Accommodation in Hobart and the South East

Founded in 1804 and declared a city in 1842, Hobart is rich in reminders of its colonial past. It is Australia's second-oldest city (after Sydney) and more than 90 of the city's buildings are National Trust-classified.

Hobart is nestled on the western shore of the River Derwent and at the foot of Mount Wellington, which is often snowcapped in the winter months. There are panoramic vistas of the city available from the mountain's superb lookouts.

Like most Australian capitals, Hobart's lifestyle is defined by water; it is a riverside city with a bustling harbour, surrounded by picturesque harbourside warehouses. The harbour remains integral to the city's economy. Only metres from the business district are the docks where overseas ships moor, supplies are loaded for Australia's Antarctic bases and fishing vessels return with their catch. The waterfront area is the focal point for visitors to Hobart, as it is the site for many of the city's tourist attractions.