Best Boutique Stays in Tasmania
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The Apple Isle’s boutique stays offer a rare intimacy, where fewer than 100 rooms mean each spot is personal, stylish and full of character. These hand-picked havens offer bespoke touches and immersive experiences that turn a getaway into something entirely unforgettable.
From moody jewels to secluded coastal retreats, these lodgings take you away from it all so you can indulge in, well, pure indulgence.
Scroll on for 10 of our favourite boutique stays in Tasmania.
Table of Contents
- 1. Stillwater Seven, Launceston
- 2. Saffire Freycinet, Coles Bay
- 3. Freycinet Lodge, Coles Bay
- 4. Islington Hotel, Hobart
- 5. Ratho Farm, Bothwell
- 6. Kittawa Lodge, King Island
- 7. Ship Inn Stanley, Stanley
- 8. Leighton House, Tamar Valley
- 9. Hunter Huon Valley, Glen Huon
- 10. Pumphouse Point, Lake St Clair
- Frequently Asked Questions
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Just seven suites crown this 1840s flour mill, where the architecture’s river paned windows and wooden beams frame a modern sense of indulgence. Ahead of your stay, a member of the team will be in touch to tailor the room: music cued to your taste, magazines and books for your perusal and a mini bar stocked with small-batch treasures. Downstairs you’ll find Tasmania’s most celebrated restaurant with its decades of accolades eclipsed only by the view.
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Notable Awards: Australia’s Leading Boutique Hotel, World Travel Awards 2023
With 20 suites each gazing directly into Wineglass Bay, Sapphire’s backdrop is as breathtaking as the experiences that await your stay. For the adventurous gourmet, nothing is off limits. Roll up your sleeves with beekeeping, wade in oyster farms or hike with Tassie devils. When you’ve worked up an appetite, gorge on outstanding local delicacies like scallops and salt-grass lamb paired with vegetables grown onsite. With all-inclusive dining, curated experiences and personalised attention, you’ll leave not just satisfied but intimately connected to place.
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With 70 rooms, the Lodge’s creature comforts are all geared towards soaking in the great outdoors, from large decks with outdoor baths and floor-to-ceiling windows, to indoor-outdoor fireplaces. Feed on the bounty of the sea at award-winning The Bay Restaurant or keep it lowkey at Richardson’s Bistro, then treat your taste buds to Tassie’s wines or whiskies with a tasting experience. Here, every moment is curated to celebrate the landscape, culture and pure pleasure of this coastal hideaway.
Notable Awards: TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Award, Best of the Best 2024
This adult-only retreat, built in 1847, features 11 individually styled rooms set atop South Hobart, each showcasing Regency architecture with contemporary flourishes. Meander through gardens, rooms filled with antiques and an art collection rivaling the nation’s finest galleries, before indulging in locally inspired cuisine at the Conservatory Restaurant, all while taking in sweeping views of the mountains. With Matisse, Hockney and bespoke hospitality, this intimate escape embodies the sophistication and signature charm that earns it a place among the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
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In the highlands of Bothwell, this boutique estate offers 20 ensuite rooms, historic barns and a welcoming homestead. Tee off on the country’s oldest golf course, explore pristine river walks or cast a line for trout in secluded waters. On-site dining, a bar and curated local experiences complete the indulgent picture. With a lineage of bushrangers, Melbourne Cup winners and artists woven into its history, Ratho Farm is as much a storybook destination as a place to stay.
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Notable awards: Condé Nast Traveller’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2024
There’s secluded luxury, then there’s Kittawa Lodge. Set across 96 acres of King Island coastline, these intimate lodges are in a league of their own, each offering sweeping Bass Strait views. Inside, open plan living flows into oversized baths, while outside, a cedar tub awaits, basically teasing you to crack open one of the local wines. Dining is also an experience: from guest chef takeovers to intimate gourmet picnics by a hidden beach or beside a crackling fire.
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Sitting in the shadow of Stanley’s iconic Nut, this 1849 heritage-listed inn offers seven suites and two apartments, each with a name and story plucked from Tasmania’s colourful past. Rooms are adorned with Maritime antiques, curious tchotchkes and hand-selected artwork, creating a lived-in, elegant charm. And while the coastline may beckon exploration, the curated library, plush lounge and boutique yoga studio encourage guests to ease into the day with slow indulgence.
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Immerse yourself in Tasmania’s pastoral beauty at Leighton House, nestled within 300 acres of farmland in the Tamar Valley Wine Region. Ideal for two to twelve guests, it’s a place made for connection: cook up feasts in the pizza oven, stretch out on the expansive deck or gather around the firepit under a blanket of stars. Unwind in the hot tub, sauna or on the yoga platform, all perfectly positioned to take in the serene, undulating hills. Equal parts indulgent and soulful, this boutique Launceston stay is designed to bring together every generation.
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Rethink everything you know about going off-grid. Hole yourself up with a loved one at Hunter Huon Valley, where oak-lined cabins invite you to slow down. With no TV or Wi-Fi, the rhythm here is deliberate: uncork something special from the wine fridge, graze on a local cheese platter and let the bush soundtrack take over. As the night falls, enjoy a long soak by the firelight before drifting to sleep beneath a canopy of stars.
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Perched on the glassy edge of Lake St Clair, Pumphouse Point is proof that roughing it doesn’t mean letting go of creature comforts. Situated in the Tasmanian World Heritage area, take your pick from nineteen rooms and suites, each with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the ethereal landscape in cinematic detail. Days are spent hiking, cycling or picnicking along pristine trails while evenings unfold with hearty farmhouse dinners and lakeside fires. Inclusive larders and honesty bars ensure indulgence is always at hand, while communal spaces foster connection without interrupting solitude.
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What makes boutique accommodation in Tasmania different from regular hotels?
Tasmania’s boutique stays are defined by character, charm and one-of-a-kind experiences. Intimate by design( typically under 100 rooms) they pair personalised service with a deep connection to place. From heritage-listed cottages to remote lodges, luxury farmstays and design-focused escapes, each property tells a story you won’t forget.
Can families stay at boutique hotels in Tasmania?
Many boutique hotels and stays cater to couples seeking seclusion; however, there are family-friendly boutique retreats – farm stays with interactive experiences, self-contained remote properties or large cottages with extra space. Always check the property’s child policy before booking.
Do boutique hotels in Tasmania include local food and wine experiences?
Often, yes. Many boutique accommodations highlight Tasmania’s food culture, with award-winning onsite restaurants, vineyard pairings or paddock-to-plate menus. Some even include complimentary whiskey tastings, daily breakfast or curated wine lists. From Launceston to Hobart, we’ve curated a list of boutique hotels to match your palate, mood and sense of adventure.
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