Taking inspiration from the colours of the Freycinet Peninsula, Saffire cleverly blends its unique modern design seamlessly with the natural environment. A member of Luxury Lodges of Australia, it’s intimate and innovative, with stone and timber flanking huge glass windows that showcase the stunning views. There’s also fine dining, premium spa facilities and exemplary service – all within the concept of sustainability. Dining options emphasise fresh local produce, with seasonal degustation menus, à la carte cuisine and tailor-made service with incredible views from the two-tier restaurant, Palate, while the cool 1950s-inspired Lounge provides a relaxing space to enjoy a cocktail or nightcap. And a whole host of unforgettable experiences are included; from adventure activities such as kayaking and mountain biking to guided walks in the Freycinet Peninsula, wine tasting, and a visit to a working oyster farm – where you’ll be required to don a pair of waders to sample freshly shucked oysters. The 20 sleek suites are beautifully appointed, with Tasmanian timber furnishings and fittings. All feature an iPod dock, Wi-Fi, floor-to-ceiling windows, double shower and bath, and terrace with fantastic views. If you enjoy taking a dip, opt for one of the Private Pavilions with private plunge pool.
Set on Hobart's historic waterfront, this boutique hotel is named after Henry Jones, who ultimately became one of Tasmania’s biggest employers. The contemporary artwork featured throughout the hotel marries well with the architecture, Landscape Restaurant Bar & Grill offers the best of local cuisine and the stylish rooms have atrium or harbour views.
Combining the service of a hotel with the convenience of an apartment, the charming Sebel is superbly sited in the heart of historic Launceston. Market Square Restaurant & Bar offers seasonal local fare and an extensive list of Tasmanian wines. The spacious apartments each feature a kitchenette or full kitchen and a balcony.
On the edge of the spectacular Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, this hotel is an excellent base for experiencing the rugged nature of Tasmania. Each room is comfortably furnished and has its own small balcony so you can instantly step outside to the sounds and scents of the surrounding wilderness. Wildlife sightings here are common – look out for pademelon, a small marsupial that resembles a miniature kangaroo, and the short-beaked echidna, a timid relative of the platypus with hedgehog-like spines. Deluxe Spa Rooms include a large corner spa bath for a long soak after a day of walking. And staying in the wild certainly doesn’t mean you are restricted with food options. Seasonal dishes at the Altitude Restaurant are beyond what you might expect in a national park, and the Hot Rocks Experience presents Tasmanian tasting plates on a hot stone for a flavour of this wild country. Avid photographers and artists can look for inspiration in the Wilderness Gallery, with free access for hotel guests to the Tasmanian wilderness beautifully captured in different art forms. Tasmania offers some of the most impressive natural phenomenon in Australia and at Cradle Mountain Hotel, you are in the best place to explore it all. All year round, the nearby Dove Lake is hemmed with forests and mountains which provide ample walking trails from a leisurely meander along the lake to epic alpine tracks for the keenest of walkers.
These contemporary loft-style apartments have a waterfront setting in an award-winning renovated 1930s pier building with beautiful views of the River Derwent and Sullivans Cove. A number of shops, restaurants and attractions are right on your doorstep. Apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi and harbour views.
The Henry Jones Art Hotel, Hobart
The Sebel Launceston
Cradle Mountain Hotel
Somerset on the Pier, Hobart
