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Waterfront Lodge Motel

3-star property
153 Risdon Rd, New Town, Lutana, TAS 1800 796 370
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"We liked that it was close to everything we needed. We Didn’t have hand towel or flannels in our room but when we spoke to a housekeeper, they soon g ... " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 21 May 2023

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Hotel Description

At Waterfront Lodge Motel you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Tasmanian Hockey Centre and 3 km (1.9 mi) from North Hobart Oval. Highlights at this motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

With a stay at this 3-star Lutana motel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Royal Hobart Showground and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Subantarctic Plant House.

Small Comfort/Compact Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$90* Per night/room 12 Jun. - 13 Jun.

Single Studio

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Double Room (View)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Budget Heritage Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Two Bedroom Studio (View)

Bed Count 2 Full Beds Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Waterfront Lodge Motel ratings based on 360 Verified Reviews

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Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 3.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Waterfront Lodge Motel

Everyone (232) Couples (67) Business (3) Family (49)
5 out of 5

Posted by on 24 May 2023

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4 out of 5
We liked that it was close to everything we needed. We Didn’t have hand towel or flannels in our room but when we spoke to a housekeeper, they soon gave us the towels.

Posted by on 21 May 2023

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3 out of 5

Posted by on 18 May 2023

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4 out of 5
Good location for the cost of the room

Posted by on 1 Apr. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

4 Apr. 2023 by PT Manager

Thank You Jaclyn for your review we are glad you enjoyed your stay with usHappy Traveling

4 out of 5
A nice comfortable place close to CBD

Posted by on 1 Apr. 2023

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4 Apr. 2023 by PT Manager

Thank You Pam for your review we are glad you enjoyed your stay with usHappy Traveling

4 out of 5
Clean, affordable and surprisingly good view from window

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2023

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4 Apr. 2023 by PT Manager

Thank You Glen for your review we are glad you enjoyed your stay with usHappy Traveling

5 out of 5

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

7 May 2023 by Peter

Thank you for your review we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us.Happy Traveling

3 out of 5
We wish we could book a bigger room. It was the only available room when we book it, not knowing that was a long weekend for Tasmania and Victoria

Posted by on 21 Mar. 2023

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21 Mar. 2023 by PT Manager

Thank You For Staying with usHappy Traveling

4 out of 5
The room had been renovated since my last stay.

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2023

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21 Mar. 2023 by PT Manager

Thank You For Your Review Happy Traveling

5 out of 5
Friendly helpful staff. Clean large rooms. Does not have enough parking for the guests

Posted by on 18 Mar. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

19 Mar. 2023 by Peter

Thank you for staying with us we are glad you enjoyed your stay.

About the Waterfront Lodge Motel

Location 153 Risdon Rd, New Town, Lutana, TAS 7008

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Waterfront Lodge Motel. Self parking is free. This 3-star Hobart motel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Tasmanian Transport Museum Station (4.9 km / 3 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Waterfront Lodge Motel offers 30 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Accommodations at this 3-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Hobart motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Separate bedroom
  • Flat-screen television
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Unique furnishings
  • Wheelchair accessible

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Children under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 7 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests arriving after 9:00 AM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 25.0 per day.

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC).

  • No lifts
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • 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 available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are 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 available
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

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 10.00–20.00 for adults, and AUD 10.00–20 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 25.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 25.0 per day

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

Hotel Names

  • Waterfront Lodge Motel
  • Waterfront Lodge Motel Lutana
  • Waterfront Lutana
  • Waterfront Lodge Motel Motel
  • Waterfront Lodge Motel Lutana
  • Waterfront Lodge Motel Motel Lutana

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National Rating

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

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*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.