Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show

4.0 star property
Sandy fun near Redbill Beach and Waubs Beach
your current months are November, 2024 and December, 2024.
November 2024
December 2024

Photo gallery for Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show

Property grounds
Aerial view
Soundproofing, bed sheets
Interior
Soundproofing, bed sheets

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
69 Tasman Hwy, Bicheno, TAS, 7215
  • Redbill Beach
    1 min walk
  • Diamond Island Nature Reserve
    1 min walk
  • Apsley Conservation Area
    10 min walk

Room options

Basic Triple Room, 3 Bedrooms, Beach View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 135 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Basic Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 100 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 90 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Ocean View Terrace

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 75 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 75 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Apartment, Beachfront

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 100 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Bicheno

At Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show you'll be 0.1 km (0.1 mi) from Redbill Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Waubs Beach. Highlights at this beach motel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and in-room kitchenettes. .The restaurant, 1856 Bar and Bistro, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The motel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, outdoor tennis court, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Bicheno motel, you'll be 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Bicheno Penguin Tours and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Whalers Lookout.

What's nearby

  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 3 min drive
  • Bicheno's Motorcycle Museum & Restoration - 4 min drive
  • East Coast Natureworld - 4 min drive
  • Whalers Lookout - 4 min drive
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blue Edge Bakery Bicheno - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Shed East Coast Wine Centre - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Little Bay Patisserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront at Bicheno - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show

Sandy fun near Redbill Beach and Waubs Beach
Unwind on the private white sand beach, located just 10 yards away. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show such as a seasonal outdoor pool, a children's pool and an outdoor tennis court.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach motel also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a garden and a terrace. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Bicheno motel is smoke free.

  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 26 buildings
  • 3229 sq ft of conference space
  • 300 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1986
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show offers 26 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: AUD 22 to 60 for adults and AUD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • 1856 Bar and Bistro

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Business services

  • 3,229 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to a private beach
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 26 buildings
  • Built in 1986
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 22 to 60 for adults and AUD 5 to 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 150 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet fee: AUD 35 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in February.
  • Up to 2 children aged 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Diamond Island Resort Penguin Tour Bicheno
Comfort Inn Diamond Island Bicheno
Comfort Inn Diamond Island Hotel
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Diamond Island Resort Penguin Parade Bicheno
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

As of 23 Oct 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show on 27 Oct 2024 start from AU$200.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Yep, Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Yep, Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show is a short 1-minute walk from Redbill Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving, kayaking and fishing.

Does Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show have a pool?

Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from November to February.

What makes Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show a romantic place to stay?

Beachfront dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show.

Does Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

No, but there's an airport shuttle on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

Furry friends are welcome at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show?

There is a golf course next to Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show.

Diamond Island Resort & Bicheno Penguin Show Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

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Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 416 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 416 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Totally enjoyable experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our ocean view apartment didn’t exactly have an ocean view but the view to the outside garden was nice. Bedrooms were upstairs but the stairs were dangerously designed and taking suitcases upstairs wasn’t a fun task. Apart from that it was comfortable and warm and a free penguin viewing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. The staff weren’t that welcoming. The restaurant wasn’t open , we were told to go to the shops and buy our food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic place to stay. I'm only disappointed that we chose to stay only one night. Rooms were fantastic, reception extremely friendly and helpful, spectacular views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The steak I had in the Restaurant was excellent, tasty, tender and cooked just as Irequested. My wife had fish which she enjoyed. The pillows on the bed were a little too large for comfort and caused a mild neck pain.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Able to take dogs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Liz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and access to lovely beach. Penguins an added treat. Our bedrooms were a bit outdated, but comfortable. A balcony would have been nice! Bathroom had a constant sewer type smell.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Paula

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice but a bit tired and run down friendly staff was a bit misleading about Penguin Show not experience I was expecting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmelina

Travelled with partner
The place was clean and staff were alright. Don’t expect much from the penguins tour
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location to experience the East Coast.
What a great setup with every convenience of both a well equipment apartment and the facilities of a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only one penguin showed up, the others got stage fright😁.. A great experience, regardless.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spent 1 night here with family and we all enjoyed it. Staff were very friendly and our kids loved the pool, restaurant and the Penguin show.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t realise bedrooms were upstairs and bathrooms downstairs having very bad arthritis I’m sometimes unable to climb up and down stairs Spoke to the manager and he advised us we had a sofa bed in the room l could use and arranged for housekeeping to bring some extra bedding to our unit Nothing was too much trouble for them Much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Very relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Diamond Island Resort has very clean and spacious rooms , an expansive well kept green space and only minutes walk from the beach and Diamond Island to explore. We were lucky enough to see two baby penguins and one adult penguin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Roslyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay included penguin viewing. The gate wasn’t opened after the one hour so we didn’t see the penguins! Very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful scenery, great accommodation friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Beautiful location but there are a few downsides
The location of the resort is wonderful and we had an amazing view from our balcony. The unit was also very spacious. We had dinner at the resort which was very good. The downsides were the room is dated with minimal furnishings but the bed was very comfortable. Also significantly, the phrase Penguin tour is a bit misleading. We stand on a platform on the resort’s grass and hope Penguins come up to the platform area. We are not permitted to enter the beach area where other paid tours go. We stood on the platform 2 nights and never saw a Penguin. If you don’t care about seeing the penguins, it is still a lovely location to stay in. The pool area looks clean and nice too and the views are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Burpengary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with private beach access with lovely friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Disliked: Cleanliness
Apartment needs a VERY deep clean. Significant mold in shower and bathroom. Thick dust in bedroom furniture and tap leaking in kitchenette
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Lee Jun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Adrian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms are nice enough. Cleanliness was a little average. Potato chips on the couch. Lifted the pillows showing it hadn't been cleaned. Lots of rubbish there. Remote for the TV was missing. Complimentary penguin tour while a nice gesture was disappointing. Host didn't talk, just pointed a light at the penguins. A viewing platform is on the property however people were chasing the penguins disturbing their path. Really inappropriate which should have been stopped.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Leigh

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Management seemed to have no idea. I was supposably given the wrong keys to the wrong room only to find out the room wasnt even ready so I had to wait at least 1 1/2 hrs . Washing machine and the laundry room was very dirty and the Dryer door was damaged and hard to close. At least this facility was free of charge. there was a distinct lack of privacy in the lounge/bedroom area as the blinds didnt cover the window leaving a gap at least 100mm(which the morning sun shone through) and there were no blinds at all on the kitchen window. Will not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023