Shipwrights Arms Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (1165 reviews)
29 Trumpeter Street , Hobart , AU

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Luggage storage
Bar
Dry cleaning
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Clean rooms
Good food and beverage options
Friendly environment
Cons:
Noise from the bar
Shared bathroom

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Several reviews praised the cleanliness of the rooms and shared facilities, though some noted a shared bathroom.
Service
8.6
Mixed feedback regarding staff attention; while some reviews expressed satisfaction, others desired more personal interaction.
Location
9.14
Consistently rated as excellent due to its proximity to attractions and the charm of Battery Point.
Room Quality
8.39
Rooms were generally described as clean and comfortable, with some mentioning size issues.
Amenities
8.62
Amenities received positive mentions, especially the shared kitchen and bar.
Value for Money
8.88
Value highlighted as strong considering the location and overall experience.
Food and Beverage
9.03
Dining experiences were frequently praised, especially the food quality at the restaurant.
Overall Experience
8.9
Overall experiences were very positive, with many guests expressing enjoyment of their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:30

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Hobart, Shipwrights Arms Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions such as Short Beach and Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre.

Comfortable Accommodation
Select rooms are equipped with a full kitchen, providing guests with the convenience of preparing their meals. Each room also includes cozy bed linens and towels for a relaxing stay.

Nearby Attractions
Explore nearby landmarks like Theatre Royal and Parliament Square, making it a perfect choice for travelers interested in sightseeing and exploring the city.

Book your stay at Shipwrights Arms Hotel now and experience the perfect blend of convenience and comfort during your visit to Hobart.

Important information:

Credit Card surcharges apply. Mastercard and Visa attract a 1.5% surcharge and American Express will attract a 1.8% surcharge.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1165 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 8.6
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 9.03
Overall Experience: 8.9
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Elizabeth • couple • au
8
Convenient.
Pros:

It was convenient with restaurants and bar facilities and close to cafes, restaurants etc.

Cons:

It didn’t have a lift which when you are in your 70’s is important.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • us
9
Grab a beer at the pub and hang out with some local characters.
Pros:

Great ambiance, history and staff were lovely. Room was very comfortable. Different dining options within the hotel. The pub was the best. Good happy hour specials, too.

Cons:

Location of Battery Point is beautiful to walk through. City Center is a little farther and may be a challenge for those who have mobility issues.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • solo_traveller • au
8
Convenient.
Pros:

Centrally located within walking distance of shops, cafes, Salamanca Market etc.

Cons:

Lots is stairs and no lift.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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chloe • solo_traveller • au
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • solo_traveller • au
7
Pros:

Location

Cons:

All good

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Clayton • solo_traveller • au
9
Great location, friendly staff, will return.
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alison • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • au
7
Great stay at Shippies
Pros:

The location was great for walking to Salamanca, the city and around beautiful Battery Point streets. Jackson and McRoss bakery was just a short walk away. The pub renovation is excellent. Parking is available and free. The shared kitchen and sitting space was very welcome. We had an enjoyable drink in the bar and dinner at the restaurant and the food was great quality. We loved the Maritime history and memorabilia.

Cons:

We were there Friday night and the noise from the bar and restaurant was noticeable to about 11pm. This was expected and we were fine with it, but others may not be. We would have liked a small tv in the room to watch tv in bed.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Todd • solo_traveller • au
10
Great Hobart stay
Pros:

Great location and easy walk to Salamanca and the wharf area.

The room was clean and comfortable and well appointed.

The guest kitchen had all the standards tea/coffee amenities plus bread and cereal and condiments to make a quick breakfast.

The restaurant down stairs provided great meals.

Great affordable accommodation all round.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Mashood • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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shona • couple • au
10
Great value in a prime location
Pros:

The location was excellent. Room was clean and the shared kitchen well provisioned which we weren’t expecting

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Katja • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

Great clean and refurbished rooms in great location, excellent value for money, exceeded expectations. The shippies as locally known is in a perfect quiet residential location 5 mins to salamanca. The staff were fabulous and accomodating, the restaurant downstairs was great and fabulous wine list, my favourite was the seafood chowder. Thursday night jazz in the front bar was great. Saying that the rooms were very quiet, beds comfy, everything grest. Ill be back!! Thanks for looking after me.

Cons:

Nothing!!

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • au
10
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Yat Yi Karis • couple • au
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Bobby • couple • es
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Lily • family_with_children • au
9
Beautiful rooms, an unbeatable location and everything you need just steps away.
Pros:

We had such a great stay! The location was fantastic, within easy walking distance of great restaurants, cafés and the centre of town. The rooms were nicer than we expected, really spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean. We also loved the convenience of being able to simply head downstairs for a meal or a glass of wine. Would definitely recommend and happily stay again!

Cons:

Nothing was a great stay.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Ngoc Hoang Thy • solo_traveller • au
9
I'll surely comeback if I'm back to Hobart.
Pros:

The place was beautifully built and designed, great ambiance and decoration. Great location, the neighbourhood is so artsy and peaceful, nearby lots of restaurants. The room smells great, everything was perfect.

Cons:

It's just they don't have staffs dedicated for the hotel. However, everything was dedicatedly planned and documented. So it's not much of a disadvantage.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • au
10
Pros:

The bathroom and particularly the size of the shower in Room 7.

Cons:

The 'blue' bed lights were useless for reading in bed.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Carol • couple • au
10
No problems
Pros:

Easy to everything.
Good food and drinks

Cons:

Fun nights
Good parking

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee