Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Penola travel guide

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You're Going to Love Penola

With a population of 1,556, Penola is a must-see destination in South Australia, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Penola to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Penola

Penola in September
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penola in September
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penola

Plane

Although Penola doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mount Gambier (MGB), which is located 41 km from Penola. The shortest domestic flight to Penola departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Penola is to pick up a car hire from Geelong, which is about 321 km from Penola. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Geelong.

Plane

Although Penola doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mount Gambier (MGB), which is located 41 km from Penola. The shortest domestic flight to Penola departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Penola is to pick up a car hire from Geelong, which is about 321 km from Penola. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Turo, among others, in Geelong.

Airports near Penola

PTJPortland
MGBMount Gambier

Airlines serving Penola

Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)

Where to stay in Penola

Average rates range from around $148 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $186 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penola

Most booked hotels in Penola

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Coonawarra's Pyrus Cottage
1 star
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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Coonawarra Motor Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$148+
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Hiring a car in Penola

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Penola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Penola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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