the casual rooms feature free wi-fi, tvs and minifridges, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities; some have balconies and port arthur historic site views. set within the port arthur historic site, this laid-back motel is 2 km from the government gardens and 6 km from the remarkable cave rock formation. check-in time: 1:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. room service is available. upgraded quarters come with whirlpool baths. amenities include a warm restaurant/bar with a terrace and a fireplace, as well as free parking Hobart International Airport 1 hr 10
Tasman Peninsula (21 min) Villages dot this scenic peninsula with sites like Port Arthur, a 19th-century penal settlement. Fortescue Bay (24 min) Sheltered inlet with a white-sand beach, boating & swimming, plus hiking trails & 2 campgrounds. Tasman National Park (24 min) Peninsular getaway with costal hiking trails, unique rock formations, wildlife viewing & campsites. Tessellated Pavement (20 min) Rock formation & sightseeing spot where coastal erosion has created striking patterns. Isle of the Dead (4 min) Harbor and history Devils Kitchen (24 min) Cliffside observation platform offering striking views of the ancient, patterned rock face & ocean. Port Arthur Historic Site (16 min) This huge former convict settlement built in the 18th & 19th century is a popular historic landmark. Tasmanian Devil Unzoo (10 min) Wildlife sanctuary with native animals like Tasmanian devils & kangaroos, plus tours & feedings. Tasman Island (8 min) Rocky tunnel carved into sandstone by the sea, leading to a secluded beach accessible at low tide. Ship Stern Bluff (22 min) Rocky, boat-shaped cliff with dramatic coastal views & a beach that draws surfers for huge waves. Port Arthur Lavender (6 min) Port Arthur Ghost Tours (16 min) Post-sunset guided tours by lantern light of the ruins of a 19th-century penal colony. Tasman Island Cruises (14 min) Sightseeing cruise encountering sheer cliffs & sea caves, plus marine birds, dolphins & more. Eaglehawk Neck (18 min) Thin, sandy spit with unique rock features & a beach that's a popular destination for surfing. |