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Islington HotelvsPrince of Wales Hotel
Both Prince of Wales Hotel and Islington Hotel are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Islington Hotel is preferred by most professionals compared to Prince of Wales Hotel. Islington Hotel comes in at 87 with endorsements from 7 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Fodor's and Rough Guide.
Islington Hotel
Fodor's
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Frommer's
321 Davey Street, Hobart, Tasmania 7000
From $228/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Built in 1847, this elegant Regency mansion was converted to a five-star luxury boutique hotel, and is now one of the finest lodgings in Australia." Full review
"Every nook and cranny—from the red-walled drawing room to the chandeliered dining room—showcases eccentric curios, many of which relate to the history of the house." Full review
"On an island full of pastoral inns, the Islington stands out like a bold Rothko painting in a gallery of Norman Rockwells." Full review
"Located on the southwest side of Hobart, with lovely mountain views, this is a small, residential-style inn set amid well-to-do residences a five-minute drive south of the CBD." Full review
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A 24-hour live-in manager personally attends to guest requests, and there is the possibility to organize a masseur or most anything to make guests feel welcome.
"Awarded finest city boutique hotel in Australia in 2013, this manor is sophisticated yet utterly relaxed, even homely with rooms full of art and antiques."
Top Choice
"One of Hobart's best, the Islington effortlessly combines a heritage building with interesting antique furniture, contemporary art and a glorious garden." Full review
"The Islington is lavishly but tastefully decorated with fine artworks and antiques, its contemporary extension blending beautifully with the original 1847 Regency-style building" Full review
Prince of Wales Hotel
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
55 Hampden Road, Battery Point, Hobart, Tasmania 7004
From $58/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Dry Cleaning
- Air Conditioning
"The pub’s older motel-style rooms represent decent value for the location. Walk-up rates can be two-thirds the price, which includes a light breakfast."
"Exquisitely located and offers cheery, spotlessly clean and excellent value pub-style rooms, all with en suite... The downstairs bistro serves first-class food and there’s secure off-street parking." Full review