Hobart hotel prices spike around a few unmistakable events: Dark Mofo in June and the Sydney to Hobart finish in late December. Whether you’re comparing Hobart hotel deals for a waterfront stay or hotel deals Hobart offers a short walk from Salamanca, the lowest headline rate isn’t always the best value. This guide looks at what moves the price, where to stay, and how IHG, Marriott Bonvoy and Accor fit in, each with a free loyalty program.
Where to Stay in Hobart, and Which Hotel Groups Are There
Hobart is small and walkable, centred on Sullivans Cove, Salamanca Place and the CBD. Constitution Dock, the finish line of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, and the waterfront are within easy walking distance of the central hotels, and MONA is reached by the MR1 MONA Roma ferry from Brooke Street Pier. If you’re looking for hotels near Salamanca Market, the waterfront and CBD hotels below are all within a short walk. Street parking is limited, so if you’re arriving by car, ask your hotel about parking before you book.
Here is where IHG, Marriott Bonvoy and Accor have hotels in Hobart, by area:
| Area | IHG, Marriott and Accor hotels |
|---|---|
| Waterfront and Salamanca | Marriott: The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart. Accor: Mantra One Sandy Bay Road Hobart. |
| CBD | IHG: Crowne Plaza Hobart. Accor: Mövenpick Hotel Hobart, ibis Styles Hobart, Mantra on Collins Hobart. |
Hobart Airport is about 18 kilometres from the CBD. If you’re hiring a car, see our Hobart car rental guide.
When Hobart Hotel Prices Are Highest
Dark Mofo. MONA’s mid-winter festival runs in June around the winter solstice and has turned Hobart’s winter into a peak period. Accommodation prices climb sharply and the best properties sell out months in advance, so book early if your dates overlap.
The Sydney to Hobart and Taste of Tasmania. The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race finishes at Constitution Dock in late December, and the Taste of Tasmania festival runs around the New Year. Together with the summer holidays, they make December to February the other peak period.
The Royal Hobart Show. The Show is held in October and is another booking event of the year, with Festival of Voices following in July. Outside Dark Mofo, winter is the quietest and cheapest time to visit.
Shifting a stay by a day or two around an event can change the rate.
Last Minute Hotel Deals Hobart: Worth the Gamble?
A drop in price close to the date is possible but never guaranteed. In Hobart, Dark Mofo and the summer holidays fill the city, and whatever is left tends to cost more. Outside those windows there’s more room to compare. Booking refundable early and rebooking if the price falls is the safer play, once you’ve read the cancellation terms.
How to Find a Genuine Hotel Deal in Hobart
- Check whether your dates fall in Dark Mofo or the Sydney to Hobart finish. Moving a stay outside them can matter more than any discount.
- Compare areas before prices. A waterfront hotel and a CBD hotel are a short walk apart, but they’re different products.
- Try the hotel’s own booking page. Direct bookings can come with member pricing and perks, which is worth weighing against a booking site’s headline rate.
- Ask about parking. Street parking is limited, and some hotels need valet parking booked ahead.
- Look again before you travel. A refundable booking gives you room to rebook at a lower rate.
Book Direct With a Hotel Group
Booking direct can bring member rates and perks that comparison sites don't always match. IHG, Marriott Bonvoy and Accor each have a presence in Hobart, and their loyalty programs are free to join.
IHG
Free to joinIHG One Rewards
Best for
A Liverpool Street CBD stay, a short walk from the waterfront
Member perks
- Member Rate when you book direct
- Reward Nights with no blackout dates
- Free Wi-Fi at IHG hotels
Marriott
Free to joinMarriott Bonvoy
Best for
A luxury stay in heritage buildings at Parliament Square
Member perks
- Exclusive member rates
- Points toward free nights
- Free in-room Wi-Fi when you book direct
Accor
Free to joinALL (Accor Live Limitless)
Best for
A choice from harbour-view upscale hotels to value-focused stays, all within walking distance of the waterfront
Member perks
- The Members' Rate through eligible Accor channels
- Reward points on eligible stays
- Status points on eligible stays
Member rates and benefits change, so compare the direct price against booking sites before you decide. Affiliate Disclosure: The Champagne Mile may earn a commission via links on this page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When are Hobart hotel prices cheapest?
Typically in winter, outside Dark Mofo in June. Prices rise around Dark Mofo, the Sydney to Hobart finish in late December and the summer holidays from December to February. Shifting a stay by a day or two can change the rate, so compare dates.
Are last minute hotel deals in Hobart worth it?
Possibly, outside Dark Mofo and the summer holidays, though a drop is never guaranteed. Booking a refundable rate early and rebooking if the price falls is the safer approach.
Which Hobart hotels are part of IHG, Marriott and Accor?
IHG Hobart hotels include Crowne Plaza Hobart. Marriott Hobart hotels include The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart. Accor Hobart hotels include Mantra One Sandy Bay Road Hobart, Mövenpick Hotel Hobart, ibis Styles Hobart and Mantra on Collins Hobart.
Is it cheaper to book direct or through a booking site?
It varies by date and hotel. Direct bookings can carry member rates and perks, and IHG One Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy and ALL Accor are all free to join. Check a booking site as well before deciding.
How far ahead should I book for Dark Mofo?
Several months ahead is advisable. Accommodation prices can climb sharply during Dark Mofo and the best properties sell out well in advance, so book a refundable rate early and recheck later.
Which hotels are near Salamanca Market?
The Tasman is within a five-minute walk of Salamanca Market, according to its listing, and Accor says Salamanca Place is four minutes’ walk from Mantra One Sandy Bay Road and about 10 minutes from ibis Styles Hobart and Mantra on Collins Hobart.
Michael has been publishing deals and travel content for Australians for more than 10 years and runs the deals section of The Champagne Mile. With a Bachelor of Commerce and a background in commercial law, he reads the fine print so you don’t have to, from insurance PDSs to promo code terms. Every deal on the site is checked before it goes live and updated when offers change. When he’s not testing codes, he’s planning his next overseas trip or out on his dirt bike.
Last Updated on 31 October 2026
