The best hotels in Hobart
Hobart has 8,000+ places to stay across a city that punches well above its size, and picking wrong means you're stuck somewhere dull when Salamanca, Battery Point, and the waterfront are right there. We reviewed the standouts. These 10 made the cut.
Our Top Picks in Hobart
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Motel Mayfair on Collins
North Hobart, Hobart
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Travelodge Hotel Hobart
Waterfront, Hobart
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The Marque Hotel Hobart
Sandy Bay, Hobart
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Customs House Hotel
Salamanca, Hobart
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Henry Jones Art Hotel
Hunter Street Waterfront, Hobart
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Lenna of Hobart
Battery Point, Hobart
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The Henry Jones Art Hotel Luxury Suite
Hunter Street Waterfront, Hobart
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Islington Hotel
South Hobart, Hobart
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All Hotels Compared
Side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right hotel. Prices reflect shoulder season averages.
| # | Hotel | City & Area | Price/Night | Score | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hobart Central YHA | CBD, Hobart | $45–85/night | 7.8/10 | Budget Pick |
| 2 | Motel Mayfair on Collins | North Hobart, Hobart | $79–110/night | 7.5/10 | Best Value |
| 3 | Travelodge Hotel Hobart | Waterfront, Hobart | $105–160/night | 7.9/10 | Most Popular |
| 4 | Quest Savoy Hobart | CBD, Hobart | $120–180/night | 8.1/10 | Business Pick |
| 5 | The Marque Hotel Hobart | Sandy Bay, Hobart | $130–195/night | 8.3/10 | Hidden Gem |
| 6 | Customs House Hotel | Salamanca, Hobart | $145–210/night | 8.5/10 | Best Location |
| 7 | Henry Jones Art Hotel | Hunter Street Waterfront, Hobart | $175–245/night | 9/10 | Top Rated |
| 8 | Lenna of Hobart | Battery Point, Hobart | $185–240/night | 8.6/10 | Romantic Stay |
| 9 | The Henry Jones Art Hotel Luxury Suite | Hunter Street Waterfront, Hobart | $280–420/night | 9.2/10 | Luxury Pick |
| 10 | Islington Hotel | South Hobart, Hobart | $310–480/night | 9.4/10 | Top Rated |
Why These Hotels Made Our List
Every hotel earned its spot. Here's exactly why we picked each one.
Hobart Central YHA
This hostel sits on Argyle Street right in the heart of the city, walking distance to Salamanca Place and the waterfront. Private rooms are compact but clean, and the shared kitchen is well-equipped for self-catering. The common areas get lively at night, so light sleepers should bring earplugs. Staff are genuinely helpful with local recommendations. Good value for solo travelers watching their budget.
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Motel Mayfair on Collins
Located on Collins Street in North Hobart, this motel is a short drive from the CBD and close to the restaurant strip on Elizabeth Street. Rooms are straightforward motel-style, nothing fancy, but they are spacious and well-maintained. Free parking is a genuine bonus in this city. Breakfast is not included but there are good cafes within a five-minute walk. Solid choice for budget travelers who prefer privacy over hostel living.
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Travelodge Hotel Hobart
This Travelodge sits on the edge of Sullivan's Cove, putting you within a short walk of the Salamanca Market and the MONA ferry terminal. Rooms are consistent and reliable, exactly what you expect from this chain. The higher floors offer decent water views over the Derwent River. Check-in is efficient and the lobby bar is convenient after a long travel day. A dependable mid-range pick with a genuinely strong location.
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Quest Savoy Hobart
Quest Savoy is on Murray Street, positioned well for both business visitors and tourists exploring the city center. The apartment-style rooms come with full kitchens, which makes longer stays much more comfortable. Beds are firm and the bathrooms are modern with good water pressure. The building has a heritage exterior that blends into the surrounding streetscape nicely. Good for anyone staying more than a couple of nights.
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The Marque Hotel Hobart
Situated in Sandy Bay along Sandy Bay Road, this hotel is a quieter alternative to staying in the busy CBD. The rooms are generously sized and decorated with a clean, understated aesthetic. The Sandy Bay waterfront is walkable from here and the casino is just up the road. A complimentary continental breakfast is included and it is genuinely good. Worth considering if you prefer a calmer base.
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Customs House Hotel
The Customs House sits right on Murray Street Pier at the waterfront, steps from Salamanca Place and the weekend market. The pub downstairs is a Hobart institution with good local beer on tap and reliable pub food. Upstairs rooms have been renovated and are far more polished than the exterior suggests. Noise from the bar can carry on weekends, so ask for a room at the back. The location really is hard to beat in this city.
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Henry Jones Art Hotel
Built into a converted IXL jam factory on Hunter Street, this is genuinely one of the most distinctive hotels in Australia. Original industrial ironwork and sandstone walls are preserved throughout, and rotating artworks from Tasmanian artists cover almost every surface. The restaurant, The Source, is excellent and worth booking even if you are not a guest. Rooms vary quite a bit in size and layout, so check the floor plan before booking. A Hobart stay here is hard to forget.
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Lenna of Hobart
Lenna sits on Runnymede Street in Battery Point, one of Hobart's oldest and most attractive neighborhoods. The building is a Victorian mansion dating to the 1870s, with well-preserved period detail throughout the common areas. Rooms in the heritage wing have more character than the newer addition but vary in size. The in-house restaurant is a reliable dinner option and the garden courtyard is a pleasant spot for a morning coffee. A good pick for couples looking for some atmosphere.
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The Henry Jones Art Hotel Luxury Suite
The premium suites at Henry Jones on Hunter Street occupy the upper floors of the historic IXL complex with direct views over Sullivan's Cove and the Derwent River. Rooms are large, thoughtfully designed, and packed with original art commissioned specifically for this property. The service level is a step above most hotels in Tasmania, with staff who are attentive without being intrusive. In-room amenities are genuinely high-end and the bed quality is exceptional. Worth every dollar for a special occasion.
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Islington Hotel
The Islington is a boutique luxury property on Davey Street in South Hobart, set in a Regency-style mansion with Mount Wellington as the backdrop. Only 11 rooms exist in the entire property, which makes it feel more like a private residence than a hotel. The antique-furnished common rooms and carefully curated art collection set it apart from anything else in the city. Breakfast is included and cooked to order, served in a dining room with garden views. This is the finest small hotel in Tasmania.
Check AvailabilityWhere to Stay in Hobart
The neighborhood you pick matters more than the hotel.
First time in Hobart? Stay on or near the waterfront
Hunter Street and the area around Elizabeth Street Pier is where Hobart clicks into focus. You're walking distance from Salamanca Place, Constitution Dock, and the MONA Ferry at Brooke Street Pier. The Henry Jones Art Hotel sits right here and is genuinely one of the best-located hotels in Australia.
If the Henry Jones is out of budget, Travelodge Hobart on the waterfront gives you a similar address for significantly less. Don't overthink your first Hobart trip. Get a room near the water, walk to Salamanca on Saturday morning for the market, and sort the rest from there.
Battery Point: Hobart's most charming neighborhood
Battery Point is the old maritime village that sits just uphill from Salamanca Place, and it's the kind of neighborhood that makes people extend their trip. Runnymede Street and Arthur Circus are lined with Georgian cottages, and the whole area is about an 8-minute walk from the Salamanca Market on Saturdays.
Lenna of Hobart is the only vetted property in Battery Point, and it earns its Romantic Stay badge. The heritage building dates to 1874, the rooms have actual character, and you're close enough to Salamanca to stumble back after dinner at Fico or Templo.
How to do Hobart on a budget without staying somewhere miserable
Hobart Central YHA on Argyle Street in the CBD is the budget benchmark here. At $45-85/night you get a clean, well-run hostel that's a 10-minute walk from Salamanca and 5 minutes from Franklin Square. The common areas are better than you'd expect.
Motel Mayfair on Collins in North Hobart is the other smart budget move. It sits on Collins Street near the restaurant strip, and a Metro Tasmania bus gets you to the waterfront in under 15 minutes. Don't splash out on a waterfront hotel just to eat cheap. stay here, save the money, and spend it at Frank Restaurant or Criterion Street Café instead.
Hobart for business travelers: what actually works
Quest Savoy on Elizabeth Street in the CBD is the practical pick. Apartment-style rooms, reasonable rates at $120-180/night, and you're a 5-minute walk from the Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre on Davey Street. The kitchenette situation is genuinely useful if you're staying more than 3 nights.
If your company card has room to breathe, upgrade to the Henry Jones Art Hotel on Hunter Street. Meetings over breakfast at the IXL Long Room carry a different weight, and the hotel's position on the waterfront means clients are always impressed before you've said a word.
Splurging in Hobart: what the luxury end actually gets you
Islington Hotel in South Hobart is the most exclusive address in the city. Twelve rooms in a Regency-period mansion on Davey Street, with kunanyi/Mount Wellington as the backdrop. At $310-480/night you get a full cooked breakfast, a private garden, and zero kids underfoot.
The Henry Jones Art Hotel Luxury Suite on Hunter Street is the waterfront alternative, at $280-420/night. The building is a converted IXL jam factory with exposed timber and original brickwork, and the suites are genuinely stunning. Both properties justify their prices. Pick based on whether you want bushland serenity or harbour energy.
Hobart seasonal guide: when to go and what to expect
Summer (December-February) is peak season with temperatures hitting 22-25°C and hotels running at capacity. The Taste of Tasmania festival at Princes Wharf runs late December, and the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race fleet arrives around December 28. Book 10+ weeks ahead or pay premium rates.
Winter in Hobart is underrated. Dark Mofo in June turns the city into a genuinely wild cultural event, MONA opens its cellars, and you'll find hotel rates 30-40% lower than summer peak. Pack layers: temps drop to 3-8°C overnight, but the crisp air and long evenings in the North Hobart restaurant strip are hard to beat.
Hobart's best neighborhoods
Start with the waterfront or Salamanca if this is your first trip. Battery Point is the most charming neighborhood in the city, and staying there puts you 10 minutes from everything that matters.
Waterfront & Salamanca 3 vetted hotels The best address in Hobart, and everyone knows it.
The best address in Hobart, and everyone knows it.
The stretch from Hunter Street down to Salamanca Place is the core of Hobart's appeal. Constitution Dock, the Saturday market, and the best restaurants in Tasmania are all within a 10-minute walk of each other. Staying here means you wake up and you're already in the middle of it.
The Henry Jones Art Hotel on Hunter Street is the crown jewel: a converted jam factory with harbour views and rooms that genuinely earn their rates. Travelodge Hobart and Customs House Hotel round out the options at different price points, with Customs House sitting directly on the Salamanca strip for unbeatable access.
Rates here run $105-245/night for standard rooms, climbing higher for suites. Worth every dollar for a short stay. If you're here for a week and budget is a concern, base yourself here for the first few nights, then move to North Hobart to stretch your money.
CBD 2 vetted hotels Practical, central, and underrated by travellers who overlook it.
Practical, central, and underrated by travellers who overlook it.
The CBD sits between the waterfront and North Hobart and gives you fast access to both without paying Salamanca prices. Elizabeth Street is the main artery, and Franklin Square is the green heart of it. Quest Savoy and Hobart Central YHA both live here, covering opposite ends of the budget spectrum.
Quest Savoy on Elizabeth Street is the business traveler's obvious move: apartment-style rooms, a short walk to the Hobart Convention and Exhibition Centre, and mid-range rates that make expense reports less painful. Hobart Central YHA on Argyle Street is the opposite: dorms and privates from $45/night, well-run, and 5 minutes from everywhere.
The CBD isn't glamorous in the way Salamanca is, but it's genuinely convenient. And it means you're paying for a room to sleep in, not for the address on the invoice.
Battery Point & Sandy Bay 2 vetted hotels Hobart's most atmospheric neighborhoods, just uphill from the action.
Hobart's most atmospheric neighborhoods, just uphill from the action.
Battery Point is a proper village inside a city. Georgian architecture, cobblestone laneways near Arthur Circus, and a genuinely local character that the waterfront can't replicate. It's a 10-minute walk down Kelly Street to Salamanca Place, and the uphill return keeps things interesting after a long dinner.
Lenna of Hobart on Runnymede Street is the only hotel worth your attention in Battery Point, and it's a good one. The 1874 mansion conversion is done right: heritage rooms with real period detail, not the kind of 'heritage' that just means dated carpet. Sandy Bay neighbors it to the south with The Marque Hotel, a quieter option worth considering for longer stays.
Sandy Bay Road runs through both neighborhoods and connects them to the city. A bus ($3.80 Metro Tasmania fare) or a 25-minute walk gets you downtown. Rates across both areas run $130-240/night, which undercuts the waterfront for comparable or better room quality.
North Hobart 1 vetted hotel The local's pick for eating well without tourist prices.
The local's pick for eating well without tourist prices.
North Hobart's Elizabeth Street restaurant strip is one of the best in Australia for its size. Ethos Eat Drink, Pilgrim Coffee, and a rotating cast of independent restaurants make this the neighborhood locals actually choose for dinner. Staying here puts you in the thick of it.
Motel Mayfair on Collins sits on Collins Street and is the main vetted option here. At $79-110/night it's the Best Value pick in the entire guide, and it earns that badge. The rooms are clean, the location is walkable to the restaurant strip, and the Metro Tasmania bus gets you to the CBD in under 10 minutes.
This isn't a glamorous neighborhood and it doesn't pretend to be. But the savings versus Salamanca rates are real. often $80-120/night less. and the food options within walking distance are genuinely better than most tourist zones in the city.
South Hobart 1 vetted hotel Quiet, refined, and home to the most exclusive hotel in Tasmania.
Quiet, refined, and home to the most exclusive hotel in Tasmania.
South Hobart is residential and calm, sitting at the foot of kunanyi/Mount Wellington on Davey Street. It's not a nightlife neighborhood. But Islington Hotel here is one of the finest small hotels in Australia, and the surrounding area suits it perfectly.
Islington Hotel is a 12-room Regency mansion with manicured gardens, a full cooked breakfast included, and mountain views that make waking up feel like a reward. At $310-480/night it targets a specific traveler: one who values privacy, quality, and the absence of lobby foot traffic.
The CBD is about 15 minutes walk north along Davey Street, or a short drive. A taxi from here to Salamanca runs about $12-15. Not a neighborhood for everyone, but exactly right for the guest who knows what they want.
Best Areas by Vibe
Tell us how you travel and we'll point you to the right part of Hobart.
Romantic
Battery Point on Runnymede Street is Hobart's most genuinely romantic address. Georgian cottages, harbor glimpses, and Salamanca restaurants 8 minutes downhill on foot.
Culture
The Hunter Street waterfront precinct is where culture concentrates, with the Henry Jones Art Hotel, MONA ferry at Brooke Street Pier, and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery all within 15 minutes walk.
Family
The CBD around Franklin Square gives families space and central access without overpaying. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens in the Domain are a 20-minute walk from Elizabeth Street.
Budget
North Hobart's Elizabeth Street corridor keeps costs down while keeping quality up. Motel Mayfair on Collins at $79-110/night is surrounded by some of the best independent restaurants in the city.
Beach
Sandy Bay is Hobart's waterfront residential neighborhood with the closest beach access, about 4km from the CBD along Sandy Bay Road.
Foodie
Salamanca Place and the streets immediately around it are Tasmania's food epicenter, with Fico, Templo, and the Saturday Salamanca Market all within a 5-minute walk of the waterfront hotels.
Location Quality
Is the neighborhood walkable? Are restaurants, shops, and attractions within 10 minutes on foot? How does it feel after dark? We evaluate safety, public transport access, and whether the area has genuine local character or just tourist traps. A hotel in the wrong neighborhood ruins a trip. That's why location carries the most weight.
Value for Money
We compare what you pay against what you get. A €150 hotel with a great location, clean rooms, and helpful staff can outscore a €500 hotel with fancy amenities in a bad area. We factor in seasonal pricing, cancellation policies, and hidden costs like tourist tax and breakfast surcharges. The goal is finding the best ratio, not the lowest price.
Guest Experience
We analyze thousands of verified guest reviews across multiple platforms, looking for patterns rather than individual complaints. Consistent praise for cleanliness, staff, and room quality counts. We also assess the intangibles: does the hotel have character? Would you recommend it to a friend? A soul-less chain hotel with perfect facilities still loses to a well-run boutique with personality.
When to Visit Hobart
When to visit Hobart and what to pay.
Summer (Dec-Feb)
This is Hobart at its most electric and most expensive. The Taste of Tasmania festival runs late December at Princes Wharf, and the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race fleet arrives around December 28, filling the waterfront completely. Book 10+ weeks ahead or expect to pay 50-60% above standard rates.
Autumn (Mar-May)
March to May is the most underrated window to visit Hobart. Temperatures stay comfortable at 10-20°C, the summer crowds thin, and hotel rates drop 20-30% from peak. MONA keeps running its full program, and Salamanca is actually enjoyable without the December crush.
Winter (Jun-Aug)
Winter Hobart is cold: overnight lows drop to 3-5°C and kunanyi/Mount Wellington regularly gets snow. But Dark Mofo in June is one of Australia's most genuinely strange and compelling festivals, and it draws a crowd that knows what it wants. Hotel rates outside festival week are the lowest of the year, often $75-130/night for properties that charge double in summer.
Spring (Sep-Nov)
Spring is Hobart finding its feet after winter, with temperatures climbing from 8°C in September to a pleasant 18°C by November. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens are worth visiting in October when the tulip display peaks. Rates are moderate at $90-250/night, and you get the city largely to yourself before the December surge.
Booking Tips for Hobart
Insider tips for booking hotels in Hobart.
Book 10+ weeks ahead for Dark Mofo and Taste of Tasmania
These two events. Dark Mofo in June and Taste of Tasmania in late December. fill Hobart's waterfront hotels within days of rooms going live. We've seen the Henry Jones Art Hotel sell out 12 weeks before Dark Mofo opens. If your dates overlap with either festival, book the moment you confirm travel, not when you start packing.
The MONA Ferry is the right way to get there
Don't bother with a taxi or Uber to MONA in Glenorchy. the ferry from Brooke Street Pier is $25 return and takes 25 minutes on the Derwent River. It's a genuine experience, not just transport. Departs daily at set times, so check the schedule at mona.net.au before you plan your day.
Salamanca Market is Saturday-only
This sounds obvious but we've seen it trip people up more than once. The Salamanca Market on Salamanca Place runs every Saturday, 8:30am-3pm, and it genuinely transforms the neighborhood. If you're in Hobart any other day, you'll find the square significantly quieter. Plan your waterfront stay to include at least one Saturday.
Central Hobart is smaller than it looks on a map
The walk from Hobart Central YHA on Argyle Street to Salamanca Place takes about 10 minutes. Battery Point to the waterfront is 8-12 minutes depending on which street you take. Don't pay a premium for a 'closer to Salamanca' hotel unless you've specifically verified the walking time. the city is compact enough that most central options work fine.
Hire a car for kunanyi/Mount Wellington and the Huon Valley
Hobart itself is walkable, but a car opens up the best of Tasmania: kunanyi/Mount Wellington summit (1,271m, 45 minutes from the CBD), Bruny Island via the Kettering ferry, and the Huon Valley apple country to the south. Daily car hire from Hobart Airport runs $55-90/day. Pick up on arrival rather than in the CBD. you won't need it in the city itself.
North Hobart restaurant strip closes early by mainland standards
Elizabeth Street's restaurant strip in North Hobart is fantastic, but most kitchens stop taking tables by 9:30pm. If you're used to late dining in Sydney or Melbourne, adjust expectations. Book your table at Ethos Eat Drink or Pilgrim Coffee by 7pm, finish by 9pm, and you'll have a great night. Arrive at 8:30pm expecting a table and you'll be disappointed.
Hotels in Hobart — FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking hotels in Hobart.
What's the best neighborhood to stay in Hobart?
Salamanca and the waterfront are the sweet spot for most visitors. You're within 5 minutes walk of Salamanca Place, Constitution Dock, and the ferry to MONA. Battery Point is a step quieter but just as well located, and it's genuinely beautiful in a way that most Hobart neighborhoods aren't.
How much does a hotel in Hobart cost per night?
Budget beds at places like Hobart Central YHA run $45-85/night. Mid-range hotels in the CBD or waterfront sit at $105-210/night. Luxury properties like Islington Hotel in South Hobart hit $310-480/night, and they're worth it if you can stretch.
Is Hobart safe to walk around at night?
Generally, yes. Salamanca Place and the waterfront around Elizabeth Street Pier are well-lit and busy most evenings. North Hobart along Elizabeth Street is also fine, though stick to the main strip rather than the side streets past midnight.
When is the best time to visit Hobart?
February and March are the sweet spot: temperatures sit around 17-22°C, the Dark Mofo hangover keeps things lively, and you catch the tail of the Taste of Tasmania festival. Hotel rates are still elevated from the summer peak, but crowds thin noticeably after mid-February.
What's the cheapest area to stay in Hobart?
North Hobart along Elizabeth Street offers the most affordable options, with budget hotels and motels averaging $79-110/night. Motel Mayfair on Collins sits here and delivers solid value. You're about a 20-minute walk or a short Metro Tasmania bus ride from the waterfront.
How do I get from Hobart Airport to the city center?
The SkyBus runs directly to the city and costs around $22 one way, taking about 25 minutes to Sullivan's Cove. A taxi or rideshare runs $40-55 depending on traffic and time of day. There's no train connection, so factor that into your budget.
Is it worth staying at a waterfront hotel in Hobart?
Yes, if you can afford it. Hotels near Hunter Street and Elizabeth Street Pier put you within a 3-minute walk of the best restaurants, the MONA ferry at Brooke Street Pier, and the Saturday Salamanca Market. The Henry Jones Art Hotel is the best address on that strip.
What areas should I avoid when booking a hotel in Hobart?
Avoid the strip motels along Argyle Street near the transit center. they're priced for convenience but deliver neither charm nor location. Hotels that claim to be 'central' while actually sitting near the Domain or Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens end up adding 30-minute walks to everything you want to do.
Are there good hotels near MONA in Hobart?
MONA itself is in Glenorchy, about 12km north of the CBD, and accommodation up there is limited. Most visitors stay near Salamanca or the waterfront and take the MONA Ferry from Brooke Street Pier. it's a 25-minute cruise each way and worth doing even as an experience.
What's the best hotel in Hobart for couples?
Lenna of Hobart in Battery Point is the standout for a romantic stay. It's a converted 1874 mansion on Runnymede Street, 8 minutes walk from Salamanca Place, and the heritage rooms have real character. Islington Hotel in South Hobart is the luxury upgrade, with garden suites starting around $310/night.
Does Hobart have good public transport?
Metro Tasmania covers the main city routes, with buses running regularly between North Hobart, the CBD, Sandy Bay, and the waterfront. The ferry to MONA departs from Brooke Street Pier. But honestly, central Hobart is very walkable. Salamanca to the CBD is under 10 minutes on foot.
When do hotel prices peak in Hobart?
Dark Mofo in June and the Taste of Tasmania festival around New Year's Eve drive the biggest spikes. The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race finish in late December also fills the waterfront hotels fast. Book at least 8-10 weeks ahead for those periods or expect to pay a 40-60% premium on standard rates.