I love Tathra. Okay, so it's the only Australian beach town I've stayed in, but I don't need to stay anywhere else. For me, it's perfection, and a major component of that perfect town is the Tathra Hotel. Perched on the rocky headland overlooking the Tasman Sea, the Tathra hotel offers stunning views into the expanse of hundreds of miles of nothingness south and west. The Tathra Hotel comprises a hotel, of course, and also a brewery and pub. While I have not (yet) stayed in the hotel, the brewery and pub are held to a very high standard, and are a really excellent place to spend and afternoon, evening, night, or all three as one long session. The Tathra Hotel is the nightlife of Tathra. Plain and simple. Of the two places that are open past 3pm, this is the place to be. There is expansive outdoor seating overlooking the ocean and an excellent nautical-themed playground for the kiddos. It really is a playground suitable to all ages, as I've seen teenagers enjoying climbing the structures, and have enjoyed racing up it myself with my son. It can be quite windy, though, so be prepared. The beers -- all brewed in-house -- are solid. Nothing spectacular, nothing bad, and enough variety to suit anyone and keep others interested for a few varied pints. The wind enjoys the beer, too, having taken two pints from me with its thirsty gusts. The food is also nice. I enjoy their Sunday roast, they also do a good Oysters Rockefeller. If I'm honest, the fish and chips are a bit heavy on the oil and the ravioli special was a bit odd. But the overall experience, outside in the breezy coastal air, offers a rejuvenation those like me who do not currently live at the coast cannot find elsewhere. Come to Tathra. Come to Tathra Hotel. Breathe in the coast. Relax. read more