Fodor's Expert Review The Henry Jones Art Hotel
25 Hunter St., Hobart, Tasmania, 7000, Australia Fodor's Choice
Arguably one of Australia's best hotels, right on the Hobart waterfront, this row of historic warehouses and a former jam factory have been transformed into a sensational, art-theme hotel, where the work of Tasmania's finest contemporary artists is displayed. The friendly full-time curator is on hand to advise and explain, as is the in-house historian; together they run art-history tours of the hotel complex. The spacious guest suites, also artistically decorated, reflect the influences of a rich colonial trading history with India and China: all suites have natural wood furnishings and king-size beds with exotic silk covers. Bathrooms are modern, with stainless-steel and translucent-glass fittings. Some suites have harbor views; others overlook the stunning glassed-in courtyard atrium.
PROS
- incredible art collection
- stunning rooms worth lingering in
- excellent location
CONS
- breakfast is A$35
- tours, restaurants, cocktail bar are all pricey
- some rooms look into atrium so no natural light
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Rate Includes: No Meals