Mt Lofty YHA

Due to the current Covid-19 emergency, and restrictions on travel, Mt Lofty is currently closed until further notice. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Situated in a unique, peaceful location in the Cleland Conservation Park with stunning panoramic views through the trees over the city of Adelaide.

Due to the unique location within Cleland Conservation Park, keys for Mt. Lofty Cottage YHA can only be collected from Adelaide Central YHA before arrival.

Exclusive use bookings only, minimum two people, with at least one person over 21 years of age staying at the property for the duration of the stay.

Mt Lofty YHA Booking Agreement Form - Please bring the completed Booking Agreement Form and $50 key deposit to Adelaide Central YHA when collecting keys

Mt Lofty YHA - How to Get There

The Cottage

The cottage includes:

2 double rooms
6 person bunk room
Access to TV
Access to lounge area and large kitchen
2 bathrooms
Parking

Facilities

Three bedrooms
Kitchen/dining with microwave, stove top (no oven), fridge and all crockery, cutlery and utensils
TV / DVD / USB (no TV reception - just for dvd / usb)
Outdoor seating - great views
Lounge area
Male and female bathrooms
Parking

Experiences

1 Day Kangaroo Island Tour

See a snapshot of the epic Kangaroo Island on this small group tour. Perfect for the budget traveller who is short on time but big on adventure.

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More About Mt Lofty YHA

Mt Lofty Cottage YHA is available for exclusive use bookings only, allowing you to rent the entire cottage for up to ten people from $135 per night (that's just $13.50 per person). This historic Rent-A-YHA property has undergone a floor to ceiling makeover with new kitchen, flooring, furniture, paint and decorations, making the attractive stone cottage (originally built in 1880) the perfect, comfortable and affordable getaway for small groups and families.

Situated in a unique, peaceful location in the Cleland Conservation Park with stunning panoramic views through the trees over the city of Adelaide. Sleeps up to 10 people with 2 double rooms and one bunk room. Surrounded by amazing bushwalks, Cleland Wildlife Park, Mt Lofty Summit and Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens.

Reviews

94% customer rating, based on 62 reviews

The Mt Lofty Hostel is an awesome place to visit the atmosphere is always amazing up there and enjoyed the new room layout

98%

Victoria E 11/12/2018
Our experience was amazing! The cottage is very warm and comfortable ! I think is one of the place into the hills very awesome! I recommend this experience :)

92%

Domenico L 11/08/2017
great house in the middle of the bush

85%

Stewart G 21/07/2017
Beautiful place fir the family - a real Aussie experience with wallabies outside the front door and stone cottage surrounded by gum trees.

85%

Janette G 22/12/2016
A top place to celebrate a special occasion with friends, as you have exclusive use of the facilities. Excellent bush setting, great bushwalking, you can see koalas and kangaroos in the wild. No need to go to Cleland Wildlife Park.

100%

Michael M 5/12/2016
YHA Mt Lofty is a fabulous spot. The cottage is comfortable and well equipped to cater for a large group. Fantastic views. It would be a great getaway for families. So close to Adelaide. Really so cheap to stay in such a unique spot. Keep it a secret so that nothing changes !!

95%

Janet F 14/08/2016
The location is so beautiful, with trees as far as you can see, kangaroos, kookaburras, and views of the city lights. And a bonus at this time of year is that the cottage remains cool even during a heatwave in the city.

90%

Kate L 7/03/2016
Another great week at Mt Lofty, perfect for walking, mountain biking, road cycling or just plain relaxing. But I don't want to tell anyone so its not booked out next time we have an opportunity to stay there!

100%

Wayde H 9/02/2015
Terrific stay in the hills. Took a group of boys up for a 12 yo birthday treat. The walk up, fabulous night in the hills and back the following morning was a huge success. Great facilities.

90%

Kevin J 12/08/2013
Fantastic !Where else can 10 people share such a fabulous bush setting - with all the convienences required? We had an absolutely fabulous weekend !

98%

Tracey H 6/05/2013

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Address:	Gate 25, Summit Road Crafers - within Cleland Conservation Park,
State:	SA, 5152
Email:	mountlofty@yha.com.au
Phone:	(+618) 8414 3000
Hostel Manager:	Adelaide Central YHA
Payment:	MasterCard,Visa

OPENING TIMES

Hostel	Open all year Please note: Hostel will be closed on all total fire ban days - please see Bushfire Survival Plan under "Location" tab for more details
Reception	This YHA property is not staffed therefore keys need to be picked up from Adelaide Central YHA at 135 Waymouth St, ADELAIDE Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 7:00pm Please bring the completed Booking Agreement (under property description) and $50 key deposit when collecting keys. Due to fire safety requirements, all guests must arrive by car and have a mobile phone.
Check in	Key collection from Adelaide Central YHA
Check out	Key return to Adelaide Central YHA

Getting here by car or taxi

Mt Lofty Cottage YHA is in a stunning unique location within the Cleland Conservation Park. This makes it a little tricky to get to, but trust us, it’s worth it! From Adelaide: • Head up South Eastern Freeway • Take the Crafers turn off and turn left on Mt Lofty Summit Road • Follow Mt Lofty Summit Road for approx 4km • Veer left at Mt Lofty Summit entrance • In approx 1km, look out (on left) for Mt Lofty YHA timber sign and GATE 25 entrance to Cleland Conservation Park - Nangare Track - Use your larger key to unlock YHA padlock (engraved YHA) • Follow path down hill and turn left at Mt Lofty YHA sign - This is a popular bushwalking track PLEASE USE CAUTION driving along this track - track also crosses busy Hartford trail • You will see cottage - veer right into “driveway” and park on left side of building Mt Lofty Cottage YHA is situated within Cleland Conservation Park. Enter through Gate 25 off of Summit Road - key to gate provided with door key. Keys can only be collected from Adelaide Central YHA. Available between 9am - 7pm every day. A $50 cash refundable key deposit will be required along with completed Booking Agreement form. Due to bushfire safety requirements, a minimum of two guests required for every booking. Guests must have own car and access to a mobile phone. The local Adelaide Central Hills Rangers Office will also be notified of reservation details. Please be aware, you will need to bring your own bed linen, extra blankets, towels and tea towels.

Around the hostel

Main attractions

Mount Lofty Summit Lookout
Adelaide Botanic Gardens
Australian Wildlife
Cleland Wildlife Park
Waterfall Gully

Nearby facilities & attractions

Cleland Wildlife Park - 20% discount for YHA members
Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens
Mount Lofty Summit Visitor and Information Centre
Summit Restaurant and Cafe

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Show location map

Address:	Gate 25, Summit Road Crafers - within Cleland Conservation Park,
State:	SA, 5152
Email:	mountlofty@yha.com.au
Phone:	(+618) 8414 3000
Hostel Manager:	Adelaide Central YHA
Payment:	MasterCard,Visa

OPENING TIMES

Hostel	Open all year Please note: Hostel will be closed on all total fire ban days - please see Bushfire Survival Plan under "Location" tab for more details
Reception	This YHA property is not staffed therefore keys need to be picked up from Adelaide Central YHA at 135 Waymouth St, ADELAIDE Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 7:00pm Please bring the completed Booking Agreement (under property description) and $50 key deposit when collecting keys. Due to fire safety requirements, all guests must arrive by car and have a mobile phone.
Check in	Key collection from Adelaide Central YHA
Check out	Key return to Adelaide Central YHA

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Mt Lofty YHA

Mt Lofty YHA

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Facilities

Experiences

1 Day Kangaroo Island Tour

More About Mt Lofty YHA

Reviews

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Getting here by car or taxi

Around the hostel

Main attractions

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