a day visiting the local wineries, whether you soak in one of the large freestanding tubs in the deluxe king rooms or the heated mineral pool at the back of the property just meters from the vines. And if you get the chance to dine in the guests-only restaurant showcasing specialties from Aix-en-Provence, take it.

Prepare to be seriously pampered at this country estate with glorious valley views and exquisite destination dining. Step from a private Mediterranean-style courtyard into a plush world of pastel hues filled with wood-burning fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and indoor and outdoor showers. The infinity pool is one of the best places to watch the sun set in the Barossa, and for an additional fee staff can arrange experiences, including bike rides, hot air balloons, vintage car rides, and exclusive access to nearby wineries. The rate includes dinner at one of the two on-site venues; award-winning Appellation restaurant offers degustations featuring sophisticated, innovative regional cuisine, and sister venue Three75 provides a more casual dining experience.

Set in a historic 1856 homestead on a 225-acre estate, Kingsford The Barossa offers one of the Barossa Valley's most exquisite experiences and is the perfect base for exploring the surrounding wine country. The homestead has been converted into eight suites, including the enormous Matilda Suite, which includes a four-poster bed and a fireplace opposite the tub in the bathroom. The more modern View Suites look out over the rolling meadows surrounding the property and capture the morning sun. There's an on-site pool, three bars, a secluded "bush bath" surrounded by gum trees and a kegelbahn (traditional German bowling alley). Guests can book the entire homestead and property for themselves, making it their home away from home with complete exclusivity and privacy, and there are plenty of ways to while away a weekend. Indulge in the signature "outdoor bush bath," a gorgeous claw-footed tub for two set in the open air in a secluded corner of the property; request a wine tasting in the historic stone cellar; or just relax on one of two verandas and take in the magnificent views. Each View Suite is individually decorated and features a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, bath amenities by Australian luxury brand Appelles, and a mini-refrigerator stocked with soft drinks. 

Rose-filled gardens or sweeping rural acres surround these classic Australian accommodations, where wood-burning fireplaces in several invite you to relax with a bottle of red after a day in the Barossa region, and comfy beds tempt you to sleep late. In Christabelle Cottage, an 1849 Heritage-listed former chapel, a spiral staircase winds up to a mezzanine bedroom. The other cottages, houses, and suites have one, two, or three bedrooms and country kitchens.

Its name means "view into the valley," which understates the breathtaking panoramas from this lovely B&B. Set amid vineyards in rolling foothills just to the east of the valley floor, the retreat is a tranquil base for exploring the region. Gardens surround the self-contained apartments and studios, and breakfast provisions are included. 

Each of the 12 safari tents in the glamping section hidden at the back of this Tanunda Valley caravan park features a spacious private deck (some have vineyard views), en suite bathroom, kitchenette, and a large bedroom. Guests also have access to shared facilities including a private swimming pool with heated spa, fire pit, and premium barbecue and lounge area. Built by veteran outdoor exploration company Discovery Parks Barossa Valley, the tents are nestled within a private area of the park, set among towering native gum trees.

Amid 20 acres of grapes, in a courtyard shaded by gnarled peppercorn trees, these delightful stone cottage–style suites were assembled from the remains of barns dating from the Barossa's pioneering days. A wood-burning stove warms the Krondorf Suite in the original 1852 cottage, while in the Para Suite—former stables with ceiling beams from Adelaide shearing sheds—you can soak in a hot tub and then sleep late in a brass bed. The farm is within easy walking distance of six wineries.

Rambling and aristocratic, this bluestone homestead with period-style furniture was built in 1903 for one of the many grandchildren of Joseph Seppelt, who founded the showpiece winery across the road. Barossa vintages fill the cellar, crystal and polished timber gleam in the formal dining room where wine show trophies are proudly displayed, and large, comfortable sofas by the sitting room are perfect for relaxing after a long day. The six large guest rooms each look out at 3 acres of gorgeous gardens, which include a pool and a summer house.