The Doll Trilogy | By Ray Lawler

Mantra Collins Hotel is one of Hobart's most popular hotels due to its great central location. Situated just two streets back from the Hobart Waterfront and one block from the Central Business District, the hotel is within a short stroll of the famous Salamanca Place. Here you will enjoy the Salamanca Market every Saturday, decadent restaurants, fresh gourmet producers and boutique stores with handmade crafts. Here you can catch the ferry to the Museum of Old and New Art (Mona). From this Hobart accommodation, you'll also find tour meeting points, along with the city's main attractions close by. Walk to the Hobart Visitor Information Centre, Theatre Royal, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, the Hobart waterfront and Constitution Dock. Housed behind a historic facade, combined with a modern accommodation tower, Mantra Collins Hotel offers contemporary hotel rooms, along with one and two-bedroom apartments some with iconic views over Mount Wellington, Queen's Domain and the Central Business District. Providing the perfect vantage point of Hobart and its surrounds, this centrally placed accommodation is self-contained with a kitchenette ( apartments only) LCD televisions with Foxtel, Wi-Fi, in-room-controlled A/C, and double glazed floor-to-ceiling windows. This hotel does not accept cash as a payment method. Credit, debit and prepaid cards are accepted to buy goods and services.

Among Hobart's finest, Vibe Hotel stands out as the ultimate 'eat, play' and stay' destination. Nestled in the heart of Hobart, this hotel embraces the Australian lifestyle to the full while the architecturally-designed facade - with its trademark coloured feature fins – has transformed Hobart’s skyline. Be welcomed by impeccable hospitality and meticulous details from the moment you step through the front doors. Immerse in contemporary rooms that were inspired by the sandstone cliffs of Bruny Island, along with Tasmanian oak furnishings, handcrafted by local artisans. Experience the ultimate esacape at our contemporary plunge pool, or take in the architectural design of our onsite Belvedere restaurant.

Renowned for spacious rooms and friendly hospitality, The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel is your home away from home in Hobart. Modern, self-contained 4.5 star accommodation within walking distance of the waterfront and CBD. Showcasing a heritage-listed façade and a story steeped in history, they offer spacious self-contained apartments and contemporary hotel rooms alongside a range of amenities. These include Stockmans Restaurant, the Baaa Bar, gym, Guest Meeting Room, Guest Lounge and bike wash and lock up. Onsite car parking and electric vehicle charging are also available.* Reception, room service and security operate 24 hours. Wi-Fi is complimentary and is available in all rooms throughout the property. Whether you are travelling for leisure or business, you will experience a warm welcome and enjoyable stay at The Old Woolstore. *Extra charge and subject to availability. Must be pre-booked.