The town of Quindanning is named after Quindanning Pool, located along the Williams River. Alfred Hillman discovered the pool in January 1835; the name is derived from the local Indigenous word "quinda", meaning "happy times".

The Quindanning Hotel has been the centre of the town since the beginning of the century, and is one of the most easily recognisable historic buildings in the district.

When one of the first licensed premises in the area - the Lyndhurst Arms Hotel - closed between 1897 and 1900, local resident Henry Sherry Jr constructed a small mud-brick building and was issued a Wayside License on December 3rd, 1900.

A more substantial two-room brick building was later constructed (which can still be seen at the rear of the present Hotel). Over the years there were a number of licensees; but in 1921 it was acquired by local farmer and businessman Mr Frank Morgan. By substantially renovating the existing building (with bricks made onsite at the rear of the premises), Mr Morgan was responsible for developing the Hotel into one of Western Australia's best-known inland resort hotels between 1925 and the late 1950s.

During this time, the Quindanning Hotel established itself as one of the State's favourite honeymoon and holiday destinations. The resort provided patrons with a variety of outdoor activities, including a 9 hole golf course, horse riding, duck shooting and kangaroo hunting.

Since that time, the Hotel has undergone several transitions, including sporting a nautical theme while owned by a Captain R.A French during the mid 1980's.

The current Hotel is a gorgeous statement of old-world charm; with generous Jarrah panelling, open wood fires, beautiful gardens, long verandahs and quiet valley location.

The current proprietors, Neta and George Lavender, along with their three sons Wesley, Rowan and Dylan, would like to invite you to come and experience the Quindanning Hotel.

Wikipedia Entry on Quindanning