We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Hobart, Australia. We have also included accommodation in historic buildings, apartments, holiday homes, villas, boutique hotels, guest houses, manor houses, lodges and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated January 2024.
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Popular among couples. Offering lovely views towards Mount Wellington, the 1847 Islington Hotel offers luxurious accommodation with original artwork and precious antiques. Just 5 minutes’ drive from Sullivans Cove, it features a restaurant and landscaped gardens with an infinity-edge pond. Hotel Islington is 2 km from Hobart CBD (Central Business District) and the popular Salamanca Markets. Hobart International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. You can read by the fireplace in the library, or enjoy a meal in the glass pavilion with barbecue facilities. Massage services and airport limousine transfers are available upon request. All rooms feature free Wi-Fi and exclusive fabrics designed by Jim Thompson. The marble bathroom includes a bathtub and a separate rainshower. The minibar is free. The Islington Restaurant is open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday . We closed Sunday Monday and Tuesday for dinner service. The restaurant serves creative cuisine based on fresh local produce. Seasonal menu items include seared duck breast with braised figs, and slow-cooked abalone with wild forest mushrooms. The wine cellar offers a wide selection of wines.Show full description
The Islington Hotel is a unique, luxurious hotel located in a 19th century mansion in Hobart, Tasmania. The hotel is beautifully decorated with a mix of antique and contemporary furniture and art.
Bed and Breakfast.Great value. The Rivulet is located in Hobart and is a heritage-listed boutique hotel. The grand 19th Century manor house has been refurbished and rejuvenated and is set in a convenient location to enjoy all that Hobart has to offer. Located on Sandy Bay Road, the property sits opposite the Casino, Derwent River and Hobart’s premier yacht clubs. Each room at The Rivulet features air conditioning , a Smart TV , luxurious bathroom and tailored amenities. The Rivulet (formerly Amberley House) is only 2 km from historic Battery point and vibrant Salamanca Square and 3 km from Constitution Dock. The Kingborough playing fields are situated next door to The Rivet and can be accessed through the hotel's side gate. You can enjoy bushwalks behind the property at Lambert Reserve, where the Lambert Rivulet flows through. The reserve also connects with a walking trail to the Signal Station at the top of Mount Nelson. Some of the rooms have baths. The guest rooms and the common areas feature eclectic art and antique furnishings. Each room has its individual style and décor. There is car parking on-site for all rooms. The property also features a sculptured and tranquil garden. A fresh continental breakfast is served each morning, featuring Tasmanian produce. The Cascades Room, garden and verandah offer you a choice of places to enjoy outside food in or a fresh coffee or glass of Tasmanian wine at any time.. Show full description
The Rivulet is a beautifully renovated heritage property located in a convenient and scenic area of Hobart. The rooms are spacious and luxurious, with every detail of the guests' comfort considered.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great location. Popular among couples. This historic property was built in 1906 and has been refurbished to highlight the original fireplaces and stained glass windows. There is a comfortable lounge room where guests can enjoy a pre-dinner drink or morning and afternoon tea. Guests can explore a variety of local wineries, and the unique wilderness areas south of Hobart. Each individually designed room offers a marble bathroom with heated towel rails, a mini bar, and tea and coffee making facilities. Free WiFi is provided. The Grande Vue is located in the historic suburb of Battery Point, within 15 minutes’ walk of Salamanca Place and Wrest Point Casino. The accommodation features antique furniture and modern amenities. Some rooms include spectacular water views, and a spa bath.Show full description
Grande Vue Hotel in Battery Point, Hobart, is a unique and charming accommodation option. Housed in a historic mansion built in 1906, it retains its original fireplaces and stained glass windows.
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Maylands Lodge is a historic landmark property situated in the New Town area of Hobart. It is just an 8-minute drive from the city centre and the historic Hobart waterfront, including Salamanca Square. Unique Tasmanian artwork is featured throughout the property and each room has either a mountain or garden view. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 16km from the property . Facilities at the property include a guest lounge. There is also free private parking. The rooms are equipped with flat screen TVs, coffee facilities, free WiFi and luxurious bath amenities. Show full description
Boutique hotel.Historic property. Great bar. Sitting alongside Hobart's waterfront, the historic Henry Jones Art Hotel offers luxurious rooms offering water or courtyard views. The hotel is set in a row of renovated 1820s warehouses and a former IXL jam factory. It offers a bar and boasts a variety of original artworks throughout the property. Henry Jones Art Hotel is situated beside Victoria Dock, offering views of Mount Wellington and Fisherman's Wharf. It is 2 minutes' from Salamanca Place and Hobart CBD (Central Business District). Each of the air conditioned guest rooms offers a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each includes a private bathroom featuring European stainless steel fittings and glass and sandstone walls. Some bathrooms also offer a free-standing spa bath. Guests can enjoy a drink at The IXL Long Bar. Facilities include 24-hour room service, and a tour desk.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great bar. Nestled in the heart of the historic Hobart waterfront, MACq 01 is a luxurious hotel that combines premium accommodation with unforgettable storytelling. It is just a 5-minute drive from the city centre and famous Salamanca Square. Throughout the halls and walls of MACq 01, guests will find engaging stories and pieces of Tasmanian history and can enjoy the beautiful views of the Derwent Estuary from the hotel. Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre is 1.6 km from MACq 01 Hotel, while Federation Concert Hall is 300 metres away. There is an on-site restaurant at the property and private parking is available. Guests can choose from luxurious suites and rooms at MACq 01 Hotel. Each of these rooms are linked to a real character central to the story of Tasmania, such as heroes, villains, explorers, inventors, convicts and more. The rooms are also equipped with a flat-screen TV, coffee machine and free WiFi. Other facilities at the hotel include a bar, fitness centre, spontaneous entertainment and much more. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 15 km from MACq 01 Hotel.Show full description
Holiday Home.Relaxing atmosphere. Nice surroundings. Popular among women. Centrally located just a 7-minute drive from Hobart CBD (Central Business District), Bakers Retreat features an outdoor hot tub and a patio with BBQ facilities. Built in 1928, this property offers historic charm, with high ceilings and mountain views. With a bus stop out the front of the property, Bakers Retreat provides a convenient base to explore Hobart’s many vineyards and attractions. It is within 5-minutes’ walk of cafes and shops, and a 20-minute drive from Hobart Airport. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free secure parking. This heated accommodation features a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. It has a modern bathroom with a spa bath and free toiletries. The lounge area includes a computer, a stereo and a flat-screen TV. Towels and high quality linen are provided.Show full description
Lodge.Romantic. Gorgeous surroundings. Built in the 1870s, The Corinda Collection offers self-contained cottages and hotel style rooms. Set in lovely gardens, the property offers a 24-hour front desk and free parking. Sullivan’s Cove is just a 10-minute walk away and Hobart CBD (Central Business District) is an 15-minute walk away from The Corinda Collection. Hobart International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Laundry facilities and a full kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator are standard in all cottages.Show full description
One of the most ROMANTIC lodges in Hobart. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Apartment.Great views. Popular among women. Million Dollar Views offers accommodation in Hobart. Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre is 3 km away. Hobart Cruise Terminal is 3.6 km from Million Dollar Views, while Theatre Royal is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 16 km from the property. Free high speed internet is offered. Breakfast provisions are provided for guests to prepare themselves. The accommodation is equipped with a dining area and a seating area with a satellite flat-screen TV. Some units feature a terrace and/or patio with sea views. There is also a kitchenette. An oven and microwave are also available, as well as a coffee machine. Every unit features a private bathroom with free toiletries. Towels and bed linen are provided.Show full description
Villa.Very stylish. Lovely interior design. Popular among couples. Offering free WiFi and city views, Blue Magnolia is an accommodation situated right in the centre of Hobart, just 1.5 km from Short Beach and 1.2 km from Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. The nearest airport is Hobart Airport, 18 km from Blue Magnolia. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.6 km from Lords Beach. The villa with a terrace and garden views has 1 bedroom, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the villa. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Popular points of interest near the villa include Theatre Royal, Parliament Square and Maritime Museum of Tasmania.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most STYLISH villa in Hobart.
Apartment.Popular among couples. Offering accommodation with air conditioning, Quarry House Luxury Retreat is situated in Hobart, 500 metres from Theatre Royal. Hobart Cruise Terminal is 1.3 km from the property. Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre is 2.1 km from Quarry House Luxury Retreat, while Botanical Gardens is 700 metres away. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 15 km from the property. Free WiFi is offered and free private parking is available on site. The accommodation features a satellite flat-screen TV. All units feature a kitchenette equipped with a microwave and fridge. A complimentary mini bar and towels are provided. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar.Show full description
Apartment hotel.Nice interior design. Popular among women. Old Bishop's Quarters offers 5 different and unique 1-2 bedroom apartments, within an acre of gardens, with water or mountain views. Guests enjoy free Wifi, BBQ facilities, laundry facilities and car parking with views to the River Derwent or Mount Wellington. Old Bishop's Quarters is within a 10min walk to Sandy Bay and Battery Point. It is a 5 minute drive from Hobart CBD. The Royal Yacht Club, Salamanca and University of Tasmania are all less than 15 minutes walk. Each apartment has independent access. Smart TVs and streaming facilities along with Bluetooth speakers in each apartment. Most of our guests enjoy eating out, our kitchenette provide fridge, kettle & toaster with coffee making facilities. Our larger apartments have dishwasher and microwave. BBQ is available. All bathrooms have underfloor heating.Show full description
Apartment.Great views. Studioat10 offers accommodation in Hobart, 4.4 km from Salamanca Place, the CBD (Central Business District) and Hobart Cruise Terminal. The accommodation offers water views, a spacious lounge and garden. Towels and bed linen are provided in this apartment. The nearest airport is Hobart Airport, 22 km from Studioat10. The kitchenette is fitted with a microwave, kettle and a toaster. There is a private bathroom with a shower and laundry facilities. Wrest Point Casino is within walking distance from Studioat10.Show full description
Apartment.Hip. Superb interior design. Corinda Contemporary offers stylish self-contained apartments, only 5 minutes’ walk from the restaurants, bars and cafes of Hobart CBD (Central Business District). Free off-street car parking is provided. Each apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen and laundry, spacious lounge and dining area, and a fully stocked minibar. Both apartments are air-conditioned and include gas fires for added warmth. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens are a 20-minute walk through Queen’s Domain. It is a 5-minute drive to Salamanca Place and Constitution Dock.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest, most CREATIVE AND WELL DESIGNED apartment in Hobart. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Historic. Great value. Built in 1834, this unique and elegant hotel is located in the heart of Hobart's CBD (Central Business District). Hadley's Orient Hotel is just 5 minutes' walk from Constitution Dock and the Salamanca Markets. Elizabeth St Mall, Royal Hobart Hospital and Hobart Museum are all within 400 meters of the hotel. Hadley's Hotel is 20 minutes’ drive from Hobart Airport. The heritage-listed Hadley's Orient Hotel is the oldest continuously operating boutique hotel in Tasmania. It features an atrium-style restaurant and bar and caters to different types of events, such as conferences and banquets. The classic guestrooms have been fully restored and offer a TV, tea/coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with bathtub. The Hadley's Art Prize is held annually in the custom-designed galleries at Hadley's Orient Hotel.Show full description
Apartment.Great views. The Lookout is a 2-bedroom apartment boasting magnificent views of the river, city and mountain. There is a spacious balcony off the living area. Refurbished in August, 2016, the self-contained apartment is 2 minutes' drive from beaches and the Hobart Convention and Entertainment Centre. It is 7 minutes' drive to Hobart CBD (Central Business District) and Salamanca. The kitchen has a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine. There is a seating area with a flat-screen TV, leather sofas and a dining area. Theatre Royal is 4.1 km from The Lookout, while University of Tasmania is 1.9 km away. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 16 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Very cosy. Great interior design. Popular among women. Assemblage Boutique Art B & B, a property with a garden, is located in Hobart, 3.9 km from Theatre Royal, 5.4 km from Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre, as well as 3.4 km from Government House. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Federation Concert Hall is 4 km from Assemblage Boutique Art B & B, while Maritime Museum of Tasmania is 4 km away. The nearest airport is Hobart Airport, 19 km from the accommodation. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the guest house's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Accommodation is fitted with air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom with shower, bathrobes and slippers. The guest house provides certain units with mountain views, and the units have a kettle. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. The area is popular for cycling, and free use of bicycles is available at the guest house.Show full description
I think this is one of the most COSY AND LIVELY guest houses in Hobart.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Featuring river views, Finnview House offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 8 km from Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6.1 km from Theatre Royal, and guests can benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The nearest airport is Hobart Airport, 14 km from the accommodation. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.7 km from Blundstone Arena. The bed and breakfast is fitted with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the bed and breakfast, where they can enjoy some fruits and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. If you would like to discover the area, hiking is possible in the surroundings and the bed and breakfast can arrange a car rental service. Government House is 5.6 km from Finnview House, while Botanical Gardens is 5.9 km away.Show full description
This might be one of the most CHARMING bed and breakfasts in Hobart.
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Situated in Hobart, Otago Cottage features 4-star accommodation with access to a garden and a terrace. Complimentary WiFi is provided. Mona Museum is 15 km from Otago Cottage, while Hobart Cruise Terminal is 16 km away. Hobart International Airport is 28 km from the property. No Breakfast provisions provided. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and bath. A patio with sea views is offered in every unit.Show full description
I would describe this as the most RELAXING bed and breakfast in Hobart.
Holiday Home.Great location. Featuring a garden with a barbecue, Russell House is a holiday home set in Hobart, 2.2 km from the Theatre Royal and the Hobart Cruise Terminal. The property features views of the garden. The nearest airport is Hobart International Airport, 20 km from the property. The kitchen is fitted with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in this self-catering accommodation. Wrest Point Hotel Casino and the University of Tasmania are both 1.2 km away.Show full description
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