MONA Tour

Travel along the Tasman Peninsula to our number one tourist attraction and World Heritage Site. Experience the realities of convict life in the early days of this harsh penal settlement. A cruise to the Isle of the Dead is included. See wonderful coastal formations on our drive through Eaglehawk Neck, The Blow Hole and Doo Town on the way. We also stop at Port Arthur Lavender Farm. Heading back to Hobart we go to Richmond Historic Village and a Wildlife Park before sampling some of the fruit and wine that has made this region famous.

We start with a tour of the city, Battery Point and Salamanca. Then we take a scenic drive to Richmond Historic Village and visit Bonorong Wildlife Park. You can hand feed kangaroos and see the famous Tasmania Devil along with many other native animals. This is our most popular tour incorporating great sightseeing and a history of Tasmania in a half day format.

We are 41 room hotel in the heart of Salamanca, Hobart surrounded by many of the best eating and dining establishments in Hobart. Our hotel lies within two converted convict built ex-warehouses, which are designed to reflect and show this heritage connection whilst bringing the wilderness of Tasmania into the hotel through our multi-storey plant filled light-wells and planted areas. Many of our rooms feature sandstone walls and exposed timber beams. We are a both boutique and unique. Each guest is treated as a family member and our hotel is truly a sanctuary amongst the hustle and bustle of this vibrant southern city. Almost all of the room fixtures and its furniture and other rooms product has been sourced locally from Tasmanian suppliers. Staying here is a true Tasmanian experience.

Explore the beautifully uncharted in Hobart, Tasmania. Tasmania's natural, culinary and creative treasures are within easy reach at the award-winning hotel, The Tasman. Anchored to the waterfront precinct and in the embrace of kunanyi/Mount Wellington, Australia's first Luxury Collection hotel sits comfortably between Hobart's city centre, picturesque Derwent harbour, MONA Ferry terminal and the iconic Salamanca and Battery Point neighbourhoods. In a showcase of understated elegance by design, The Tasman is an architectural symphony; an overture of 1840s Georgian heritage, building to 1940s Art Deco, and a 2020s modern extension finale. Original sandstone contrasts spectacularly with a glass-encased prism of modern architecture. From ethically raised pork and handmade goat’s cheese to organic teas and rare whiskys, dining at The Tasman is proudly rooted in the culinary landscape that surrounds it. At Peppina restaurant, Tasmanian local Massimo Mele replicates the charm of his nonna’s kitchen through Italian-inspired dishes crafted with seasonal ingredients sourced from area farmers. Deco Lounge, overlooking Parliament Square, offers a refined setting for all-day small plates and a signature High Tea featuring Tasmanian produce. At the speakeasy-inspired Mary Mary bar, classic cocktails are reimagined using native ingredients and spirits from Tasmania’s finest distilleries.

Newly refurbished Salamanca Suites is ideally located on the eastern end of Salamanca Place, home to the famous Salamanca Market (Saturdays) and a fabulous selection of Hobart’s restaurants, bars, and galleries. Located in historic Sullivan’s Cove, very easy walking distance to the waterfront, MONA ferry terminal, historic Battery Point and CBD. Salamanca Suites offers 18 spacious apartments each with its own balcony or courtyard. Salamanca Suites offers complimentary parking, complimentary Wi-Fi and Foxtel. All rooms are non-smoking, one and two Bedroom Apartments offer fully equipped kitchens. Studios offer a kitchenette with cooktop. All have king-split bedding, air-conditioning and full laundry facilities. Salamanca Suites is a perfect location from which to explore the adjacent Salamanca and historic Battery Point precincts, and only a short walk to ferry terminal (MONA Ferry) and numerous local bars, pubs, restaurants and galleries. Salamanca Suites is operated by Lenna of Hobart, located directly across the road and guest check in is via Lenna of Hobart’s 24 hour reception. Breakfast is available at Lenna of Hobart.