How to Find Hotels in Hobart, Australia

Hobart is the capital of Tasmania, or Tassie as the locals call it, and it's the second oldest city in Australia. This small river town is steeped in history, offers plenty of tourist attractions, and was named one of the three most photogenic cities in the world.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• A valid passport
• A computer with Internet access for making reservations

Plan Your Trip

1. Take a guided walking tour of Old Hobart Town. Explore stately manors, tour the Royal Tennis building and meander through St. David's Park.
2. Enjoy a sunny afternoon at Seven Mile Beach. Stop by the golf course, ride horseback on the beach and finish the day by throwing some shrimp on the barbie.
3. Exlore the Sullivan's Cove district for world renowned arts and crafts galleries and fine dining. Enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables every Saturday at the Salamanca Market.
4. Sample the suds at Cascade Brewery, the oldest brewery in Australia.
5. Treat yourself to a guided tour of the Cadbury Chocolate factory in the suburbs of Claremont.
6. Explore the 13.5 hectare Royal Tasmanian Botanic Gardens. Enjoy the view of the River Derwent, and stare in awe at the collection of mature conifers.

Choose Your Accommodations

7. Check out the hostels on Liverpool Street, Barrack Street and Collins Street. Choose from dorm style accommodations starting under $20 a night or double private rooms starting at around $40 a night.
8. Compare bed and breakfast accommodations in historic homes near the riverfront and quaint cottages in the Battery Point District. Keep in mind rates run for around $150 for a standard room and up to $250 or more for a spa room.
9. Explore your options in hotels in the Central Business District for easy access to tourist attractions. Motels in North Hobart offer a quiet escape from the city.
10. Take the family on an outdoor adventure by staying at Seven Mile Beach Cabin and Caravan Park, Hobart's only campground, featuring sites for tents and rustic beachside cabins.
11. Rent a home or apartment and make Hobart your central location for exploring Tasmania. Select from 2 bedroom cottages on Atlas Drive and Collins Street, luxury apartments like a penthouse suite on Evans Street or a 2 bedroom unit on Creswells Row.
12. Book accommodations by calling touristaustralia.com at 1 800 170 100 (Australia Freecall), 011 ([phone] (from inside the US), 00 ([phone] (from outside the US), or by visiting the link below in Additional Resources.