Exchange Hotel

Cape York Peninsula


Wash down the bull dust with a beer at the legendary Exchange Hotel. After a boozy prank the ‘S’ on top of the pub became a permanent fixture, making it the S'Exchange Hotel! There's camping in the paddock behind the pub for $5 per person. Double rooms start at $120 and hearty pub meals are served for lunch and dinner.


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Nearby Cape York Peninsula attractions

1. Cape York Heritage House

0.05 MILES

This old two-storey house has some fascinating displays on Coen's gold-mining past. If the gate is locked, ask at the pub across the road.

2. Wunthulpu Visitor Centre

0.66 MILES

This small cultural centre acts as the local tourist office but also has some excellent displays of local mining and Indigenous history, including photos…