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4.9 out of 5

"Nice but over rated " More

By a verified traveller on Sat 10 Feb 2024

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Hobart awaits you at Islington Hotel. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find University of Tasmania and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room free WiFi, free internet, and iPads.

The fine-dining restaurant, Conservatory Restaurant, is open for dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room and a business center. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 5-star South Hobart hotel include Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place.

Loft Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$293* Per night/room 15 Apr. - 16 Apr.

Signature Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Garden Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Wellington Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Courtyard Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Islington Hotel ratings based on 80 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.9 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Islington Hotel

Everyone (41) Couples (38) Family (1)
3 out of 5
Nice but over rated

Posted by on 10 Feb. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

8 Mar. 2024 by Marc

Dear MattThank you for your review of Islington Hotel. We are so pleased that you had a nice stay with us. Kind RegardsMarc DilleGeneral Manager

4 out of 5
not having a dining option in the evening was an issue presumably temporary otherwise wonderful

Posted by on 13 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

18 Nov. 2023 by Marc

Dear IanThank you for taking the time to review Islington Hotel. We are so pleased that you had a wonderful stay with us. Thank you for your feedback regarding the restaurant. Kind RegardsMarc DilleGeneral Manager

5 out of 5
An absolutely gorgeous home away from home, the breakfast was of the highest quality and the staff were fantastic and looked after all our needs. The gardens are worth spending some time in as well.

Posted by on 4 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Oct. 2023 by Marc

Dear AnneThank you for reviewing Islington Hotel. We love hearing from our guests and are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and the breakfast. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind RegardsMarc DilleGeneral Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on 21 Mar. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Mar. 2023 by Marc

Dear GaryThank you for your review of Islington Hotel, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. Kind RegardsMarc DilleGeneral Manager

5 out of 5

Posted by on 18 Oct. 2022

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 10 Apr. 2022

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5 out of 5
Loved the in house dining, ability to sit down in a warm and friendly room with a glass of wine. The ability to feel relaxed away from home.

Posted by on 19 Dec. 2020

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 16 Mar. 2020

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5 out of 5
Loved this property for its isolation and peacefulness. Easily accessible from town. Staff were wonderful and obliging and friendly. Food was amazing.

Posted by , from Bundaberg, Qld on 8 Feb. 2020

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5 out of 5
Amazing attention to detail. Every little thing was so well done!

Posted by on 15 Sep. 2019

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Islington Hotel. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Hobart hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1847
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Islington Hotel offers 11 accommodations with iPads and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Hobart hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Deep soaking tub
  • iPad
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Electric kettle
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Local calls (free)
  • Massage in room (surcharge)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Conservatory Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Special check-in instructions:

There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.

This property does not have a front desk. Guests arriving after noon must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. The host will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 15 are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Debit cards
  • No front desk
  • Host will greet you
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately AUD 35 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

Hotel Names

  • Islington Hotel South Hobart
  • Islington South Hobart
  • Islington Hotel Hotel
  • Islington Hotel South Hobart
  • Islington Hotel Hotel South Hobart

You should know

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.