Maylands Lodge, Hobart

Maylands Lodge is a historic 1880s mansion in Hobart's New Town, holding a 4-star rating. The property received the BEST SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION award from the Australian Hotels Association in 2019 and the BEST NEW TOURISM BUSINESS award from Destination Southern Tasmania in 2019. Sustainability practices and community-focused hospitality are central to the lodge's operations, reflected in its themed emphasis on sustainable tourism.

The lodge has 12 unique rooms, each individually furnished with king-size beds and ensuite bathrooms. Suites include gas fireplaces and multiple flat-screen TVs, while bathrooms feature eco-friendly amenities and spacious walk-in showers. Upper-level rooms and lounges offer views of Mount Wellington, and the Brownell room is a wheelchair-accessible ground-floor option with a fold-down shower seat and grab rails.

Breakfast is included in all bookings, served in a dining room with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace. The menu is seasonal, promoting local produce and culinary innovation, with dishes such as blue swimmer chilli crab with eggs on a milk bun. Barista-made coffee is offered each morning, and the breakfast service has been praised for its quality and presentation.

Maylands Lodge sits a 8-minute drive from Salamanca Square and the Hobart waterfront, and 16 km from Hobart International Airport. The property is close to the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens and The Cat & Fiddle Arcade for shopping. Guests can walk to local cafes and restaurants, though a car is recommended for easy access to the city centre.

The lodge has accessibility features for guests with disabilities, including a lower bathroom sink, raised toilet, and wheelchair-accessible routes from the car park. Electric vehicle charging stations are available on-site, along with free private parking and 24-hour security. Additional facilities include a guest lounge, garden, picnic area, and a terrace, all within the historic property's grounds.

Awards: 2019 AHA Best Superior Accommodation

Rooms: 12 individually furnished heritage rooms

Dining: Seasonal paddock-to-plate breakfast included

Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible Brownell room

Location: 8-minute drive to Salamanca Square

Sustainability: Eco-friendly amenities and EV charging