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Your Premier Destination for Adelaide Accommodation & Entertainment
Established in the early 1900s, Highlander Hotel has been a cornerstone of the Gilles Plains community for over a century. Our venue combines historic charm with modern amenities, offering premium accommodation, diverse dining options, and vibrant entertainment spaces. With 22 well-appointed rooms featuring contemporary comforts, multiple dining venues showcasing local produce, and state-of-the-art event facilities, we cater to both leisure and business travellers.Our commitment to quality is evident in our award-winning hospitality, extensive beverage selection, and dedication to creating memorable experiences. As a family-friendly establishment, we prioritise accessibility and comfort while maintaining Adelaide's traditional pub atmosphere. Our team's extensive industry experience ensures every guest receives exceptional service aligned with our reputation as one of Adelaide's premier hospitality destinations.
Services
Accommodation
Char Dining
Sports Bar
Bottleshop
Gaming Lounge
Event Hosting
Highlights and features
- Established Adelaide hospitality landmark operating since the 1900s
- 22 modern hotel rooms with complimentary breakfast and WiFi
- Award-winning dining across three distinct venues
- Versatile event spaces for weddings and corporate functions
- Convenient Gilles Plains location with easy city access
Services
Accommodation
Highlander Hotel offers 22 modern rooms featuring mini-fridges, tea/coffee facilities, LCD TVs, free WiFi, and complimentary breakfast. Family rooms with connecting doors and indulgent spa suites available. Centrally located for exploring Adelaide's attractions while maintaining a peaceful retreat atmosphere. Rooms designed for both business and leisure travellers seeking comfort and convenience.
Char Dining
Char Restaurant specialises in premium grass-fed chargrilled steaks and sharing plates. Extensive wine list featuring local boutique and international labels. Daily changing specials with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. Open for lunch and dinner seven days with flexible trading hours. Combines sophisticated dining with relaxed atmosphere overlooking Adelaide Hills.
Sports Bar
Fully equipped sports bar with multiple screens showing live racing and sports events. Traditional pub menu featuring steak, seafood, and burgers. TAB facilities available for sports betting. Regular live music performances and special events. Family-friendly environment with dedicated gaming areas and comfortable seating arrangements.
Bottleshop
Thirsty Camel Bottleshop offers extensive range of boutique wines, craft beers, and spirits. Knowledgeable staff providing expert product recommendations. Convenient drive-thru service with three-hour delivery available. Open extended hours seven days for last-minute purchases. Combines retail convenience with specialist liquor expertise in casual setting.
Event Hosting
Versatile function spaces available for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Complete packages including catering, AV equipment, and event coordination. Regularly hosts live music performances and themed events. Special packages for Melbourne Cup and Christmas celebrations. Experienced team ensures seamless event execution from planning to completion.
Questions
What dining options are available at Highlander Hotel?
We offer three distinct dining venues: Char Restaurant (steaks and sharing plates), Sports Bar (traditional pub fare), and Top Paddock Rooftop Bar (gourmet sharing plates with Adelaide Hills views).
Can I book accommodation online?
Yes, our 22 modern rooms can be booked directly through our website. Options include standard rooms, family rooms with connecting doors, and indulgent spa suites.
Are there event spaces available for hire?
We have versatile function spaces suitable for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Our packages include catering, AV equipment, and event coordination services.
What entertainment options are available?
The hotel features live music performances, sports viewing areas with multiple screens, gaming machines, and regular themed events like our Melbourne Cup celebrations.
Does the hotel offer parking facilities?
While we don't have dedicated parking, our Gilles Plains location offers ample street parking and nearby public car parks for guest convenience.
What are the bottleshop trading hours?
Our Thirsty Camel Bottleshop is open Monday-Thursday 9am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 9am-midnight, and Sunday 9am-9pm for all your beverage needs.
Reviews (7)
Chanse Parkes
Jan 26, 2022
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Mint Duells Removals has been coming here for years, the rooms are great, staff is awesome and the meals are fantastic, highly rate the highlander
Maddie
Jan 25, 2022
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Recently stayed at the highlander hotel, the bistro itself was lovely and the meal we had was as well. I ordered the chicken schnitzel with creamy sauce and was happy with the results. The service was extremely quick for how busy it was as well. The room side of things were a little different, the room and bed itself was nice, comfortable, but the location was a bit noisy at night and the bathroom door had to be closed at all times while showering to prevent the alarm from going off...and if it did the call out fee was addressed to you at the expense of $400 lol. Never seen that before so was a
Carlos Raymundo
Jan 02, 2022
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The one star rating has nothing to do with service nor performance, I just wanted to suggest upgrading this place into a hotel several levels up just like what they have done with the Marion hotel down south!! If you were to upgrade it into a hotel just imagine the views you'd be cashing in on!! You're already at an advantage more so then the Marion currently is in, as you are positioned on top of the hill and by adding extra storeys you'd get great uninterrupted views towards the city centre and hills!!! Just imagine?? Better show this to the owners who run that joint, and get them keen on this
Access Floor Solutions
Dec 12, 2021
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This revamped pub is well received. Menu has variety and great food food. Upstairs has bar and is a great venue for private functions etc.
Beth B.
Dec 05, 2021
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Food was average (some overcooked) and overpriced, efficient staff. To be fair, we were there as a group of about 30, and all the meals came out together. But I would not choose to eat there again.
Jason Bell
Nov 04, 2021
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Honestly the only reason Im giving 2 stars is because the beer was cold and company I was with was good the food on the other hand not the best chicken schnitzel decent size but for $23 and what I was served yeah nah mushroom gravy served in a cardboard cup dressing on top of the salad in a sachet and the bread rolls came out no side plate to put it on or cutlery to put butter on the roll the staff not overly friendly didnt seem like they wanted to be there. place has so much potential but not with food served up like this
Doran Rahne
Sep 07, 2021
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Its a cheap but nice looking hotel. Weve eaten there a few times and the food is good. The staff are inflexible if you have problems; the room was booked in my partners name so I had to sit outside for 2 hours until she arrived. Ive never had that happen before. Also the beds are too firm for my liking and I kept on waking up every couple of hours
