Peppers Seaport Launceston
28 Seaport Boulevard
Launceston
Tasmania 7250
Australia

https://www.peppers.com.au/seaport/


Spacious And Comfortable Stay

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 8
Visited: Sep-2024
Ambience & Setting: 8
Food & Beverage: 5
Service: 9
Value for Money: 10
Budget about AUD $440 / SGD $385 per person.
- $385 Accommodation 4D3N


Nearby Attractions: Cataract Gorge, Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Launceston City Park, Devonport Maritime Museum, Tamar Island Wetlands, Mersey Bluff Lighthouse, Don River, Little Penguin Observation Centre, National Automobile Museum Of Tasmania, Fern Glade Reserve, Guide Falls, Queen Victoria Museum And Art Gallery, Burnie Regional Museum, Gunns Plains Cave, Cradle Mountain - Lake St Clair National Park, Sisters Beach, Design Centre Tasmania, Launceston Ghost Tour, Boag's Brewery, Marakoopa Cave, Tarkine Forest Adventures At Dismal Swamp, Montezuma Falls


Hotel Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, 1 Restaurant (Mudbar Restaurant), 1 Cafe (Tidal Café), 1 Lounge (Lobby Lounge), Cable Television, In-Room Kitchenette, In-Room Washer & Dryer, On-Site Parking, Hair Salon (Salon Kephi), Board Games On Request, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Cooking, Hair Styling & Treatments, Board Games


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Introduction
Located about 15 minutes drive away from the Launceston regional airport in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia, the Peppers Seaport Launceston is a relaxing 4-star hotel by the North Esk River. In my opinion, the Peppers Seaport Launceston is among the most enjoyable and comfortable hotels I've ever stayed in, with just a slight hiccup regarding security.


Ambience
Ambience at Peppers Seaport Launceston is tranquil and relaxing. The building overlooks the North Esk River and a pier, with the Riverbend Park just across a bridge. The decor is slightly dated, but the place is brightly lit and warm, with a pleasant signature scent and welcome drinks at the lobby. Great watching the sunrise and sunset over the balcony.


Room
Rooms at Peppers Seaport Launceston are spacious and comfortable. We had a large living room with dining room, balcony, and in-room kitchenette that also housed a separate washer and dryer. The queen size bed was clean and comfortable, as was the bathroom. The wireless connectivity is fast and stable. Nice homely feel, I greatly enjoyed staying here.


Food
Food at Peppers Seaport Launceston is completely outsourced to the Tidal Café and Mudbar Restaurant, both independent providers. It's decent if you really have to dine here, but there are better food options just a short walk away along the river front. The in-room kitchenette also enables preparation of simple meals.


Service
Service at Peppers Seaport Launceston is friendly and helpful. Staff are knowledgeable and polite in interacting with guests. We did experience a minor incident, wherein the door to our rooms were left open and unlocked for a few hours, but fortunately, we returned to find nothing stolen or missing. Staff apologised profusely for this security breach. This however, has not diminished my enthusiasm and willingness to stay here.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Peppers Seaport Launceston are basic and almost non-existent. The gymnasium is outsourced to another hotel within walking distance, and there is no business centre or meeting rooms on-site. Being just a basic place for living / staying, you'd best look to other hotels if you need business or leisure facilities. However, the stay at Peppers Seaport Launceston is fantastic barring that slight security hiccup, and I would return again to stay at Peppers Seaport Launceston hotel.


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Hobart Food Trail 2024

Deepavali 2024

Halloween 2024

Hobart Street Food - Part 2


More Hobart Street Food that I've tried during other visits to Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, continuing from Part 1.

Chicken Parmigiana

Home In Brighton Hobart
Unit 4
32 Andrew Street
Brighton
Hobart
Tasmania 7030
Australia

https://www.booking.com/hotel/au/home-in-brighton-brighton.en-gb.html


Cozy Well-Equipped Entire Home

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 8
Visited: Sep-2024
Ambience & Setting: 7
Food & Beverage: N.A.
Service: 8
Value for Money: 9
Budget about AUD $470 / SGD $410 per person.
- $410 Accommodation 3D2N


Nearby Attractions: Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Theatre Royal, Museum Of Old And New Art (MONA), Maritime Museum Of Tasmania, Salamanca Place, Salamanca Arts Centre, Bonorong Wildlife Park, Cascade Brewery, Kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Wrest Point Casino, Tasmanian Devil Unzoo Conservation Park / Taranna Wildlife Park, Cadbury's Chocolate Factory, Shot Tower, Lark Distillery, Derwent River, Tasman Bridge, Tasmanian Cricket Museum, Battery Point, Tasmanian Museum And Art Gallery, Hobart Convict Penitentiary, Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum


Hotel Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, Cable Television, Fully Stocked Kitchen, Board Games, Washer & Dryer, On-Site Parking


Hotel Activities: Internet Surfing, Cooking, Gaming


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Hobart international airport in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia, the Home In Brighton Hobart isn't a hotel, though it's listed on hotel booking sites. The Home In Brighton Hobart is actually an entire house, rather like an AirBnB short-term rental stay, a 3-bedroom 2-bathroom home that's cozy and fully equipped.


Ambience
Ambience at Home In Brighton Hobart is quiet and peaceful, as the plot of land it sits on is surrounded by 3 other privately-owned units. The area is a relatively quiet urban suburb, if not for the ongoing roadworks during our visit, which fortunately, was only during the day.


Room
Rooms at Home In Brighton Hobart are clean and comfortable, each of the 3-bedrooms having comfortable beds and large wardrobes. Each bed has an electric mattress warmer. The 2-bathrooms are clean, and I appreciate the powerful heating lamps. Sufficient toiletries and towels were provided.


Food
Food at Home In Brighton Hobart is non-existent, as it's a regular house. Fortunately, the kitchen and pantry is fully stocked with cooking utensils and condiments, enabling us to cook our own meals. The nearest eating places are in the nearby towns, which you'll have to drive to.


Service
Service at Home In Brighton Hobart is good. Host Thomas ensured the place was clean and well-stocked with amenities, and was responsive. Equipment within the house was functional, and we likewise ensured we cleaned the place before we left.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Home In Brighton Hobart are decent. There's cable television and board games, as well as some light reading materials like magazines. The wi-fi was fast and stable, and the separate washer and dryer was most welcome. The Home In Brighton Hobart is among the best short-term rental stays I've experienced.


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Melbourne Food Trail 2024

Mantra On Russell Melbourne
222 Russell Street
Melbourne Central Business District
Melbourne
Victoria 3000
Australia

https://www.mantraonrussell.com.au/


Aging But Spacious Hotel In The City Centre

(Ratings: On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 = Worst and 10 = Best)
Overall: 7
Visited: Sep-2024
Ambience & Setting: 6
Food & Beverage: 8
Service: 8
Value for Money: 7
Budget about AUD $590 / SGD $525 per person.
- $525 Accommodation 4D3N


Nearby Attractions: Flinders Street Railway Station, Federation Square, Melbourne Museum, Shrine Of Remembrance, Eureka Tower, Yarra Bend Park, Southbank Promenade, Queen Victoria Market, Immigration Museum, Police Museum, Old Melbourne Gaol, Royal Exhibition Building And Carlton Gardens, Melbourne Zoo, Luna Park, St Kilda Pier, Royal Botanic Gardens, Woodlands Historic Park, Brighton Beach, Koorie Heritage Trust, Hosier Lane, AC/DC Lane, St Paul's Cathedral


Hotel Facilities: Business Centre, Free Wi-Fi, 1 Restaurant (Home Kitchen And Bar), Gymnasium, 1 Lounge (Lobby Lounge), Cable Television, Meeting Rooms, Swimming Pool, Sauna, In-Room Kitchenette, On-Site Parking, Currency Exchange Service


Hotel Activities: Work Out, Internet Surfing, Meetings, Cooking, Swimming, Sauna, Spa


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Introduction
Located about 30 minutes drive away from the Tullamarine international airport in Melbourne, Australia, the Mantra On Russell Melbourne is both a serviced apartment and 4-star hotel, offering dated but fully-equipped liveable spaces with the attractive perk of being conveniently located in the city centre. Mantra On Russell Melbourne offers a comfortable stay at good value.


Ambience
Ambience at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is dated, with minimal decor and shades of grey. Beyond this however, the high floors offer a good lookout over the city, and for the affordability, is an area we can overlook in favour of the value for money.


Room
Rooms at Mantra On Russell Melbourne are spacious and comfortable. We stayed at the 1-bedroom Studio Apartment, which has a comfortable bed, spacious working desk, and basic kitchenette for quick meals. The in-room wi-fi is fast and stable, while the bathroom is decently stocked with fresh amenities.


Food
Food at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is served at the Home Kitchen And Bar, quality of dishes was well-executed and delicious. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet, and it's worthwhile to make advance bookings. They also offer complimentary still and sparkling water outside the conference rooms, which is a plus.


Service
Service at Mantra On Russell Melbourne is friendly and accommodating. Staff were polite and very helpful in ensuring guests requests were fulfilled. Housekeeping is hardworking and efficient, cleaning up spaces thoroughly.


Facilities & Activities
The facilities and activities at Mantra On Russell Melbourne are adequate. The gymnasium is small but well-equipped, while the indoor heated pool was welcoming. There's a small sauna on-site, and massage parlours just adjacent. Meetings rooms are decently equipped. The best thing about Mantra On Russell Melbourne is their convenient location, within walking distance to a variety of shopping, entertainment, and dining options.


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Mid-Autumn Festival 2024