Searching for “the australian hotel” returns several separate venues that share one name, so the first task is working out which one you mean. This guide maps the five venues in the current search results by town, dining, rooms, live entertainment and listed hours, and notes where the listings are silent. One outside figure is included: Expedia rates the St. George venue 8.2 out of 10, a review-platform score rather than a figure from the venue itself.
Last checked: 2026-10-30
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Name variants in results: 8 distinct location-tagged queries (Sydney, Nowra, The Rocks, Nyngan, McGraths Hill, Cessnock, Young) · Earliest founding date listed: 1891 (McGraths Hill venue) · Largest craft beer claim: 100+ Australian craft beers (The Rocks venue) · Venues with accommodation shown: 2 of 5 listed venues
Snapshot: five venues, one name
- Five venues share the name in the current search results, across at least three towns or suburbs (search result listings)
- Two of five listed venues show on-site accommodation: Cessnock (motel-style rooms) and St. George (comfortable accommodation) (search result listings)
- The McGraths Hill venue has operated since 1891, the earliest founding date in the result set (search result listings)
- The Rocks venue claims 100+ Australian craft beers, the largest beer range claimed by any venue in the results (search result listings)
How we researched this
Last checked: 2026-10-30.
Sources reviewed: search engine result listings for the keyword, property or operator listing pages, and neutral review platforms where a venue was listed.
We made no on-site visits, conducted no staff or manager interviews, and did not independently verify menus, prices or room availability; we also collected no data for Nowra, Nyngan or Young beyond their search queries.
The table below gives the key facts we could confirm from the listings we reviewed.
| Label | Value |
|---|---|
| Venues sharing the name in results | 5, across at least 3 towns or suburbs |
| Venues with accommodation shown | 2 of 5 (Cessnock, St. George) |
| Venues advertising live entertainment | 1 of 5 (St. George) |
| Earliest founding date listed | 1891 (McGraths Hill) |
| Largest craft beer claim | 100+ Australian craft beers (The Rocks) |
| McGraths Hill listed hours | Mon-Sat 9:30am-2am; Sun 10am-2am |
| Cessnock listed address | 136 Wollombi Rd, Cessnock NSW 2325 |
| McGraths Hill listed phone | (02) 4577 3104 |
Five numbers worth knowing
- Five venues share the name, so a town name is the fastest way to filter the results.
- Two of five list on-site rooms, which means most of the set is for dining or drinks rather than stays.
- Only one of five advertises live entertainment, at the St. George venue.
- The Rocks venue claims the largest craft beer range in the results, at 100+ Australian craft beers.
- The McGraths Hill venue has the earliest founding date in the set, operating since 1891.
The Australian Hotel Sydney
The Australian Hotel The Rocks
The venue that appears under “The Australian Hotel Sydney” is in The Rocks. Its listing describes it as one of Sydney’s oldest pubs, a claim we could not check against an independent heritage record.
The listing says the pub offers classic pub meals and heritage pizzas, and that it claims 100+ Australian craft beers. It also invites table bookings.
What this means: if the Sydney venue is the one you want, its strongest listed claim is the beer range, and the menu is the part you will need to confirm yourself.
What the listed venues say they serve
The listings describe different kinds of food. The Rocks venue lists classic pub meals and heritage pizzas. The Cessnock venue describes its dining as award-winning. The St. George venue lists meals and ice-cold beverages, along with a games room.
The McGraths Hill and South Townsville listings give no dish details. The inputs include no full menus and no prices, so this article quotes no dishes and no prices.
The review-platform listing for the St. George venue gives it 8.2 out of 10 (“Very good”) and lists a free roundtrip airport shuttle and free self parking. Its reviews also include complaints about air-conditioning noise and a pub attached to the hotel making it loud, alongside praise for the pub’s food. Individual review comments reflect one reviewer’s view each, so weigh them as indicative rather than settled.
The trade-off: the Cessnock and Rocks listings focus on food and drink, while the St. George listing carries the most practical detail, including the shuttle, parking and noise complaints.
The Australian Hotel Cessnock
The listing places this classic pub in the heart of Cessnock, at 136 Wollombi Rd, Cessnock NSW 2325. It describes motel-style accommodation and award-winning dining, which makes it one of the two listed venues with on-site rooms.
The search result shows a phone number. Confirm it on the venue’s current listing before you call, because the inputs do not say whether it has changed.
For a wider view of pub accommodation, see the Royal Hotel Murrurundi: History, Food & Accommodation Guide or the Nannup Hotel Motel: Historic Pub Stay with En-Suite Rooms.
What to watch: the listing confirms rooms and dining, but not whether a given night is available.
The Australian Hotel, McGraths Hill
The McGraths Hill venue has the earliest founding date in the results: its listing says it has operated since 1891. The listed hours are Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 2am, and Sunday 10am to 2am.
The listed phone number is (02) 4577 3104. The inputs give no menu or room details for this venue, so the hours and history are the only confirmed details.
The bottom line: for hours and history, this venue has the most specific listed details in the set.
Comparing the five listed venues
| Venue | Listed location | Dining offered | Accommodation shown | Live entertainment shown | Opening hours shown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Australian Hotel, Cessnock | NSW | Award-winning dining (listing) | Motel-style rooms | Not shown | Not stated in inputs |
| Australian Hotel, McGraths Hill | NSW | Not stated in inputs | Not shown | Not shown | Mon-Sat 9:30am-2am; Sun 10am-2am |
| The Australian Hotel, The Rocks (Sydney) | NSW | Classic pub meals, heritage pizzas | Not shown | Not shown | Not stated in inputs |
| The Australian Hotel, St. George | QLD | Meals, cold beverages | Comfortable accommodation | Yes | Not stated in inputs |
| The Australian Hotel, South Townsville | QLD | Food and drink listed | Not shown | Not shown | Not stated in inputs |
Pros and cons by venue
- Cessnock: on-site motel-style rooms and award-winning dining, but no prices or availability in the inputs.
- The Rocks: 100+ craft beers and classic pub meals claimed, but no hours or rooms stated.
- McGraths Hill: operating since 1891 with listed hours, but no menu or rooms listed.
- St. George: rooms, live entertainment, a games room and function facilities, but review-platform comments include complaints about air-conditioning and pub noise.
- South Townsville: food and drink listed, but no hours or rooms stated.
Which venue fits which need
Best for
- Diners looking for pub meals and a menu: The Rocks venue and the Cessnock venue, per their listings.
- Overnight guests who want on-site rooms: Cessnock (motel-style) and St. George (comfortable accommodation).
- Readers looking for live entertainment or a craft beer selection: St. George for live entertainment, The Rocks for the beer range.
Our pick
For a menu and craft beers, choose The Rocks venue. For overnight stays, choose Cessnock if you want motel-style rooms, or St. George if you also want live entertainment and a games room. If you need one specific town, use the town name in your search, because the five venues sit in different places.
Finding the right town
The venues are in NSW (Cessnock, McGraths Hill, The Rocks) and QLD (St. George, South Townsville), so the state is a second filter worth checking alongside the town.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of The Australian Hotel in McGraths Hill?
The listing gives Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 2am, and Sunday 10am to 2am.
Does The Australian Hotel in Cessnock have rooms?
Yes. The listing describes motel-style accommodation at the Cessnock venue, which is at 136 Wollombi Rd, Cessnock NSW 2325.
Does The Australian Hotel in St. George have live entertainment?
Yes. The listing mentions live entertainment, along with a games room and function facilities.
How many craft beers does The Australian Hotel in The Rocks list?
The listing claims 100+ Australian craft beers.
When did The Australian Hotel in McGraths Hill begin operating?
The listing states the venue has operated since 1891.