Mövenpick Hotel Hobart: A Sweet Treat In The City

Elevate your stay in Hobart at the Mövenpick Hotel, where sophisticated style and local flavour come together for an unforgettable stay.

Nestled in the heart of picturesque Hobart, the Mövenpick Hotel Hobart was the first Mövenpick hotel to open in Australia, elevating the luxury accommodation offerings in the region. The modern tower in the city centre offers all the comforts of a hotel alongside exceptional views, sophisticated Italian dining and plenty of chocolatey goodness.

Heading to the port city? Here’s everything you need to know before booking a stay at this chic accommodation that boasts contemporary comfort with Tasmanian charm.

Location

The hotel has an excellent CBD location, just a two-minute walk to the Elizabeth Street Mall and a five-minute walk to the Hobart waterfront. You’ll be surrounded by plenty of eateries and good coffee shops, and it’s a 10-minute walk to Salamanca Place, home to the famous Salamanca Market. The airport is an easy 20-minute drive away.

the aerial view of Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — Mövenpick Hotel Hobart is in the heart of the city.

Style and character

The 18-level Mövenpick exudes a refined hotel ambience. Designed by Jaws Architects, the hotel features a colour palette that reflects the natural beauty of Tasmania, including terracotta, blues, deep browns, and creams. Expect a decent-sized lobby with a scattering of modern seating in two lounge areas, defined by plush carpets, marble accents, dark timber panelling and elegant mirrors. The same design carries through to the guestrooms.

a look inside the living room at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — Marble accents, plush seating, and striking decor elements create an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. (Image: Emily Mcauliffe)

Rooms

The 221-room hotel is the third tallest building in Hobart, which means the top levels sit above much of the cityscape and offer some spectacular views. All rooms are spacious, and the deluxe rooms are the pick, offering an outlook over Mount Wellington and the city, or the waterfront, and the superior rooms have at least partial views. If you can afford the view, take it, as waking up to a panoramic vista across beautiful Hobart through floor-to-ceiling windows certainly elevates the experience.

the bed at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — The hotel’s position as the 3rd tallest building in Hobart allows guests to soak up fantastic views.

Rooms come with a comfortable bed, small table and chairs, 43-55" TV, rain shower, high-quality YUNI bath and body amenities, and a Nespresso machine..

a huge window overlooking the city at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — Panoramic vistas will make your stay worthwhile.

Facilities

Being an inner-city hotel, facilities are limited to a basic gym (though it does include a Peloton bike) and conference rooms, plus an onsite restaurant. There’s no parking at the hotel itself, but valet parking is available, in addition to a paid parking lot a couple of blocks away.

There were a few things overlooked due to some staff being new – my bag was late to my room and the reception desk was unattended a couple of times when we tried to call about parking – but overall the service was good.

the bathroom at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — The ensuite bathrooms are spacious and modern.

Food and drink

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in Tesoro, a modern Italian restaurant, which is located on the ground floor and looks onto the street through floor-to-ceiling windows. The venue feels intimate with stylish with studded booth seating running down the centre of the space under a low ceiling, and smaller tables pushed against walls adorned with big black and white murals accented by pops of red.

For a sense of theatre, the chef can be seen grilling vegetables and roasting pizzas in the woodfired oven behind a glass panel. You can order said pizzas for a casual meal, pasta or meats from the grill (including Tassie’s famously succulent Cape Grim beef), or the ‘chef’s road trip’ set menu, which lets you sample four courses, including local seafood and meats. Though food is fresh and, in many cases, sourced from local Tassie producers (like Imago Bakery, which makes the hotel’s charcoal-activated black bread), some dishes lack balance and seasoning.

The cheesecake with almond crumble and poached pear is a menu highlight. There’s a solid drinks menu, including Tasmanian whiskey and gin.

the restaurant at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — Dine at the intimate and modern Tesoro restaurant.

An à la carte hot menu is offered for breakfast, in addition to a continental buffet. Barista coffee comes at an extra cost.

Given the Mövenpick’s roots as a chocolate company, the hotel’s signature experience is its ‘chocolate hour’ every afternoon in the hotel lobby. Here, guests can sample a generous selection of complimentary sweet treats.

the interior details of Mövenpick Hotel Hobart — Enjoy complimentary treats. (Image: Emily Mcauliffe)

Access for guests with disabilities?

There are 13 accessible rooms, with two room types available – those with a king bed, and those with two queens. There is also a suite that interconnects with an accessible room. Unfortunately, accessible rooms don’t have a view.

Family-friendly?

The Mövenpick is a great choice for families, and kids are enticed with free Mövenpick ice cream throughout their stay. Parents can borrow baby baths, night lights and toilet trainer seats during their stay and kids under 12 can stay free if using existing bed configurations (e.g. rooms with two queens). Rollaways can be added for an additional cost, while cots are complimentary.

Kids with a sweet tooth will love the chocolate hour, and you can also opt to purchase a ‘chocology’ afternoon, with adults enjoying six chocolate treats, an affogato and sparkling wine, while kids under 12 can indulge in four sweet treats, plus ice-cream and a milkshake.

Details

Address: 28 Elizabeth St, Hobart

Best for: Families and those who love the comforts of a hotel in a central location

Price: From $254 per night

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In the cool shade of Kunyani/ Mt Wellington, Hobart has earned a reputation. Home to culture-defining Dark MOFO, the city blends rugged, raw wilderness and rule-breaking galleries. But, step beyond the thrumming capital’s border and you’ll find a new perspective: historic towns, Jurassic-era cliffs and a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. With ALL Accor as your home away from home, fill your days with epicurean odysseys and wild scenery on the best day trips from Hobart.

Where to stay

Behind every good road trip is the perfect home base. Somewhere central to review your camera roll, make the most of Hobart’s dining scene and relax before setting off again.

For modern, Tasmanian-inspired design, book a stay at the Movenpick Hotel Hobart . Standing at the Salamanca Markets, look to the Hobart skyline and the award-winning hotel will catch your eye. As the third-tallest building in the CBD, the views across the harbour toward Antarctica are totally unique to your room. Here, end each day at the daily free chocolate hour (plus a free Movenpick ice cream for the little ones).

For a more budget-conscious option, head to the picture book, sandstone buildings of Macquarie Street. Nestled along the buzzing, historic streetscape, you’ll find Tasmania’s biggest hotel: the Ibis Styles . Return home each day to defrost in one of the hotel’s two saunas. Make use of the proximity to MONA, or take an easy stroll to the candy-coloured cottages of Battery Point between your adventures.

A stylish, Tasmanian-inspired bedroom at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart, your perfect base for relaxing after the best day trips from Hobart. — Elevate your Hobart stay with sleek style at Mövenpick.

1. Bruny Island

Craggy cliffs and tropical-hued, white sand beaches signal your arrival to Bruny Island/ Lunawanna-Alonnah.

Start your day trip at the island’s most iconic spot, the Neck Game Reserve. Scale the Trunganini steps to gaze out over the teensy stretch of land that juts through the sea connecting the two ends of the island.

Catch a rare glimpse of the white furred wallabies that call Bruny Island home at Adventure Bay. Then, for ocean-fresh oysters, pull into the drive-thru window at Get Shucked . Sample Bruny Island cheese at the cellar door before catching the ferry home with an esky full of local produce.

Bruny Island Neck is an isthmus of land connecting north and south Bruny Island. — Begin your adventure with a climb and a view. (Image: Elise Weaver)

2. Mount Wellington

At 1271 metres, Mount Wellington watches protectively over Hobart. Follow the winding road to climb through alpine forest and tufts of snow to reach the summit. Gaze down over Hobart and out to sea, or over your shoulder to the southwestern wilderness.

Reset your adrenaline with a mountain bike ride back down. Or, make like the locals and head into the mountain on foot. Try the hike to the Jurassic-period Organ Pipes which slips under the mountain’s magnificent dolerite cliffs (perfect for families thanks to the trail’s minimal incline).

For a view of Mount Wellington itself, hike nearby Cathedral Rock.

No matter where you are in Hobart you are never far away from the City's beloved mountain, Kunanyi / Mount Wellington — Climb through alpine forest to the summit. (Image: Paul Flemming)

2. Port Arthur

Constructed entirely by convicts, the manicured gardens and penal buildings of Port Arthur offer a day trip that practically hums with history.

The rugged, seagirt location was chosen for its difficult escape conditions. Now, you can cruise the coast below the towering, jagged cliffs of the Tasman National Park or wander the sloping fields of fragrant lavender.

Tickets to Port Arthur include a walking tour and harbour cruise. See the Isle of the Dead where 1000 men are buried in marked and unmarked graves. And Point Puer, Britain’s first prison for children.

The Port Arthur Historic Site is one of Australia's most important heritage sites and tourist destinations. Located on the scenic Turrakana / Tasman Peninsula in the south east of Tasmania, it offers a unique and essential experience for all visitors to the area. — Wander convict-built grounds and gardens. (Image: Dearna Bond)

3. Launceston

You’ll find Launceston at the confluence of three rivers after an easy 2.5-hour drive from Hobart. Launceston is a patchwork of old and new. Here, heritage streetscapes meet modern architecture.

Visit Cataract Gorge, the green, sun-dappled heart of the town and sacred meeting point for Tasmania’s indigenous communities. Pull up at roadside produce stalls that dot the Tamar Valley, or dine out. Launceston is, after all, a UNESCO City of Gastronomy.

Should the local wine scene persuade you, simply extend your time in Launceston at Peppers Silo (but definitely at least stop by the onsite restaurant, Grain of the Silo , for a farm fresh menu) or Mercure Launceston before heading back to Hobart.

Walk the sunlit paths of Cataract Gorge. (Image: Nick H Visuals)

4. Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

Take a 35-minute drive from your hotel and you’ll find Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary . This social enterprise is run by a team of extremely passionate Tasmanians with a mission to look after critically endangered species who have found sanctuary here after facing extinction on the mainland.

Choose to wander the sanctuary at your own pace or join a guided tour (free with your ticket) to come face to face with Tassie’s most iconic species. Tasmanian Devils, wombats and echidnas are part of the free tour. You can book up close encounters with your favourite animals, too.

Bonorong is a Sanctuary for wildlife run by a passionate team of like-minded people. We're a social enterprise: a little business with a big heart. — Snap a cuddle-worthy encounter. (Image: Tourism Australia)

5. Richmond Village & Coal River Valley

Richmond is a town that belongs in a snow globe. Fifty colonial-era, Georgian buildings have been painstakingly restored and turned into cafes, cosy restaurants and galleries. Visit Richmond Gaol , said to be the home of a prisoner so vile he inspired Charles Dickens to pen Oliver Twist’s Fagin.

Then, follow the Coal River as it flows past grassy, duckling-dotted knolls and under the iconic Richmond Bridge, the oldest bridge in Australia. From the crest of the bridge, see the oldest Catholic Church in Australia. The river crawls past many cellar doors, perfect for a day of wine tasting.

Richmond is a picture-perfect town in the Coal River Valley wine region, offering a glimpse into early colonial life, one of the best day trips from Hobart. — Trace the river through history and wine country. (Image: Fin Matson)

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Mövenpick Hotel Hobart: a sweet treat in the city