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Wrest Point Hobart

Australia's original licensed tower, suited to heritage-minded travellers and Tasmanian touring.

Wrest Point Hobart
Wrest Point Hobart, Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast

The property in full

The character of Wrest Point Hobart is best summarised as australia's original licensed tower. It stands in Sydney, Melbourne, and the Gold Coast, and this review works through the rooms, the service standards, the restaurants, and the logistics of a stay.

We would point heritage-minded travellers and Tasmanian touring here first. Anyone whose trip looks materially different should read further down the catalogue before booking. The defining elements are 1973 founding tower, revolving restaurant and derwent river views.

The most useful thing we can tell you is this: the country's first licensed resort, still running a revolving restaurant. Factor it into the booking and the rest of the stay generally looks after itself.

Style: Australia's original licensed tower

Suits heritage-minded travellers and Tasmanian touring

What sets it apart

  • 1973 founding tower
  • Revolving restaurant
  • Derwent River views

Guest policies

Minimum check-in age
Guests must be 21 or older to check in, and government photo identification is required at the desk for every adult on the booking.
Check-in and check-out
Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 11:00. Early arrival and late departure are subject to availability on the day.
Deposit
A card pre-authorisation or cash deposit is taken at check-in to cover incidental charges, and released after departure.
Smoking and pets
Guest rooms are non-smoking. Assistance animals are always accommodated; other pet policies vary and should be confirmed with the property.

Practical questions

Is there a resort or facility fee?

Expect a nightly facility or resort charge at many properties. It is not included in the headline rate, so check the full total.

Is the property accessible?

Accessible rooms are available, but layouts vary considerably. Contact the property directly to confirm the specific configuration and the route from parking to your floor.

Is the pool open year round?

Guests have pool access at no extra charge. Hours and seasonal closures vary, and outdoor water is not always available year-round.