Originally opened in 1876, the historic Prairie Hotel is located in Parachilna. It offers an on-site gourmet restaurant, a bar and an art gallery. Accommodation options include single, twin and triple rooms. Ideally located for exploring the Flinders Ranges, Prairie Hotel is 40 minutes' drive from Leigh Creek. It is an hours' drive from Flinders Ranges National Park. Port Augusta is 2.5 hours away. The on-site restaurant offers a seasonal menu using local produce, including native animals such as emu and kangaroo. The bar serves a wide range of Australian, local and international beer and wine. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning. Featuring a shower, your private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include an outdoor seating area and bed linen.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.4
High score for Flinders Ranges
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Shesepankh
    Australia Australia
    Lovely little hotel in the middle of nowhere. Recently renovated with all modern facilities. Gorgeous bathroom and nice room. Very friendly and attentive staff members. Dinner and breakfast was included: delicious and copious! A true outback...
  • Pip
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was excellent. I prefer non toasted muesli.
  • Julie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was amazing out in the Flinders Ranges. The hotel was far above my expectations. The hotel was unique to be in the outback of Australia. Ellie, the manager, was very welcoming & friendly. You could see that Ellie is very proud of...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Australian
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Prairie Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Temporary art galleries
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and costs AUD 35 per 24 hours.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Tour desk
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 12 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and older are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Cash is not accepted Prairie Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is a 3.5% charge when you pay with an American Express credit card.

FAQs about Prairie Hotel

  • Check-in at Prairie Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Prairie Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Prairie Hotel is 17.4 miles from the centre of Flinders Ranges. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Prairie Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/performance

  • Prairie Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Room options at Prairie Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Suite
    • Quadruple