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See. kunanyi/Mount Wellington↗ Drive 30 minutes from Hobart for prime stargazing conditions and astrophotography tours.

Eat. Jackman & McRoss Visit this Hobart institution for fantastic bakery treats, a short walk from Salamanca Place. Machine Laundry Cafe Enjoy a filling breakfast like eggs benedict or banana ricotta pancakes at this unique cafe. Tricycle Cafe Dine outdoors on the path, known for excellent coffee, outstanding muffins, and baked eggs.

Stay. The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart↗ Stay at this highly-rated hotel, recognized in Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. Pumphouse Point Experience a unique stay in a converted hydroelectric pumphouse on Lake St. Clair.

Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

15 Best Hotels in Australia and New Zealand 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top hotels in Australia and New Zealand.

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  • The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, HobartHotelTake your pick of rooms in three buildings of starkly different eras in a first-of-its-kind Hobart hotel that matches…
  • Elsewhere
  • The Ritz-Carlton, MelbourneHotelMelbourne, AustraliaExperience the gold standard of luxury at The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne.
  • Capella SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaCapella Sydney: Luxury 5 star hotel with bespoke service, fine dining, and world-class amenities in the heart of Sydney.
  • Roki CollectionHotelUnknown, New ZealandLuxury meets adrenaline in Queenstown, the Southern Hemisphere’s adventure capital.
  • Shangri-La SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaLocated in the Rocks overlooking views of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, Shangri-La Sydney offers…
  • Park Hyatt AucklandHotelAuckland, New ZealandThe 2021-opened Park Hyatt Auckland looms like a glass palace beside Waitematā Harbor in Wynyard Quarter, the docklands…
  • Cordis, AucklandHotelAuckland, New ZealandThe Cordis Hotel, Auckland is a luxury hotel in Auckland, New Zealand.
  • Emporium HotelHotelUnknown, AustraliaFrom the fantastically funky red lobby to the zebra-print ironing boards, every trait of the Emporium is by design.
  • The Langham, SydneyHotelSydney, AustraliaFive-star retreat The Langham, Sydney occupies a quiet spot in historic quarter The Rocks, within walking distance of…
  • The Ritz-Carlton, PerthHotelPerth, Australia
  • W MelbourneHotelMelbourne, Australia
  • Pihopa RetreatHotelUnknown, New Zealand
  • The LouiseHotelUnknown, Australia
  • Lancemore Lindenderry Red HillHotelRed Hill, Australia
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AfarAug 29

7 Ways to Experience Tasmania by Water

It’s easy to plan a Tasmania trip around the places you can reach by land. But some of the best experiences, from private islands to wildlife cruises, start where the road ends.

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  • Bruny IslandNeighborhoodEasy day trip from Hobart with wildlife and local food.
  • Elsewhere
  • Pumphouse PointHotelLake St. Clair, AustraliaConverted 1940s hydroelectric pumphouse on Lake St. Clair.
  • Picnic IslandHotelFreycinet, AustraliaPrivate retreat near Freycinet National Park for up to eight guests.
  • Kittawa LodgeHotelKing Island, AustraliaOff-grid villas on King Island against the Southern Ocean.
  • On Board ExpeditionsPlaceTasmania, AustraliaLuxury floating lodge for exploring Tasmania's southwest.
  • Gordon River CruisesAttractionStrahan, AustraliaHalf-day journey into ancient rainforests from Strahan.
  • Islander Adventure CoPlaceBruny Island, AustraliaPrivate boat tours around Bruny Island and D’Entrecasteaux Channel.
  • Pennicott Wilderness JourneysPlaceTasman Peninsula, AustraliaCruises along the peninsula beneath towering sea cliffs.
  • Cape PillarSightTasman Peninsula, AustraliaNearly 1,000-foot sea cliffs on the Tasman Peninsula.
  • Tasman IslandSightTasman Peninsula, AustraliaIsland with a historic lighthouse on the Tasman Peninsula.
  • Totem PoleSightTasman Peninsula, Australia
  • The BladeSightTasman Peninsula, Australia
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AfarAug 29

Why Tasmania Is Australia’s Best Dark Sky Destination

The island’s darkest hours are when some of its best experiences begin, from chasing auroras to meeting Tasmania’s nocturnal residents.

9 things in this storyRead the full piece at Afar →
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