About Prairie Hotel
The Prairie Hotel is a heritage-listed outback hotel located in the small settlement of Parachilna in the Flinders Ranges, South Australia. Established in 1876 to serve railway workers, it is renowned for its restored stone buildings, outback hospitality and innovative 'Feral Mixed Grill' featuring feral meats. Set against the backdrop of the Flinders Ranges, it operates as a hotel, restaurant, bar and gallery and serves as a popular base for exploring the surrounding national park and gorges.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a restored 19th-century stone hotel in a remote outback setting with views of the Flinders Ranges. The site includes a front bar, dining room, outdoor beer garden, art gallery featuring local Aboriginal art, and hotel accommodation. Guests can dine on contemporary outback cuisine including the signature Feral Mixed Grill, enjoy drinks, view historic photographs and artworks, stargaze in clear night skies, and use the hotel as a base to explore Parachilna Gorge and Flinders Ranges National Park.
Key highlights
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Heritage-listed 1876 stone hotel building in Parachilna
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Famous Feral Mixed Grill featuring camel, kangaroo, emu and goat
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Panoramic views of the Flinders Ranges from the beer garden
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On-site gallery showcasing Adnyamathanha and local Aboriginal art
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Base for exploring Parachilna Gorge and Flinders Ranges National Park