The Watervale Hotel has done it again! For the second year in a row, LuxLife, the UK’s premier tourism and travel publication, has crowned this Clare Valley gem the ‘Best Culinary Experience in the World’ at its 2024 Travel and Tourism Awards.
Not stopping there, the Watervale Hotel also scooped up the title of ‘Best Farm to Table Restaurant’, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the culinary world.
This remarkable achievement stems from the hotel’s unique offering: an immersive Penobscot Farm Tour paired with a six-course degustation dining experience. Guests have the luxury of tasting exquisite dishes matched with the finest Clare Valley wines or Penobscot mocktails, all while seated at the prestigious Chef’s Table.
It’s an education in regenerative farming, a cooking masterclass, and a wine tasting session, all wrapped up in one extraordinary package. The judges couldn’t help but commend the hotel’s efforts in providing an unparalleled blend of education and entertainment.
The 2024 accolade not only recognizes the hotel’s innovative low-waste philosophies but also its dedication to serving dishes bursting with nutrition and flavor, sourced directly from their farm and other local producers.
Such commendation has earned the Watervale Hotel a full-page feature in LuxLife’s Travel and Tourism Awards edition, which reaches approximately 1 million subscribers worldwide.
Following their 2023 win, the Watervale Hotel has seen a surge in international bookings, turning the Clare Valley into a global epicurean destination. This award has significantly contributed to tourism in South Australia, with many visitors integrating their stay with tours of the Flinders Ranges and the Outback.
Here, guests can embark on their farm tours right from their doorstep and enjoy convenient transportation to and from the hotel, ensuring a seamless and luxurious stay in the heart of South Australia.
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