Prairie Hotel, Parachilna ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Cnr High St & West Tce, Parachilna, Australia, 5730

Steps from the gorge with rock pools

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Comfortable rooms
Delicious local food
Attentive staff
Impressive renovation

"Restaurant menu way beyond expectations for property location, as was the actual food."

Mr from Australia

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"Like a Tardis- a classic outback pub from the outside and an aesthetic joy from the inside."

Bet C from Australia

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"A real oasis with great rooms, friendly staff and good food."

Stephen from Australia

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Accommodation

The Prairie Outback Lodge provides 12 rooms designed with country chic style and features private lounge and courtyard areas. Flinders Rooms offer expansive views of the Flinders Ranges, spacious living areas, and ensuite bathrooms. Heritage Rooms include queen-sized beds and are adjacent to the historic hotel.

Dining

The Gallery Restaurant offers contemporary dining with seasonal menus highlighting feral and native bush foods. Guests can choose between a casual grazing experience in the Bar or a Feral Feast surrounded by contemporary and Indigenous artworks. The Parachilna Brew Project provides an onsite brewery with cold drinks, including craft beers from the hotel's microbrewery.

Unique Experiences

The hotel is close to the Nilpena fossil beds, a significant site for Ediacaran fossils, available for guided tours. Guests can enjoy immersive experiences at the Prairie Gallery, which showcases a curated collection of contemporary and Indigenous artworks. Special tours are available, highlighting local history and indigenous connections to the land.

Location

Situated in Parachilna, the Prairie Hotel serves as a gateway to explore the rugged landscapes of the Flinders Ranges. Visitors can embark on self-guided driving itineraries or guided tours to discover the area's diverse flora and fauna. The remote location adds to the charm of the experience.

Activities

Visitors can partake in various self-guided hikes in the Flinders Ranges, unveiling extraordinary landscapes and wildlife encounters. The hotel offers unique packages, including the Experience Package, encompassing accommodation and dining experiences. Guests seeking cultural immersion can join themed tours focusing on indigenous art and land.

Highlights

Accommodation: 12 country chic styled rooms

Dining: Gallery Restaurant with seasonal menus

Unique Experiences: Nilpena fossil beds tours

Activities: self-guided hikes in Flinders Ranges

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Highlights from guests

DiningFeral Foodie Heaven

Dinner was a standout. The emu pate and kangaroo tartare appetizers were unique and delicious.

Oliver Smith from United Kingdom

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BedroomBlissful Sleep

The king-sized bed was extremely comfortable and contributed to a restful and relaxing stay.

Isabelle Dubois from France

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Room FeaturesSpacious Retreat

The rooms were large and comfortable, offering plenty of space to relax after a day exploring.

Kenji Tanaka from Japan

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Media & EntertainmentDigital Detox

I loved the peace and quiet. Limited connectivity was a welcome escape from constant notifications.

Raj Patel from India

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

2 persons

32 m²

1 King-size bed

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Deluxe Triple Room

2 persons

32 m²

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

2 persons

17 m²

1 King-size bed

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Executive Queen Room Two Queen Beds

2 persons

43 m²

2 Double beds

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Getting around

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City Centre

Parachilna200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
Free parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At Prairie Hotel, the dining experience immerses guests in authentic Australian flavors, featuring seasonal menus that celebrate native ingredients against the stunning backdrop of the Flinders Ranges. With an intimate setting and a strong emphasis on local produce, each meal invites a taste of the Outback.

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Gallery Restaurant

Contemporary Australian

Ambiance

Nestled within the warmth of the Outback Lodge, the Gallery Restaurant offers a cozy yet sophisticated environment for an intimate dining experience.

Key Offerings

Delight in signature offerings like Kutjera kangaroo tail bao buns with choisin sauce, pickled daikon, and coriander, perfect for enjoying alongside a sunset. Seasonal menus highlight both feral and indigenous produce, including unique options of emu and kangaroo.

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