The Alma Hotel was built in 1856 by an English Stonemason William Toll. Willunga was established in 1839 and soon developed into a booming slate mining town, and was also a stopping point for travellers with Cobb and Co coaches travelling further south. There would have been stables out the back along with its own well.
In the late 1800's the upstairs section was added, primarily for holiday makers from Adelaide where, from the balcony guests could see all the way to the township of Aldinga and the busy port of Port Willunga. Many people ask about how it was named Alma Hotel. One line of thought is that it was named after the 1854 Battle of the Alma in the Crimean War which many Englishmen fought in.
In the late 1800's the upstairs section was added, primarily for holiday makers from Adelaide where, from the balcony guests could see all the way to the township of Aldinga and the busy port of Port Willunga. Many people ask about how it was named Alma Hotel. One line of thought is that it was named after the 1854 Battle of the Alma in the Crimean War which many Englishmen fought in.
Services
Whether it be a lunch stop during a winery tour around the McLaren Vale, seniors bus outing, wedding reception or birthday party we have the room and menus to suit. We even host business meetings and workshops. Our function room can seat up to 100 people and can be hired out for private use. It features separate access to the front verandah and beer garden, toilets, fully serviced bar and microphone facilities.
We host regular music and cultural events such as Willunga Ukulele, Willunga Slate Sessions, SPIN-Southern Performers Interactive Network. These are all pre-booked events, please check them out on facebook or get in touch with us and we can point you in the right direction. As all patrons need to be seated away from the bar we are at less than 40% capacity for the front bar and unfortunately can not run music with these restrictions.
Reviews (14)
Linda K.
Oct 22, 2021
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Lovely room, quiet, comfy bed, had a few problems though. Door lock broken and no hot water being the main ones. The staff member on duty found everything very funny and went into long explanations about why things didn't work as they should, I just needed a solution. Eventually the boiler was re started and I had warm water (still not hot) at night but not the following morning. Housekeeping kindly provided Oat Milk, as requested, rather than dairy in my room, that was a lovely touch but no homemade treat as promised, receptionist also found this funny (it's not a big deal, but seriously, just
Haden Carole Spicer
Oct 21, 2021
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Theo Ellory
Aug 18, 2021
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David S.
Aug 17, 2021
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I'm not entirely sure whether I can call this place a country pub or an outer suburban pub, but I guess the atmosphere is sort of a cross between both. Still, I wouldn't necessarily consider this to be any thing all that great. In fact, it was rather disappointing as far as pubs are concerned, though I probably shouldn't be too surprised. Like, yeah, the beer selection was pretty limited, but that was probably to be expected, and the service wasn't particularly great either. Yeah, it really isn't one of those places I'd be returning to in a hurry.
Malcolm Knight
Jul 12, 2021
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Ben Evans
May 18, 2021
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Martin Adams
Oct 11, 2020
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Went for a sunday roast as was recommended. We sat upstairs and the service was really very poor. The waitress was over familiar and not very competent. We waited 40mins after arriving for drinks despite several reminders, and had to cancel the last round as after waiting 30mins we had to go. Food however was not bad.
Holly Tilt
Oct 09, 2020
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We love the Alma! Booked a table to watch the Rugby as had read the many many good reviews... What a wonderful place. Proper ol London drinkers pub with added elegance and some country charm, these guys have got it just right. Pub atmosphere for getting the pints in and a lovely dining room at the back for a more relaxed vibe. Really very attentive service, great selection of drinks, delicious looking menu and a cracking view of the game. We'll be back soon 🙏🍻💪
David B.
Oct 09, 2020
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Alex Berry
Jul 31, 2020
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Sean Haresnape
Jul 18, 2020
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Anna Black
Jul 13, 2020
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I had booked a table for four people and we were given a spot standing with two stools in a corner. We were then rudely told by a waitress we weren’t allowed to stand and then had to explain we didn’t have enough chairs to do that. We were right next to the exit door which was continually being left open (by staff using it to enter, we were told they didn’t count in the one way system...) and had cold air blowing in all the time. We asked if there was a chance to move to one of the many empty tables but they were all ‘booked’. Many people walking around without masks, no one using the
David E.
Apr 05, 2014
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Come here many times a week. The food is great and affordable. Friendly atmosphere. I ordered a chicken migno and it is moist and delicious, the chips are crispy and there is plentiful salad and vegetable bar to help my self to. I often get the chicken schnitzel and it is fantastic. Plenty of places to sit and enjoy the food or drinks. Well sized beer garden and function room.
Tyson A.
Feb 28, 2013
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It might just be me but I tend to expect a lot from a pub meal these days, maybe because the standard of pub food these days is so high. Unfortunately the alma just doesn't hit the mark for me.
I had the MSA scotchie, it was cooked to medium rare but wasn't rested before being served with meant the meat juices pooled on the plate. The scotchie didn't seem to be seasoned at all and it seemed as if the steak wasn't cooked over a high enough heat and therefore didn't have the characteristic caramelized outer layer. It was reasonably cheap at $26 plus sauce but it tasted like
I had the MSA scotchie, it was cooked to medium rare but wasn't rested before being served with meant the meat juices pooled on the plate. The scotchie didn't seem to be seasoned at all and it seemed as if the steak wasn't cooked over a high enough heat and therefore didn't have the characteristic caramelized outer layer. It was reasonably cheap at $26 plus sauce but it tasted like
