With along long history and a delightful and charming garden that features the stunning and unique views of Mount Wellington, Islington is a very special and exclusive hotel that is ornamented with antiques and fine arts and grabs the attention of all those tourists who take flights to Hobart. It is the most perfect location for all those who desire the very best in life.
Presented in an ambiance of tranquility, luxury and serenity and surrounded by personalized service, you would undoubtedly enjoy your stay here. The hotel acts as an outstanding example of Regency and was built in 1847. It has recently been updated to include the little necessities and amenities and also been restored to showcase the property’s original glory.
Coupled with contemporary elements and reflecting the eclectic blend of by-gone days, there are 11 sumptuously furnished guest rooms that are known for the distinctive and unique characteristics. Inspired by the early Tasmanians who provided inspiration for the hotel, each room has a distinguished and impressive design. Each one of these accommodations has been resplendent with fabulous imported fabrics, famous deeply comfortable king size Islington Angel beds and fine antiques.
For extra warmth and comfort these beds are made with the latest latex material and wool has also been embedded in to several layers. You can opt to stay in the Signature room (a genuine epitome of grand living that is very famous for its ultimate tranquility), Regency Rooms (reflecting the unique characters of Tasmanian heritage, these rooms are divided as Courtyard, Wellington and Holebrook), Garden Rooms and Attic Rooms.
You will be amazed a large variety of amenities in all of them such as Air-conditioning & floor heating throughout, Writing desk, Iron & ironing board, In-room safe, Tea & coffee making facilities, Cable television, LCD flat screen TV DVD / CD players, Free broadband internet access, Complimentary mini-bar, Antique furniture, separate rain shower, Marble bathroom with deep bathtub and Individual fabrics designed and supplied by Jim Thompson.
The focus is always organic, local and seasonal and thus the restaurants feature some unique flavors. Islington Kitchen is known for the best freshest ingredients and the specialties are local black truffles depending on season, wild mushrooms, tender spring lamb, grass fed Black Angus beef, oysters fresh from the water and line caught deep sea fish. Other dining options are Garagistes (naturally fermented, preservative free and most innovative wines), Smolt (individual pizzas from the Italian and Spanish, Small plates and also some main courses), Piccolo, Me Wah and The Battery Point Steak House.
The hotel also features Laundry & dry cleaning facilities, Secure off street parking 24 hour guest services, Hotel car for city & airport transfers, Honour bar system, Extensive wine cellar, DVD & CD library – WIFI Internet, 6 Fireplaces, Gift shop, Conservatory, Music room / Study, Drawing room, Library / Meeting room, Outside glass pavilion with open fire & BBQ facility, Sweeping views to Mount Wellington, Andrew Pfeiffer designed landscaped gardens and Tasmania’s premier Luxury Lodge in the City.
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