The Beachhouse

Ferris wheels, water slides and fairy floss add up to hours of fun for all ages at this beachside amusement park.

Adelaide’s only amusement park, The Beachhouse, combines a water park and traditional arcade gaming for a day of fun for all ages. The Beachhouse is built around the restored carousel from Adelaide’s original theme park, Luna Park Glenelg. It’s home to an 18-hole mini-golf course and a series of water slides. See it all from atop Australia’s only single-arm Ferris wheel.

Bring your swimming gear regardless of the season, as the water at The Beachhouse is heated, making it a great alternative to the ocean and sand on colder days.

There’s plenty of fun aside from the pools and water slides, too. Be sure to take a spin on the Bumper Boats, a modern interpretation of the traditional bumper car. If you want to stay dry, the original bumper cars are available in the form of the Soli Italian Formula 1 dodgem cars, one of only two of its kind in the world. Face painting, a play castle and a miniature train are also available for younger children.

As at any good amusement park, fairy floss and ice cream are available, along with a range of meals and snacks at the in-house café.

The Beachouse is suitable for both kids and adults, however, some rides — including the bumper cars and the Ferris wheel — have height restrictions. A full list of restrictions is available at the website.

Entry to The Beachhouse is free, with each ride costing a separate fee. Two pricing systems allow you to enjoy the park at your own pace. Pay per ride lets you buy credits that can be used on each ride, allowing you to relax and spend the day as you see fit. Blocks of time can also be purchased, providing value for those willing to race between rides.

The Beachhouse is located in Glenelg, 5.6 miles (nine kilometers) from central Adelaide and can be accessed by tram, car or bicycle via one of two dedicated bike paths. The Beachhouse is open every day except Christmas Day.

4 Colley Terrace, Glenelg SA 5045, Australia | View Google Map

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near The Beachhouse

Glenelg

Glenelg is Adelaide’s favourite beachside haven and is older than the city itself.

Holdfast Marina

Shop, drink, dine and enjoy the sunshine in Glenelg’s leisure precinct, a scenic marina and departure point for sailboat trips and dolphin-spotting tours.

Glenelg Beach

This historic settlement is a thriving cultural destination, right on the beach.

West Beach

Go on a leisurely beach walk, jump in for a swim or just laze in the sunshine at this white-sand stretch of coastline close to the Adelaide Airport.

Brighton Beach

Check out one of South Australia’s best urban beaches with crazy surf sessions and quirky art. Follow it up with a movie or sunset drinks at the “Espy”.

Hotels near The Beachhouse

Hotel Grand Chancellor Adelaide

65 Hindley Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Beehive Corner Building, Adelaide Casino, and Parliament House. Adelaide Convention Centre and Rundle Mall are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 3-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 6 minutes.

Hilton Adelaide

233 Victoria Square

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Victoria Square and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Casino are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 5-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

Grosvenor Hotel Adelaide

125 North Terrace

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this romantic hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Festival Centre. Rundle Mall and University of Adelaide are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

The Playford Adelaide MGallery

120 North Terrace

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps from Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Festival Centre and Government House are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

Peppers Waymouth Hotel

55 Waymouth Street

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Town Hall, Adelaide Casino, and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Oval are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 3-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 6 minutes.

iStay Precinct Adelaide

185 Morphett Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Lion Arts Centre and Adelaide Central Market. Adelaide Casino and Rundle Mall are also within 15 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 12 minutes.

HotelMOTEL Adelaide

215 South Terrace

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Himeji Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Oval are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 19 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 26 minutes.

Terrace Hotel Adelaide

208 South Terrace

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this romantic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Himeji Gardens and Veale Gardens. Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 18 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 25 minutes.

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

16 Holdfast Promenade Glenelg

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Glenelg, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Holdfast Marina and Glenelg Beach. West Beach is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Chancellor on Currie

18 Currie Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Square, Rundle Mall, and Government House. Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Festival Centre are also within 10 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 2-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 5 minutes.

InterContinental Adelaide, an IHG Hotel

North Terrace

Rated 4.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is steps from Adelaide Casino, Parliament House, and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Festival Centre and Government House are also within 5 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 8 minutes.

The Chifley On South Terrace

226 South Terrace

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Himeji Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Oval are also within 2 mi (3 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 20 minutes by foot and Adelaide Station is 27 minutes.

Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury

2 Flinders Street

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is steps from Adelaide Town Hall and Victoria Square. Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall are also within 10 minutes. Pirie Street Tram Station is only a 3-minute walk and Adelaide Station is 10 minutes.

Rydges Adelaide

1 South Terrace

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Veale Gardens, Adelaide Central Market, and Royal Adelaide Hospital. Adelaide Casino and Rundle Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km). Adelaide Parklands Station is 10 minutes by foot and Adelaide Showground Station is 14 minutes.

Stamford Grand Adelaide

2 Jetty Road Moseley Square

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Glenelg, this luxury hotel is steps from Jetty Road, Moseley Square, and Glenelg Town Hall. Glenelg Beach and Glenelg Jetty are also within 5 minutes.

Oaks Adelaide Embassy Suites

96 North Terrace

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Casino. Rundle Mall and Adelaide Oval are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 4-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes.

BreakFree Adelaide

255 Hindley Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Adelaide Health & Medical Sciences Building and SAHMRI. Lion Arts Centre and Royal Adelaide Hospital are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is 11 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 13 minutes.

Adelaide Rockford

164 Hindley Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide Casino, and Rundle Mall. Adelaide Festival Centre and Royal Adelaide Hospital are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is 7 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes.

Adelaide Riviera Hotel

31 34 North Terrace

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of SAHMRI, Royal Adelaide Hospital, and Adelaide Convention Centre. Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Festival Centre are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station is 9 minutes by foot and Pirie Street Tram Station is 16 minutes.

Adelaide Paringa

15 Hindley St

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Beehive Corner Building, Rundle Mall, and Adelaide Casino. Adelaide Oval and Adelaide Central Market are also within 15 minutes. Adelaide Station and Pirie Street Tram Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Oaks Glenelg Liberty Suites

25 Colley Terrace

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Glenelg, this luxury apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of The Beachhouse and Glenelg Beach. West Beach is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Stamford Plaza Adelaide

150 North Terrace

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Government House and Adelaide Festival Centre. Rundle Mall and Art Gallery of South Australia are also within 10 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 2-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 6 minutes.

Breakfree Directors Studios Hotel

259 Gouger Street, 259

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Victoria Square, Adelaide Central Market, and Royal Adelaide Hospital. Adelaide Casino and Rundle Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km). Pirie Street Tram Station is 17 minutes by foot and Adelaide Parklands Station is 19 minutes.

Oaks Adelaide Horizons Suites

104 North Terrace

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this luxury apartment building is steps from Adelaide Convention Centre and Lion Arts Centre. Adelaide Casino and Parliament House are also within 5 minutes. Adelaide Station is only a 3-minute walk and Pirie Street Tram Station is 10 minutes.