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Hotels in Launceston | 101 |
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Hotels Prices From | £35 |
Hotels Reviews | 28,593 |
Hotels Photos | 10,105 |
Travel high season | Dec - Feb |
Travel low season | Jun - Aug |
High season avg price | £97 |
Low season avg price | £79 |
Summertime is, predictably, peak tourist season in Launceston. The temperature doesn’t usually go beyond 23℃, so you can enjoy your summer holiday without the risk of a sunburn.
Big-ticket events are on Launceston’s summer calendar, including Festivale—a three-day mega celebration of food, drink and entertainment. It’s hailed as Tasmania’s premier summer event, drawing thousands of visitors every year.
Berries are ripe for the picking this time of year at Hillwood Berries, just 20 minutes from Launceston. December is the season for strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries, so pick them all. Add this to your fun-activity-with-the-kids list.
The Bridestowe Lavender Estate is an Insta-worthy spot—picture yourself strolling in a sea of purple and having it captured perfectly on camera. Time your visit for when the flowers are at their peak—from mid-December to mid-January. We recommend the lavender ice cream.
The fall months are quieter—the perfect time to explore Launceston without the crowds, especially with the cool, dry days and crisp nights.
Fancy an autumnal walk? The city center is a good place to start—beautifully restored colonial buildings, manicured public squares and well-tended parks inject some English charm into the city.
Drive through the Tamar Valley to sample some of the best sparkling wines in the world. The NV sparkling blanc de noir, produced by Moores Hill, is said to be especially outstanding.
Say hello to tiny penguins at Low Head Coastal Reserve, less than an hour from Launceston. Between March and October, up to 100 tiny penguins waddle ashore each night back to their burrows. Wear warm clothing and covered shoes.
Expect foggy mornings with temperatures dipping to a low of 3℃. July is the coldest month (and the cloudiest), though Launceston rarely receives snowfall. However, winter is an excellent time to visit as Tasmania’s events calendar is chock-a-block with mid-winter festivals and food and wine (and Tasmanian whisky) soirées.
If braving the chilly Tassie winter is not your idea of fun, cozy up in the comfort of the James Boag Brewery Bar, something of an institution among locals since it opened its doors more than 100 years ago. They offer brewery tours with guided tasting of the best lagers and ales.
Foodies, you’ll eat well in Launceston. Winter brings premium local ingredients like black truffles and Tasmanian scallops to the table. The city’s “winterlicious” program is a chance for you to eat your way around town, with lots of entertainment on the side.
Catch an after-dinner show at the Earl Arts Centre, an intimate performance space that offers film screenings, dance and theatre productions to complete your night.
With the days noticeably longer and the weather warmer, spring is the best time to visit Launceston, right before the summer crowds stream in. You’ll also benefit from shoulder season prices.
If you have kids in tow, take them to the Penny Royal—a massive adventureland with history-themed boat rides, zip lines, cliff walks and everything in between. They’ll tire out and be ready for an early night, leaving you to enjoy the rest of the evening.
Enjoy a leisurely trek at Cataract Gorge, within easy walking distance of the city center, in the crisp spring air. Always bring a piece of warm clothing, including a waterproof jacket in case of sudden inclement weather, which—locals will tell you— happens often.
Spring blooms are practically everywhere during this time of year—have a little picnic at Prince’s Square, City Park or any of the other green spaces in Launceston.
Hotels near the sights
- Cataract Gorge ReserveRead more
- James Boag Brewery ExperienceRead more
- City ParkRead more
- Queen Victoria Museum & Art GalleryThe Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) is Launceston's cultural hub and Australia's largest regional museum. QVMAG holds a national profile for its collections of Tasmanian art, history and natural science. Located across two sites: the 1870s era railway workshop Museum at Inveresk and an 1891 Art Gallery at Royal Park. The Museum at Inveresk is home to railway workshops and permanent exhibition Tasmanian Connections. Highlights include dinosaurs, native Tasmanian species, convict history, artefacts from Australia's oldest shipwreck, the Phenomena Factory and the Launceston Planetarium. The Art Gallery at Royal Park features temporary and permanent exhibitions which bring the histories, identities and stories of Northern Tasmania into a fresh and contemporary context. Both sites are connected across the Launceston CBD with walking and public transport options available.Read more
- The Tamar ValleyThe Tamar Valley, famous for it's cool climate wine, but also it's food and produce, it's natural attractions such as the Tamar Island Wetlands, Narawntapu National Park, Notley Gorge, Brady's Lookout and West Head it's many attractions - Seahorse World, Platypus House, Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Cntre, Grindelwald, Gem & Stone creations, Glengarry Bush Maze and the Rosevears Hotel & Gallery complex. Also home to more than 80 Air BnB listings it's a great base to tour to Cradle Mountain, Bridestowe Lavendar Farm, Derby Mountain Bike trails, Cataract Gorge, Barnbougle Golf Course, local markets, wildlife parks, Treetops Adventure or Launceston's range of fantastic restaurants.Read more
- National Automobile Museum of TasmaniaFor over 30 years the National Automobile Museum of Tasmania has been showcasing Tasmanias and Australias finest classic cars and motorcycles. In this time the museum has gained a reputation as one of Australias finest Motor Museums. In September 2019 the museum re-located to a new purpose built facility at 84 Lindsay street Launceston (Invermay). Our new spacious airconditioned shop offers a broad selection of motoring related gifts and memorabilia including quality scale models, hats, clothing, tin signs, new and pre loved books, placemats, coasters, mugs, cards, stubbie coolers, badges, key rings and much more. Relax in the lounges taking in the history elegance and style of over 110 exhibits! Spread over one expansive level the museum features full disabled access. A visit to The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania will delight the whole family.Read more
- Josef Chromy Cellar DoorCellar door wine tastings available as COVID-Safe seated, pre-booked, zero-contact flights of 4 wines. Wine-by-the-glass and cheese plates available 11-4pm. Restaurant offers a la carte lunch dining 7 days 11.45am-4pm.Read more
- Cataract Gorge Scenic ChairliftRead more
- Franklin HouseRead more
- Tamar Island WetlandsThe Tamar Island Wetlands is an unique urban wetlands reserve just 10 minutes' drive from the heart of Launceston. An interpretation centre offers visitors the opportunity to learn about the value of the wetlands environment and the wildlife that live there.Read more
- Peppers Silo Hotel, Peppers Seaport Hotel, and The Old Bakery Inn are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Cataract Gorge Reserve. See the full list: Hotels near Cataract Gorge Reserve.
- Popular hotels close to City Park include Hotel Verge Launceston, Balmoral on York, and The Grand Hotel Launceston. See the full list: Hotels near City Park.
- Popular hotels close to Launceston Airport include Kurrajong House, Hotel Verge Launceston, and Peppers Silo Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Launceston Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery are Peppers Seaport Hotel, The Sebel Launceston, and Star Bar Cafe & Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery.
- Popular cheap hotels in Launceston include Balmoral on York, Quality Hotel Colonial Launceston, and The Old Bakery Inn. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Launceston.
- Peppers Silo Hotel, Country Club Tasmania, and Village Family Motor Inn have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Launceston. See the full list: Spa Hotels in Launceston.
- Peppers Silo Hotel, Balmoral on York, and Quality Hotel Colonial Launceston all received great reviews from families travelling in Launceston. See the full list: Family Hotels Launceston.
- Kurrajong House, Peppers Silo Hotel, and Peppers Seaport Hotel received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Launceston. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Launceston.
- Some of the most popular hotels with a pool in Launceston include Country Club Tasmania, Village Family Motor Inn, and Olde Tudor Hotel. See the full list: Hotels with a Pool in Launceston.