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I have picked these establishments because they have struck me for one reason or another. I explain why they appeal to me below.

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Hobart

The Henry Jones Art Hotel
25 Hunter Street, Hobart
Tel: +61-3-6210-7700
Email: info@thehenryjones.com

Rating: 5 star

Price: From around AUD $185 for the room for the night

This accommodation in Hobart got my attention because:

• it's at Victoria Dock on Hobart's waterfront and most rooms have water views
• it's walking distance to the city's major attractions
• it showcases works of art
• it consists of converted historic warehouses and a jam factory
• it's won many awards

Somerset on Salamanca
8 Salamanca Place, Hobart
Tel: +61-3-6220-6600
Local Toll Free: 1800-766-377
Fax: +61-3-6224-1277
Email: enquiry.hobart@the-ascott.com

Rating: 4.5 star

Price: From around AUD $165 for the room for the night

This accommodation in Hobart got my attention because:

• every residence has a private balcony or courtyard
• some residences have views of Sullivans Cove and the Derwent River
• it's close to the Salamanca Markets and other city attractions
• all residences are fully self-contained serviced apartments
• it's furnished with contemporary decor and modern fittings

Wrest Point Hotel Casino
410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay
Local Toll Free: 1800 703 006
Email email@wrestpoint.com.au

Rating: 4 star

Price: From around AUD $140 for the room for the night

This accommodation got my attention because:

• it's situated right by the River Derwent
• it's a hotel-casino
• there is a variety of accommodation with views of Mt Wellington, the city of Hobart and/or harbour
• there are a number of bars and restaurants to choose from, including a revolving restaurant
• live entertainment is available right there

Clydesdale Manor 292 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay Tel: +61-3-6223-7289 Fax: +61-3-6223-2465 Email: info@clydesdalemanor.com.au Rating: 4 star Price: From around AUD $148 for the room for the night

This accommodation got my attention because:

• it's in Sandy Bay, a little "away from it all" yet just a 15 minute walk to the harbour
• it's great for a romantic getaway, being an adults-only retreat, and taking no more than 14 adults at a time
• the building is a National Trust and Heritage Council listed Georgian mansion
• it's set in a half acre of English style gardens
• it's a multi-award winning boutique property

Eaglehawk Neck

Lufra Hotel
380 Pirates Bay Drive, Eaglehawk Neck
Tel: +61-3-6250-3262
Fax: +61-3-6250-3460
Local Toll Free: 1800-639-532

Rating: 3 star

Price: From around AUD $90 for the room for the night

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This accommodation got my attention because:

• it overlooks Pirates Bay
• it's close to natural attractions such as "Devil's Kitchen", "Tasman Arch" and the famous Blowhole
• you can view historic convict relics nearby
• it's just a 20 minute drive to Port Arthur, location of Australia's premier convict site
• being part of the Best Western hotel chain, you can expect a certain standard of accommodation

Bruny Island

Bruny Island Explorers Cottages
20 Lighthouse Road, Lunawanna
Tel: +61-3-6293-1271
Fax: +61-3-6293-1271
Mobile: +61-427-931-271

Rating: 3 star

Price: From around AUD $145 for the room for the night

This accommodation got my attention because:

• it's on Bruny Island, which I found to be a very special place
• the cottages are self-contained and have log fires
• it overlooks Daniels Bay and is close to the South Bruny National Park, the Neck beach and the Cape Bruny lighthouse
• there's a boat ramp and jetty close by
• it's won a number of awards

Port Arthur

Stewarts Bay Lodge
6955 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur
Tel: +61-3-6250-2888
Fax: +61-3-6250-2999

Rating: 4.5 star

Price: From around AUD $155 for the room for the night

This accommodation got my attention because:

• it's situated next to a beach, a forest, the ocean, a national park and Port Arthur Historic Site
• there are stunning water views
• there are 22 acres of protected bush land with abundant wildlife
• all cabins are fully self contained
• you get to enjoy activities like walking, snorkeling and cruising (all of which I love)

Please note that the above is not the only accommodation in Hobart and the south. I just wanted to provide a page that could at least be a starting point for you in your search for accommodation in Hobart and the south of Tasmania.