Hotels in Kiata, Victoria
Little Desert Hotel
Little Desert Hotel Great little Pub on the Western Highway between Adelaide and Melbourne which offers refreshments, dining and caravan parking and camping facilities. No accommodation for travellers at this stage. Currently runs an annual...
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Information on Kiata, VIC 3418
Kiata is a small rural town in the Wimmera region of western Victoria, located 359 kilometers northwest of Melbourne on the Western Highway. With a population of 251 (2011 census), this quiet township serves as a gateway to the Little Desert National Park.
Key attractions include the Little Desert Hotel (open Friday-Saturday), Inverness Motors vintage car museum, and the nearby Kiata Wind Farm. The town offers a peaceful campground just 10km south, positioned perfectly for exploring the semi-arid landscapes and diverse wildlife of the surrounding national park.
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Travel options
Kiata is accessible by car via the Western Highway, located 359 kilometers from Melbourne. While public transport is available to nearby towns like Dimboola, Nhill and Kaniva, these are some distance north of Kiata, making car travel the most practical option. The town sits on a railway line from Horsham, though passenger services may be limited. Once there, the area is best explored by car, on foot, or by four-wheel drive for accessing the desert landscapes and camping areas.