We arrived shortly before they were closing, travelling up from The Oodnadatta Track to be told…read morethat although they were pet friendly our two small poodle cross dogs were not to make a sound otherwise we would be evicted from the campground. We were also assured that we would be able to erect our tent with ease and it would be no issue to insert tent pegs into the ground. Although there were a couple of other tents set up, upon further inspection it would appear that they had already taken the only available areas where you could easily set up. We drove around the campsite twice trying every available spot to insert tent pegs into the dried out, hard as concrete, gravelled ground but to our dismay we were unsuccessful in our attempts to penetrate the barren earth. We then returned to the the office to try to speak with the lady on duty, Susan, to try to see if we could pay to upgrade to a cabin for the night, however, she had already shut up shop. We tried telephoning her on the number provided, yet unsurprisingly there was no answer or response to our voicemail that was left. To add insult to injury when we telephoned the next day Susan confirmed that she had received our voicemail and note left on my business card with all my contact details yet was blasé in her response admitting that she couldn't do anything to help and had planned to ignore the issue. No doubt she had other dissatisfied clients to lie to and ignore. With the sun rapidly descending and faced with the unappealing option of sleeping in a car that was packed full to the brim for the night we decided to drive on to the next town. At Craddock we found the delightful Craddock Hotel located in a charming period sandstone building where we were able to camp for free at the back in a wide open paddock. Although by now night had well and truly fallen and we had to set up in the dark there was absolutely no issue at all in getting the tent pegs into the ground. Toilet & showers facilities were located in the rear of the pub which was packed with very friendly locals for schnitzel night. Considering we hadn't paid a thing for camping at The Craddock Hotel the staff went over and above to accomodate us. Now that's what we consider "Country Hospitality" unlike what we came to experience from Susan and the management at Hawker Caravan Park who shamelessly hid behind company policy unwilling to provide a refund for services that they have catastrophically failed to deliver. Do yourself a favour and drive the extra 20 minutes to the next town than give this lying, thieving place your hard earned cash that they don't deserve.

From the owner: We are also able to offer you an exclusive 4WD tour into the picturesque Flinders Ranges.read more

Good value accommodation, clean & tidy... would highly recommend to anyone passing through or…read morelooking for somewhere to call home base to go site-seeing.

Though this was just a stop over for the night, we were checked in with ease and even asked if we…read moreneeded suggestions for dinner. So friendly. The hotel was lovely and in an old building (which I love) and well maintained. We opted for the budget accom which included shared bathroom and toilets, which was no problems at all. It had everything we needed and was clean. There was a nice dog hanging around, who was friendly and quiet. Not too sure if he belonged to anyone or the hotel. In all, I would stay again if I can back to the area. Thanks

This is "the Iconic" Outback Hotel that you have been looking for…read more Welcome & ambiance win the star hands down. Lovely rooms ensuite and silent nights with amazing star lined skies. A restaurant with "road kill platter" and great 3 course menu. Their own beer, and wine at very good prices. Outside fire pit. Well worth another visit.

Awesome Lovely…read moreIconic Pub, comfortable rooms, staff friendly and helpful. Rhonda the lovely lady who services the rooms. Meals are an outback experience and delicious. Amazing Artwork both inside and outside.

Awesome Lovely…read moreIconic Pub, comfortable rooms, staff friendly and helpful. Rhonda the lovely lady who services the rooms. Meals are an outback experience and delicious. Amazing Artwork both inside and outside.

Beautifully restored hotel with a wonderful selection of art and homewares created by an Aboriginal…read morewomens art collective on sale. The staff--one young woman when we were there--was lovely, very helpful and friendly. In the front bar of the hotel, apart from the usual alcoholic beverages, there was a selection of icecream as well, which I found to be very tempting. The dining rooms were immaculate, and the old, polished wood tables were very sturdy. The coffee was good, although my long black was more of a short black. My companion's skinny capucino, she said, was very good, and she'd had much worse in Adelaide, so she was very happy to have a good coffee. The hotel was well set out and it was very inviting with its beautiful decor and lighting, and the warm welcome from the friendly young woman behind the bar.