Built in 1850 as the district’s first private hospital, the building became a hotel in 1851 and was renamed “The Pinsent” in 1923 by Anne Edith Pinsent, who set out to make it one of the finest in the region – so much so that even the notorious Squizzy Taylor once stayed the night.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, the hotel is renowned for serving some of the best steaks in Wangaratta, alongside a Lounge Bar, TAB facilities, and a Thirsty Camel bottleshop.
With its cozy interiors, original brick façade, and a legacy stretching back over 170 years, the Pinsent continues to be a local favourite and a welcoming stop for travellers passing through.