West Hobart Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Constitution Dock
History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.
Museum of Old and New Art
Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.
Cascade Brewery
Step back into the past at the oldest brewery in Australia, a striking Gothic building near Hobart, and try some of the best beers in the country.
Things to do
Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Top hotels in West Hobart
Bay View Villas
Motel Mayfair on Cavell
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Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Marquis Hotel Motel
Great receptionist, room was a typical motel style. Comfortable room, everything worked. Amazing views. Had dinner there, great pub food. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Overall a good stay in a great location. Staff and front desk were friendly and attentive throughout. The restaurant was satisfactory, although it was disappointing that coffee was charged as an extra. Valet parking was also significantly overpriced, particularly given the somewhat inadequate parking ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Wrest Point
Didn’t go to the Casino. Breakfast was fine
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Whenever we turn on for a shower, there is a very loud noise coming out from the tap.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Hobart
Hobart Central Business District
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Playhouse Theatre or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and Cascade Brewery.
North Hobart
North Hobart is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to North Hobart Oval and Train Park while you're in town.
Sullivan's Cove
Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tasmanian Waterfront.
Battery Point
Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
Sandy Bay
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.
