This hotel is located on the harbor and is within walking distance of lots of shops and restaurants…read morein the harbor area, as well as the Saturday morning market. I highly recommend requesting a harbor view room, the sights and sounds are lovely. This hotel offers history tours and every room has a tribute to a historical person of Tasmania. The lighting and decor create a modern and darkly elegant atmosphere. The room was very spacious, with a large bathroom that had heated floors in front of the mirror. There was a bathtub and separate shower and a very large closet area. They offered all amenities you would need and had a nice selection of snacks and drinks, and the bed was very comfortable. This hotel has a downstairs restaurant as well as a tapas restaurant located right next door. They offer a exercise room as well as a self serve laundry or hotel dry cleaning service. But the star service at this hotel are the people. Everyone we met was amazingly kind, attentive and helpful. That service made this a 5 star hotel!

We arrived in Hobart in the middle of summer and stayed at the MACq 01 Hotel. I was stunned by the…read morebeautiful layout and architecture that really blends characteristics of the wharf but also that of the natural environment of Tasmania. Walk into the lobby and you'll instantly understand what I'm talking about! There's a beautiful lounge area that allows for guests to grab an afternoon drink. Order from their bar menu and you can get some incredibly savory treats. The charcuterie board was my favorite. Their wine lists feature a lot of local wines and Tasmanian wine is among the best. After checking in, you can take the elevator upstairs to your rooms. Unfortunately they don't air condition the public space but they keep the windows open on both sides. That allows a breeze to come through on either side. However once you step into the room, you can control the thermostat yourself. Each room features a Tasmanian individual. Read about their biography on your door and familiarize yourself with some Tasmanian history! Inside, the rooms are modern, spacious and comfortable eliciting the same response you probably had when you first walked into the lobby. Love the wood they use to decorate and really makes you feel at peace as you stay there. The tap water is safe to drink and much better tasting than anything you can get in the US! The hotel itself is just a 10 min walk to the Salamanca market and about a 15 min walk to anything else downtown in Hobart. There are many restaurants and art galleries around for those looking to take home some local souvenirs. The hotel is also fund raising for the bush fires so you can purchase a plush koala, wombat or tassie devil and all the money goes to charities helping with the ramifications of the wild fires. Internet is available here but really slow and difficult to connect to (encourages you to get out of your room and actually explore Tasmania). I really enjoyed my stay here in Hobart and I look forward to any future opportunities to travel here again!

Wonderful stay in The Tasman. Its central location made it easy for us to walk (or easily drive) to…read morethe top destinations in the area. Loved the water front views from our room. The rooms are geared up in tech for lights, heating, and curtains. Nice that you don't have to get out of bed to turn anything off. Shower was hot with rain and hand held spouts. Thick fluffy towels. Lotion, dental kits, ... they had anything you might need. Beds were comfy. Loved the down pillows and comforter. Slept well. We used the valet parking which allows you to take your car any number of times during the days. We never waited long. Staff was outstanding. So helpful and welcoming. Great upscale experience.

We stayed at the Tasman during our trip to Hobart. Great location steps away from Salamanca markets…read moreand the piers. The building is one of the renovated heritage buildings and the rooms are beautifully furnished and very comfortable. Great staff all around and the restaurant on site was also excellent. Would be happy to stay here again if we come back to Hobart.

Salamanca Place itself consists of rows of sandstone buildings, formerly warehouses for the port of…read moreHobart Town that have since been converted into restaurants, galleries, craft shops and offices. It was named after the victory in 1812 of the Duke of Wellington in the Battle of Salamanca in the Spanish province of Salamanca. It was previously called "The Cottage Green". The square was built in the 1990's with a centerpiece fountain & lawns. There are alleyways & several adjacent squares built during the whaling industry boom. The Salamanca Market, which is popular with tourists and locals, every Saturday morning. The markets are ranked as one of the most popular tourist attractions visited each year. The square is also popular after dark with both locals and visitors enjoying bars & eateries located there and the nearby wharves.

Nice row of shops; chocolate shop is deliciously tempting, unique toy shop, lovely one of a kind…read morejewelry, news agent, grocery store and restaurants. Historical area, pretty location with greenbelt and park, nearby walk up Kelly's Stairs to Battery Point. Saturday is Market Day and this area is transformed with many vendors selling wares made in Tasmania. I bought wooden spoons from LeeWood (buy 6 get one free) a great souvenir to bring home for friends, especially since wood crafting is associated with Tassie.

The Islington is about a 25 minute walk from the centre of Hobart and you're transported to a…read moreRegent English manor - a place where the royals would probably holiday. It's got that country charm with manicured gardens, eclectic collection of museum quality artworks and graphic interior which could easily be in Vogue. Dinner is for house guests only, so luckily we were able to secure an invite by some friends. We were treated to a private dinner in the library (minus Colonel Mustard and the candlestick), however not before having a drink in the lounge. The menu offered home style cooking with the focus on local and seasonal produce and extensive wine list. I opted for the freshly made gnocchi with tomato sugo and parmesan crisps and the super rich chocolate an forest berry ice-cream salad to end a very indulgent night. The Islington makes you feel completely at home (we even spied a couple in there bath robes eating!). It's open plan design with a recently contemporary renovation in the rooms downstairs, it truly is the epitome of luxe!

After endless delays out of Sydney, we finally arrived in Tasmania and to the Islington well past…read moremidnight! This is not your typical hotel that has a check-in desk...it's more like a B&B. The overnight manager greeted us in her robe and led us to our room. Since it was so late we just went straight to our room and eventually missed out on the story and tour of the hotel. Our room faced the back garden with a wonderful view. I loved that their bathroom is stocked with Aesop products. The big downside is that it is far from everything. We ended up walking to and back from Templo, which I really didn't mind since I grew up in San Francisco and is used to walking up and down a ton of hills, but it can be inconvenient. The breakfast here is great and my hubby loves the cafe lattes here! They recently brought on a new head chef who was previously at Saffire, so I'm sure the food is going to get even better than it already is!

A stylish hotel in a refurbished old sandstone warehouse and jam factory down on the dock. We…read morestayed for three nights at the end of January-a busy time in Tassie. Pros: -really liked the look and feel of the building and spaces-a cool mix of old and new.. our room on 2nd (really third) and top floor-213- had exposed ancient beams and a metal roof above the soaring ceiling -location in the center of the harbor was a plus with lots of restaurants nearby -I slept well in the firm comfortable bed with great pillows -the quiet, powerful AC got the room nice and cool and was controlled by an intuitive, straightforward thermostat -we had breakfast included in our rate and the buffet included a choice of hot items-my wife like the avo toast with poached eggs and the waffle with fresh seasonable raspberry was also nice -the staff is very helpful and friendly -on-site hotel restaurants and IXL bar were quite nice Opportunities: -our room included breakfast but the 7 am start was a bit late for us one morning -power access by the bed for charging gadgets was limited in our room to a plug in the headboard of the bed-far from ideal spot -Wi-Fi in our room and lobby was rather weak and slow -room was quite dark overall Bottom line: this is a unique and beautiful hotel in a great location with a great staff. While Wi-Fi was well below today's standards, the rooms are clean, comfortable and well appointed. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

Thank you to April and The Henry Jones Art Hotel for the amazing stay at your home in Hobart…read more From the time we arrived and welcomed by the team, to a welcome letter in our room from the general manager, local homemade chocolates, teas, honey in our loft, we were fortunate to stay in one of their loft rooms, right off the courtyard. We enjoyed exploring the property - an old jam factory, to 500 pieces of art throughout the hotel. And then to April for everything she took care of seamlessly for our stay, coordinating a local winery tour, tickets and ferry to MONA - everything was perfect for our stay. Truly one of the best hotels I've stayed in the world!

Spacious and clean room-- there aren't many frills here but for the price (about $200 a night) and…read morethe location (right in Salamanca Square/Battery Point) you would be hard pressed to find something better for the price. The room comes with a kitchenette as well, and there's a grocery store around the corner if you want to eat breakfast/have snacks in your room. Two minutes walk to lots of great restaurants and shops and about a ten minute walk into the CBD. I'd definitely stay here again!

After flying 26+ hours on multiple planes and taking a bus to my hotel, I was praying to find a…read moreclean, spacious, quiet place to rest my head and Salamanca Inn did not disappoint. It's in the perfect spot for nightlife and shopping, and reasonably priced. I joked with friends that I wish I could trade my 1-br apartment at home for the room I stayed in. When I had some trouble the next morning meeting up with my tour, the reception staffer was incredibly helpful - she went above and beyond. Highly recommend this hotel for a pleasant stay in the heart of town.

1. Thicker walls (can hear other guests conversations and other) - invest in EAR PLUGS!!!…read more 2. Hear water running through AC and restroom 3. Insulation is not good during winter season. Outdoor air comes in. COLD! 4. Driving in to take a parking ticket is difficult with the narrow turns and spacing of ticket booth

Pros: Great location…read morenear Salamanca Sqaure Clean and large room Laundry room Views Lots of electrical outlets Extra heater Electric blanket Cons: Bed wasn't all the comfortable Horrible soundproofing

Most impressed by this lovely place in central Hobart, Tasmania…read more I was taken away by the hosts and their helpfulness and the accommodation is just beautiful in a old world setting. Antiques everywhere... or reproductions for the keen eye. The bedrooms have all the mod cons but still with beautiful period decor. Breakfast is very filling. There is fresh fruit salad, ham, cheese, warm boiled eggs. Cereals, croissants/jam, different breads for toast and tea / coffee.

We stayed here for a couple nights while exploring Hobart, Port Arthur and Mount Wellington. It…read morewas a very comfortable room and they have a beautiful tea (or is it a Port?) room. It was nice to hang out and meet other travelers from all over the world. The owners are down to earth and helpful, though the guy is a bit rough around the edge - when I asked him what restaurant he recommends, he was almost defensive and said that he prefer pubs- it made for an awkward moment!

I would highly recommend this hotel. It is outstanding value, the rooms have been refurbished and…read morelook like new. Excellent housekeeping, large flat screen tv, and impressive clean rooms. The buffet breakfast is outstanding value @ $11 each for an excellent choice. To make it better there is free parking just outside, and bathroom is a lot better than a lot of 5 star hotels! This hotel is worth a 5 star rating hands down! Excellent value and excellent customer service!

Funky pub style hotel…read more While shared bathrooms per floor (no en suite rooms), bathrooms were clean, bright and inviting. Showers were large with plenty of hot water. Rooms are basic, with mini fridge, hanging space and bed. Heaps of accessible power points. Fun 'public space' with bar and coffee machine. Amazingly central location, with pubs, restaurants and retail all close by. Salamanca a ten minute stroll, close to skybus stop 5. Def not a luxury hotel, but loved my stay!

I chose Alabama Hotel for my last accommodation in Tasmania. It's a quirky hotel with some vintage…read moredecoration. Alabama Hotel is located so close to Woolworths, where I bought my snack supplies from. I parked my car at the 24 hr parking place which was about 5 minutes walk from the hotel. As I walked up the stairs at the hotel, I could see some hanging flamingos and a cafe. The reception desk was located inside the cafe area. Alamaba Hotel also has a balcony with some tables and chairs to hang out at. I was given a handmade soap and a towel, enough amenities for my two days stay. They also prepare free water at the corridor that I could bring to my room. The room was really cozy with a heater, fan, and a working desk. One of the most important things for me is the number of power points that a hotel room has. I comfortably charged my power bank, camera and phone at the same time! I was incredibly grateful for electricity and free Wi-Fi that they provided. The shared bathroom was spotless and most of the time I didn't have to share it with other people. Mind you, it was an off peak season when I was there. Alabama Hotel is an excellent place for staycation around Hobart area and provided a comfortable stay for a budget hotel. It's one of people's favorite places to stay when there's music or food festival in Tasmania. Just make sure to book in advance to secure your spot.