Sofitel Adelaide

First Impressions

Arrival Experience

Stepping through the doors of Sofitel Adelaide, I was immediately welcomed with an atmosphere of refined elegance. The check-in process was handled with the perfect blend of professionalism and warmth. The reception team was genuinely welcoming, offering thoughtful tips for exploring Adelaide’s buzzing dining and arts precinct during my stay.

Lobby and Décor

The lobby, whilst smaller than some major city hotels, makes a striking impression. High ceilings, a dramatic crystal chandelier cascading like a waterfall, and plush furnishings in muted earth tones that invite you to linger. During my visit, it also served as the perfect warm refuge from winter’s gusty wind and rain funneling along the city streets.

Accommodations

My Room: Deluxe King – Corner Views

I originally booked a Superior King Room for a wedding anniversary getaway but was graciously upgraded to a Deluxe King Corner Room — a step up in space and scenery. At roughly 34 m² (or so their website tells me – I didn’t bring a tape measure!), its floor-to-ceiling wraparound windows offered city views over parklands, out toward coastal Glenelg, with planes making their final descent into Adelaide Airport in the distance.

The blend of minimalist French elegance and contemporary style worked well — muted colours, curated artwork, soft lighting.
Room highlights:

• Signature Sofitel MyBed™ ( plus an extensive pillow menu) delivered the promised cloud-like night’s sleep.

• Luxurious rain shower with premium toiletries.

• Smart climate and lighting controls.

• Large smart TV, minibar, and in-room safe.

The soundproofing deserves special mention — the bustle of the CBD faded into complete stillness once inside.

Other Room Categories

• Superior Room – 30–32 m²; King or Twin; city or hill views.

• Deluxe Room – Corner King – Dual-aspect windows and upgraded footprint.

• Luxury Room – 35 m², refined finishes, and Club Millésime option.

• Luxury Club Room – Includes full Club Millésime access.

• Prestige Suite – Separate living space plus lounge access.

• Opera Suite & Presidential Suite – Top-tier luxury with expansive city and coastal views.

Hotel Facilities & Services

• Club Millésime Lounge – Gourmet breakfasts, afternoon teas, and evening canapés with panoramic views.

• Indoor Heated Pool – Serene, 10th-floor oasis with city skyline outlook.

• Fitness Centre – State-of-the-art equipment and free weights.

• Déjà Vu Champagne Bar – A lively rooftop perch for champagnes and cocktails with a view.

• Garçon Bleu Restaurant – Contemporary French with an Australian twist, focused on local produce.

• Accessibility – Adapted rooms with wider doorways and roll-in showers; lifts serving all floors.

Luxe2Local Insider Tip: Book a high-floor corner room for the best light and views — and if budget allows, opt for Club Millésime for that extra layer of indulgence. Accor membership also attracts and rewards with loyalty points of course.