Hadleys Orient Hotel is at 34 Murray Street in central Hobart, a heritage hotel with 71 individually furnished rooms. It is one of the city's long-established hotels, with a grand Victorian character that sets it apart from the modern chains nearby. The location is the main draw, because Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are about two minutes on foot and Parliament House is about three. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a bar, a business centre, concierge services, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk are included, and a breakfast buffet is offered for an extra charge. It suits visitors who value history and a walkable location over resort facilities.
Location and getting around
Salamanca Place and the Saturday market are about two minutes away on foot, and Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf are around seven minutes. Brooke Street Pier, where the Mona ferry leaves, is a short walk along the waterfront. Cafes and small restaurants, including Zimmah Coffee City and Core Restaurant and Bar, are three to four minutes away. Hobart Airport is roughly a 15-minute drive. Parking details are not clear from the property information, so ask the hotel before you arrive if you are hiring a car.
The rooms and the feel
The hotel offers standard hotel rooms with a queen bed or twin beds, superior rooms that sleep three, a Victorian Suite with a king bed, executive suites and a family room that sleeps four. Rooms vary in size and layout because the building is historic, so describe your needs when you book. The atmosphere is traditional, with period details and a sense of old Hobart, which many guests find charming and others find dated. If you prefer sleek modern design, one of the newer waterfront hotels may suit better.
Who it suits and what to know: it is a good choice for couples, history lovers and families who want the family room and a central base. Check-in starts at 2 pm and check-out is at 11 am. Breakfast is a paid buffet, so compare rates with and without it.
The on-site dining has varied, so confirm whether the restaurant is open on your dates and do not assume dinner is available. There is no pool listed, and a gym is not mentioned, so travellers wanting facilities should look at the ibis Styles or Salamanca Inn instead.
Weekend market mornings can be lively outside, so ask for a quieter room if you are a light sleeper. The central address also makes it a practical base for visitors without a car: tours collect from central hotels, the waterfront is a short walk away, and Battery Point's streets and the city's theatres are close by. Book early for summer weekends and around the Saturday market, when this part of town is at its busiest.
Why stay here
- ✓Heritage building
- ✓Two minutes to Salamanca Place
- ✓Bar
- ✓Family rooms and suites
- ✓Business centre
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Concierge and luggage storage
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
Good questions
Where is Hadleys Orient Hotel?+
It is at 34 Murray Street in central Hobart. Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are about two minutes on foot.
Does it have a family room?+
Yes, there is a family room that sleeps four, along with superior rooms for three and a Victorian Suite. Ask about bed types when you book.
Is breakfast included?+
A breakfast buffet is offered for an extra charge. Compare rates with and without breakfast, and confirm dining options for your dates.
