German Arms Hotel

The German Arms Hotel sits on Mount Barker Road in the heart of Hahndorf, in the Adelaide Hills — Australia's oldest surviving German settlement and one of the state's most popular tourist villages. A famous, long-standing hotel and restaurant, it leans into the town's rich German-Australian heritage, combining a lively, characterful pub-and-dining atmosphere with hearty fare and good drinks in a setting steeped in Hahndorf's history.

The appeal is that combination of a characterful, festive atmosphere, hearty food and good drinks and the charm of historic Hahndorf, ideal for a relaxed meal, a drink or a fun stop while exploring the village and the Adelaide Hills. As a long-standing landmark in a town famous for its German heritage, it's a natural drawcard, and the German Arms has clearly delighted a huge number of visitors over the years.

With a 4.3 rating from more than 4,800 reviews, it's clearly a hugely popular, well-loved spot. Menus, drinks lists, opening hours and any events vary, and it gets very busy on weekends and during peak tourist periods, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly where needed before you go — though for a hearty meal, a drink and a festive atmosphere in historic Hahndorf, it's a genuine highlight of a visit.