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Old Bishop's Quarters offers 5 different and unique 1-2 bedroom apartments, within an acre of gardens, with water or mountain views. Guests enjoy free Wifi, BBQ facilities, laundry facilities and car parking with views to the River Derwent or Mount Wellington. Old Bishop's Quarters is within a 10min walk to Sandy Bay and Battery Point. The Royal Yacht Club, Salamanca and University of Tasmania are all less than 15 minutes walk. It is a 5 minute drive from Hobart CBD. Each apartment has independent access. Smart TVs and streaming facilities along with Bluetooth speakers in each apartment. Most of our guests enjoy eating out, our kitchenette provide fridge, kettle & toaster with coffee making facilities. Our larger apartments have dishwasher and microwave. BBQ is available. All bathrooms have underfloor heating.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Hobart, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
3 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 twin bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paul
    Canada Canada
    What a gem. Unique and private, a lovely cottage with everything one might wish for and more. A 15 minute walk to Hobart CBD and just a short stroll to Sandy Bay beach and shops. And the copper tub of Maud’s Cottage is to die for.
  • Susan
    Australia Australia
    Loved the welcome package and there was very good amenities.
  • Scottydogs
    Australia Australia
    This is a great place to stay and close to everything and is really quiet. The host's and staff Rebecca and Annemiek are super nice people and very accommodating as we arrived very late that night. This is a must stay when in town each of the...
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location to explore Hobart & Tasmania with the family. Very comfortable & clean accomodation which we would certainly book again if visiting Hobart.
  • Kerry
    Australia Australia
    This property exceeded all hopes and in every way. From the immediate first aesthetic impressions to the lovely instrumental music playing on arrival on the comp iPad for your use it’s a dream. The beds were comfortable, the bathroom simple but...
  • Yumna
    United States of America United States of America
    central location with a historical twist - lovely! everything was thoughtfully provisioned and very comfortable.
  • Ana
    Australia Australia
    Rebecca goes above and beyond to make you feel home. We have had a great surprise with the accommodation. So comfortable and cozy. Temperature of the apartment always nice and ward (in freezing Tassie!), nice warm bathroom floors, comfy beds,...
  • Seva
    Australia Australia
    Loved the garden and Monty's Hideout spot felt so secluded, which made it a super private feel. The room was cosy and had a lot of amazing features. In particular the shower that was high enough to fit me as a 6'10" giant. I didn't want to get...
  • Anne
    Australia Australia
    Character-filled apartment with lovely outlook, beautifully appointed, great location, off street parking, very helpful hosts.
  • Teagan
    Australia Australia
    The apartment was beautiful, modern, clean in a great spot not too busy it was easy to navigate to and quiet of a night . it was spacious enough for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. We really enjoyed our stay thanks again

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello. For Old Bishop's Two-Bedroom Apartment With Sea View - Tutors Two-Bedroom Apartment with Courtyard - School House are the shower's walk-in or o..

    The School House Apartment has some DDA features like easy access, a large bathroom, no stairs, but is not DDA compliant. The bath and shower are sepa..
    Answered on 20 June 2022
  • are you in walking distance to salamanca markets and constitution dock for derwent river cruise?

    Thank you for your enquiry. Old Bishop's Quarters is located 15 minutes walking distance to Salamanca Market and Constitution Dock. A nice easy scenic..
    Answered on 11 July 2022
  • Are there free parking?

    Yes, we provide free parking. One car space per apartment.
    Answered on 17 September 2023
  • Hi there could you supply travel cots at all? We have 2 9 month old twins. Thanks

    OBQ is popular with families of all ages and we are happy to provide a travel cot and/or highchair. We understand what it’s like to travel with little ones .
    Answered on 16 April 2021
  • Does this accommodation have a bath?

    Yes, the Old School House apartment has a bath. Kind regards Rebecca
    Answered on 27 October 2019
  • Is there parking ?

    yes, we have 1 off street carpark per apartment at old Bishop's Quarters
    Answered on 8 October 2020
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Managed by Rebecca

Company review score: 9.5Based on 203 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Rebecca is a health professional who has enjoyed living abroad for a number of years. She has a passion for gardening and tries her hand at sewing, furniture restoration and more. Dermot, born in Ireland has now found his home in Tasmania after working in busy London for many years. If he is not reading or cycling he can be found out on the water.

Property info

The apartment is located within the grounds of a heritage listed house dating back to 1837. While it is a private residence we welcome guests to our apartments, sharing its history and proximity to the city. Meandering about the garden can be arranged with the owners during your stay.

Neighborhood info

It is located a gentle stroll of 10min to Salamanca/Battery Point and conveniently close to Sandy Bay Village. The street is grandly tree lined with English Plane trees making it feel more like an Avenue in Summer.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View
  • Garden view
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

< 1 year old
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
1 year old
Crib upon request
AUD 10 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per child, per night
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 35 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
AUD 50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation 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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

FAQs about Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation

  • Check-in at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Yes, Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation (subject to availability) that can accommodate:

      • 2 guests
      • 4 guests
      • 6 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation on this page.

    • The nearest beach is 3,100 feet from Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation is 0.8 miles from the center of Hobart. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation on this page.

    • You can choose from a number of accommodation options at Old Bishop's Quarters Heritage, Modern & Unique Accommodation (subject to availability) that have:

      • 1 bedroom
      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.