| breakfast and parking are complimentary. there's also a casual restaurant and a bar, as well as a coin-operated laundry. east tamar junction railway station is 2 km away. room service is available. surrounded by shops and eateries, this down-to-earth hotel is 1 km from queen victoria museum and art gallery, and 3 km from hiking trails at cataract gorge. upgraded rooms add city views. relaxed rooms feature free wi-fi, flat-screens and sitting areas, plus microwaves, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am
Launceston Airport 14 min
National Trust Old Umbrella Shop (5 min)
History and shopping National Automobile Museum of Tasmania (4 min)
Museum with unique, ever-changing exhibits of vintage automobiles & motorcycles, plus memorabilia. Launceston Tramway Museum (12 min) Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (13 min)
Exhibits on many topics, including Tasmanian history, plus a hands-on science centre & planetarium. Cataract Gorge Reserve (8 min)
Public park with a chair lift, hiking trails & landscaped gardens as well as a cafe & restaurant. Tamar Island Wetlands Centre (12 min)
Nature preserve with a lagoon featuring a bird observation area, a visitor center & guides. James Boag Brewery Experience (10 min)
1881 brewery uses Tasmanian water for its beers, hosts functions & offers guided tours & food. City Park (4 min)
Long-standing park with grassy lawns & gardens, plus a Macaque monkey enclosure & kids' playground. Tasmania Zoo (21 min)
Private zoo with more than 100 rare, exotic & native species, including primates & Tasmanian devils. Franklin House (11 min)
This 1838 house museum offers English-style gardens & self-guided tours, plus a tearoom & gift shop. Country Club Tasmania (12 min)
Casual rooms, suites and villas at an upscale golf resort with dining, a casino, tennis & pools. Gorge Scenic Chairlift (8 min)
Built in 1972, this chairlift travels 457 m. over a massive river basin in a preserved natural area. Tamar River Cruises (16 min) Design Tasmania (5 min)
Design center featuring a museum of contemporary wood design & a gift shop with local crafts. Penny Royal Adventures (11 min)
Rugged site with cliff walks, rock climbing, zip-lining, boat rides, panning for gold & ghost tours. | 
