About Us
About Us
The Standpipe Golf Motor Inn is a family owned and operated local business with strong ties to the local Port Augusta community.
Every member of our team, from the groundskeepers to our world-class chefs who work in the Standpipe are passionate about what we do and are committed to providing a wonderful experience and exceptional customer service to our guests – whether they are staying with us, attending an event or enjoying our award-winning cuisine.
Our team are here to make your experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. We look forward to welcoming you.
Our Rich History
Our beautiful Standpipe Golf Motor Inn has a rich and fascinating history that continues to capture people’s imaginations in the current day.
First established as an outback hotel back in 1883, the Standpipe provided a final watering spot at the end of the pipeline for weary travellers returning from the outback to Port Augusta.
At that time, camels were used as an ideal transport option for travelling long distances in hot, dry conditions. With water piped under the Spencer Gulf to the westside of Port Augusta, Afghan cameleers, or teamsters as they were also known, would stop to water their camels at the Standpipe before venturing into the dusty north to deliver supplies and help explore and develop Australia’s interior.
When it first opened, the Standpipe featured a billiard room, skittles, stockyards, bullock cueing pens and horses for hire – making it a popular meeting place. The decline of the teamsters saw the closing of the hotel licence in 1901.
Throughout the years, the Standpipe building fulfilled various roles including a nursing home, flats, and a private residence, but eventually reverted to its origins - once again becoming a haven for travellers.
The original 1883 homestead has now been lovingly restored and features a restaurant, a variety of conference and meeting rooms, cellars, lounge bar and alfresco area - complemented by 85 accommodation units and suites.
Throughout the property you can still discover aspects of the property’s past through historical pictures, prints, and the building’s architectural features. You can visit the original wine cellars that were first used more than 130 years ago. Just imagine the stories those walls could tell!
