The Bellum Hotel

A must stop if your in the area!!! Meg and Bobby have poured their souls into giving this pub new life! We stumbled across The Bellum Hotel while googling where to stay near Mt Gambier. When we arrived Meg very happily greeted us and showed us a beautiful spot under some trees out the back. Our kids happily played in the kids area inside which is accommodating for all ages. A icy cold beer was ready as soon as we walked into the bar and Meg introduced us to a few of the locals, so we got some tips on local areas to visit. The food was delicious, Bobby does and amazing job in the kitchen! A favourite of ours was the Chicken Burger! Our whole stay was just amazing! You couldn't ask for better...somewhere to stay, great food, icy cold drinks & outstanding service! We are already planning our trip back in a few months with some friends! Please do yourself a favour and stop past if only for a meal and a beer on your way through. Little Blue Lake is only a couple of minutes up from the pub so lunch after a swim is a great idea! Thanks for having us Meg & Bobby, see you soon with the newest edition 😃

I can't even begin to properly articulate how wonderfully accommodating the hotel manager was, I wish I caught her name as she made a point of using mine consistently and really personalising every interaction. I enjoyed hearty, well priced food, cold beer and customer service *like no other*. Making the most of the camping spots out the back, I was truly surprised to be made to feel so at home while being away! 10/10 will call through every and any time I find myself in the area again. Great location, beautiful staff and friendly patrons, definitely the best stay of the trip!

If your in S.A. THIS IS A MUST STOP IN. Travelling from Cairns Qld to Albany WA and this was the best pub the whole journey. It's a local/hometown pub in its truest form. Everyone loves a chat, is friendly, the food is amazing, the beer is good and you won't be short of a laugh amongst the company there. I wouldn't miss going through here and staying a night. It's free camping! Minus the beers and food which by supporting places like this to keep it going. So have a feed, grab a beer, and laugh with the locals.

We came to the Bellum today for a Christmas lunch under its new ownership. We were last here about 14 years ago before moving back to the NT. It was nostalgic to come back, but wonderful to see what this family has done with it! The first thing that struck me is just how clean and fresh it smelt it didn’t have that musty old pub smell at all!

The staff were absolutely lovely,, and the lady behind the bar knew her stuff about the wine list. My husband and I both had the calamari and salad. It was great! We were impressed by the wine menu selection too. Everyone else at our large table were very happy with their meals.

Thank you to the staff for today, the place was packed and you worked so so hard! Well done, we were very impressed!

This family has taken a chance on reopening this gorgeous old pub, and you should too. Give it a go. We will absolutely be back.

This is the best rural pub in Aus! The staff are so delightful, particular shoutout to Meg who was so kind to our group of girls from Melbourne. Would definitely recommend this pub - food, drinks and music is awesome!

Camped overnight to see the local sites. Space for about 6 vans. Pub is beautiful inside with very interesting history. Great food, reasonable priced. Would highly recommend.

Wow, what a hidden gem of history. Very accommodating and very welcoming. Food was delicious and generous to fill travelling bellies.
Highly recommended. Great little overnight camp spot.

Had a lovely time here. The food was great and rooms clean. Everyone was so friendly, particularly Meg who really looked after us.

Amazing place. We stayed there for 2 nights. people there are very nice

They have good drinks and excellent beer, highly recommended to go there

Had a great meal, the live music was fantastic. We really had a good night, highly recommend it 👌 👍

Meal are real good pub meal ,great atmosphere great service great friendly beers are cold.

Great to see a family take the business over, enjoyed the opportunity to visit and have a great hearty Chicken parma Schnitty and Fish & Chips , Ps: chips were awesome, other hotels should take note, simple meals basic on plate garden salad. 🥗 🍽🍽🍺🍺
Will see you again for good old fashioned Pub atmosphere .
J&T 👍👌

Great spot to stop with a caravan. The beer is cold and the food is good. Booking is a must.

Wonderful stay, incredibly kind and welcoming hosts. Great food. Thank you!

Meg and Bobby are awesome publicans.!! Nice friendly , super quick service , cold beer and deadset best pub food around the South East . 11 out of 10 ✌💥💯

Absolutely fantastic publicans, friendly as, and helpful in every way. Good tucker at a reasonable price. Thanks Bellum hotel !

Perfect spot for a nice Saturday lunch. The place looks fantastic, with a great atmosphere and wonderful staff. Our meals were spot on and we look forward to spending many more Saturdays at the Bellum Hotel!

Nice meal, one of the best Beef schnitzels I've eaten for a while, nothing but good things to say about the food and service

Such a great bar right beside a hidden gem of Australia, I would highly recommend a stop off some of the friendliest owners and staff i have ever had the pleasure to meet, thanks again!!

Had an awesome dinner and the staff are lovely steak is cooked to perfection every time!!