About this property
Historic Setting: Shipwrights Arms Hotel in Hobart is housed in a historic building, offering a unique atmosphere. The property features a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and full-day security. Dining and Amenities: Guests can enjoy a family-friendly restaurant serving seafood and Australian cuisine for lunch and dinner. The bar provides a relaxing space for refreshments. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Prime Location: Located 19 km from Hobart Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Short Beach and close to attractions such as Parliament Square and the Maritime Museum of Tasmania. Free on-site private parking is provided. Guest Favorites: Guests appreciate the convenient location, bar, and diverse food and drink options nearby.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Carolyn
Australia
“The staff are friendly efficient and welcoming.. rooms are very clean/quiet with access to a shared kitchen and bathroom. The seafood chowder is devine. Geat location, centrally located. Will be back!!!!” - Kelie
Australia
“The old building was impressive, but inside it was clean and modern. Location was perfect for us and the free car parking was a real plus. The staff were friendly, the bed was comfortable and the bathroom was clean with plenty of room. Having...” - Carmen
Australia
“Excellent location for this very good budget option in Hobart’s best suburb. Newly renovated rooms and bathrooms. The shared bathrooms (for the budget rooms) are kept perfectly clean. There are separate men’s and women’s bathrooms and toilets....” - Jan
Germany
“Beautiful historic building from the 1840s that also houses a bar and a restaurant. Rooms were clean, and, even though it says "Shared Bathroom", every room has their own toilet and bathroom right across the hall, which also seemed to be newly...” - Rafael
Australia
“Room and bathroom very clean. Great location. Great value for money.” - Mitchel
Australia
“Great location. close to cafes,restaurants and Salamanca. Nice rooms and beautiful bathrooms. Parking onsite” - Tam_c
Australia
“The whole place was lovely with the bar and restaurant. The bed was very comfortable and the bathroom was huge.” - Patrick
Australia
“I couldn't fault anything! really comfy beds, reasonably priced in a gorgeous area, great staff.” - Luci
Australia
“Love the area, and the great hospitality of the staff.” - Daryl
Australia
“The completed renovations to the downstairs areas and the refurbishment work being undertaken upstairs are amazing.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Shiupwrights Arms
- CuisineSeafood • Australian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.





The fine print
Credit Card surcharges apply. Mastercard and Visa attract a 1.5% surcharge and American Express will attract a 1.8% surcharge.
Please inform Shipwrights Arms Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.