The Franklin Hotel

Skip the sterile corporate venues—those chasing a proper independent watering hole in the Adelaide CBD point straight to The Franklin. It’s a masterclass in hospitality. Cozy, vibrant, and fiercely local. Pub purists hit the bar specifically for the rotating craft taps and a flawlessly poured draught Guinness. But the kitchen is the real flex. The Wagyu beef schnitty with traditional gravy has earned serious respect among the city's comfort food crowds. Upstairs, the boutique accommodation is an absolute triumph. You wouldn't expect such a quiet, expansive retreat right above a bustling public bar—complete with royalty-sized corner bathtubs and a private entry. Book direct, and they’ll even hook you up with a complimentary mini-bar stocked with Coopers and a cheeky bag of Tiny Teddies. Factor in the cracking little beer garden out back and brilliant staff who memorize your order without a notepad, and you’ve got peak Aussie pub culture.