The grand-daddy of Adelaide luxury hotels for more than 30 years, the Hilton was starting to show its age in recent years until some seriously stylish upgrades brought it back to the attention of trendy travellers. Foodies flock to the newly opened Coal Cellar and Grill restaurant which focuses on South Australian produce and features a 3000 bottle glass-encased cellar, while the ground floor Collins Bar has become a local favourite for after work cocktails. The largest hotel in South Australia, it incorporates an outdoor heated swimming pool, full-size tennis court and ballroom, with a new gym set to open in November 2017.
Time Out tip: Opt for a room on the eastern side of the building for great views over Victoria Square and the city, and across the pretty Adelaide Hills.