Robe Hotel is a seaside pub on Mundy Terrace in Robe, on South Australia's Limestone Coast, with 16 first-floor rooms, eight with ensuites.
It opened in 1847 as the Bonnie Owl, the town's first licensed premises, and part of that original building still stands behind the hotel. Rooms run from a king spa suite to queen, triple and quad rooms, plus budget rooms with shared bathrooms. Some rooms have access to a shared balcony. There is no lift, but staff will help with luggage, and parking is out the back. The beach is a short stroll away. The bistro serves seafood, pub classics and Limestone Coast produce, and guests regularly praise the food and friendly service.
A group of 4 of us came in for a few quiet drinks, football and some light meals to share. The food was just perfect. The meals were quick, but not too quick. Good sized portions and cost. Oysters were fresh and couldn't be faulted. Bar staff were happy and our overall experience was fantastic. We will definitely return for another visit next time we are in town. Also, just noting that the staff could quite easily do with a pay rise as they went above and beyond during service time ( as quoted by the giggling staff member who was great 🙌)
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely amazing from start to finish! The whole experience at the Robe Hotel was incredible — the service, the atmosphere, the food… everything was perfect. The food was honestly to die for, and even the kids’ spaghetti had us talking! It tasted like something a Nonna had been standing over the stove making all day — simple, authentic and absolutely delicious. 🤌🏼🍝 Then there’s the interior 😍 The beautiful carpet, the fireplace, all the little details and the cosy old-world feel give the place so much character. And let’s not even get started on THAT VIEW! Absolutely stunning. Such a beautiful place to sit, eat amazing food and take it all in. One of those places where the whole experience just comes together perfectly. We absolutely loved it and will definitely be back! ❤️
I haven’t had dinner here in 10 years and the dining room has been extended a lot. The service was excellent and the staff in the dining room were cheerful and funny. The menu takes advantage of the amazing local produce and it took me ages to decide - I had the pan seared snapper which was amazing with roast vegetables. My friend had the Coorong mullet which he had never tried before and loved it. Well done Robe Hotel 👍
Staff were above and beyond. Friendly and could not have done more, especially when a broken glass in bathroom occurred. Sea view room adjoining upstairs balcony gave spectacular evening views. On suite "pod" was effective but care needed standing in bath when showering.
Wow....I have to start with the onion rings! I am certain they are the best we have ever had! Burger and schnitzel were good but the onion rings stole the show 🙏. Over all the Robe Hotel was great. It's right on the sea front and the decor was on point. It was warm, inviting and felt real homely. The carpet was an interesting talking point, we loved it. The service was also outstanding, food came out quickly 😁
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