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Islington HotelvsSomerset on the Pier Hobart
Both Somerset on the Pier Hobart and Islington Hotel are recommended by those who travel for a living. On balance, Islington Hotel scores significantly better than Somerset on the Pier Hobart. Islington Hotel ranks #2 in Hobart with positive reviews from 7 sources such as Fodor's, Condé Nast Traveler and Star Service.
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
Somerset on the Pier Hobart
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Elizabeth St Pier, Hobart, Tasmania 7000
From $258/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Free Parking
"An apartment hotel whose unrivalled pier location guarantees unrivalled water views across Constitution Dock."
"On one of Hobart's historic piers, this all-suites complex is only a five-minute walk from the city, Salamanca Place, and many popular restaurants and nightspots." Full review
Upper-middle-range
"The 56 split-level one- and two-bedroom apartments come with separate living and dining areas, washer/dryers, and kitchens with stovetops and microwaves." Full review
"These luxuriously appointed apartments occupy perhaps Hobart’s most prestigious address on the upper level of Elizabeth Pier, and come with glorious harbour views and slick contemporary decor." Full review