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YHA Hobart Central is the most centrally located traveller accommodation in Hobart, only one block from the city's waterfront. The YHA is an easy walk to the MONA museum ferry at Constitution Dock, Salamanca Place and a multitude of bars, restaurants and cafes. YHA Hobart Central has clean and comfortable private and shared rooms, a social/lounge room with television, a kitchenette with communal cooking facilities and fabulous, friendly staff ready to help you with loads of local tips and tour bookings. There are also loads of great bar and dining opportunities, whisky distilleries, local markets, nearby bush walks, scenic Botanic Gardens and the beautiful Derwent River on your doorstep.

Located in the heart of picturesque Hobart, Mövenpick Hotel Hobart is a place to savour life and create unforgettable moments. With many of the 221 elegant rooms and suites offering spectacular harbour and city views, the temptation to explore this historical city beckons. Don't miss the hotel's free daily 'Chocolate Hour', plus kids 12 years and under enjoy free ice cream during their stay! Discover why Lonely Planet has called Hobart one of the top 10 destinations to visit, with award-winning restaurants and bars, galleries and speciality shops just outside your door. Situated in Hobart's CBD and a short stroll to the waterfront and the historical Salamanca precinct. Discover Hobart's rich culture, history and award-winning cuisine all within easy walking distance, while world famous MONA is a 20 minute drive.

Quest Savoy - inner city boutique apartments located in the heart of Hobart's central business district. Indulge yourself at the totally luxurious Quest Savoy Hobart adjacent to Hobart's shopping mall and only minutes to the city's historic and vibrant waterfront. Quest Savoy offers a range of luxuriously appointed studio deluxe apartments and executive suites featuring European furnishings, mini bars, complimentary in room Wifi , individual climate controls, irons and boards, hair dryers and much more. The studio deluxe apartments have queen or twin beds, superior kitchenettes, spacious bathrooms. Two apartments have disability access; wheelchair access, open-plan bathroom, walk in shower, grab bars, and bathroom wall rails. The executive suites have queen size beds, luxurious full kitchens and large corner spas. Unwind and indulge yourself at the end of your day in the Savoy Baths. Enjoy the heated salt pool, individual temperature spas, heat room and sauna, and massage and treatment facilities. The Savoy Baths are a separate business from the Quest Savoy and an entry fee applies. Parking is available two blocks away at the Market Place Car Park.