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Launceston’s hotels cluster in two areas: the city centre and the Seaport waterfront, with resort-style stays a short drive out in Prospect Vale and the Tamar Valley. Expect $150-300 a night for a good mid-range room, budget options from about $110, and river-view suites above $300. Check the Launceston weather by month page for what to pack by season, and see the full Launceston travel guide for city context.
Where to Stay in Launceston: City Centre and CBD
The CBD puts restaurants, the Brisbane Street Mall and the museum on your doorstep, and it is the best base without a car. These three cover the range from suites to budget. For area context, read the Launceston neighborhoods guide.
Suggested Hotels in the City Centre
The Sebel Launceston
A four-star boutique of 52 self-contained suites at the corner of St John and William Streets, two minutes from the CBD, Seaport and the Tamar River, with the Bluestone Bar and Kitchen on the ground floor. Best for longer stays and business travellers who want a full suite with a kitchenette and balcony. Check rates and availability
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
The city’s largest hotel, 165 rooms at 29 Cameron Street with the Avenue Restaurant and a location two minutes from the Brisbane Street Mall. Best for first-time visitors who want to be in the centre of everything. Check rates and availability
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel and Apartments
A three-star Edwardian hotel and self-contained apartments at 147 Paterson Street, beside Penny Royal Adventures and a 10-minute walk from Cataract Gorge. Best for families and budget travellers who want kitchen space near the gorge. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Launceston: Seaport and the Waterfront
The Seaport marina and the Invermay riverbank are the scenic option, a five-minute walk across the footbridge to the city centre, with river views and Cataract Gorge nearby. Pair your stay with the things to do in Launceston list and the events and festivals calendar.
Suggested Hotels in Seaport
Peppers Silo Hotel
A nine-storey hotel converted from four 1960s grain silos on the Tamar River bank at 89 Lindsay Street, with round rooms, a day spa and the Grain of the Silos restaurant. Best for couples who want a design-led stay with river and gorge views. Check rates and availability
Peppers Seaport Hotel
A 60-room hotel on the Seaport marina at 28 Seaport Boulevard, with balconies over the water, the Mudbar restaurant and a spot where the North and South Esk rivers meet. Best for travellers who want waterfront dining and marina views. Check rates and availability
Country Club Tasmania
A 4.5-star resort in Prospect Vale, a 10-minute drive from the CBD, with an 18-hole golf course, casino, indoor pool and several restaurants on site. Best for families and golfers who want a self-contained resort base for the Tamar Valley. Check rates and availability
For the right timing, use the best time to visit guide, and read the travel tips and FAQ page for airport transfers.
