🇦🇺 Devonport, Australia
Elimatta Hotel
📍 15 Victoria Parade, Devonport TAS 7310, Australia
Your stay — Elimatta Hotel
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The Property — Elimatta Hotel
The Elimatta Hotel is a reliable, no-frills base in central Devonport, with a bar and bistro that feels genuinely local. The lobby is small and functional, more motel-meets-pub than boutique retreat. It suits self-drive travellers and overnight ferry passengers who want a clean room, a cold beer, and a straightforward breakfast before moving on.
Chronicles of Devonport
Devonport began as a colonial port in the 1850s, named after the English county of Devon. Its architecture is a mix of Victorian timber cottages and mid-century concrete, shaped by the 1960s bridge linking the city to the Bass Highway. Today it’s the main ferry terminal for the Spirit of Tasmania, giving it a transitory, workaday feel. The cultural scene is small but earnest, centred on the Bass Strait Maritime Centre and the coastal Mersey Bluff walk.
Best Time to Visit
Full Devonport guide →Best months
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Peak / festival surge
December–February is summer peak, driven by holiday-makers catching the Spirit of Tasmania and local festivals like the Devonport Jazz Festival in March. Hotel prices rise 20–30% above shoulder season. Book well ahead or face no vacancies.
Budget shoulder season
April and November are ideal: mild days (15–20°C), fewer ferry queues, and rates drop noticeably. You’ll dodge the January crowds and still get decent weather for walks.
Weather & packing
Devonport can swing from 10°C to 25°C in a single June day thanks to its exposed northern coast. Pack layers: a waterproof jacket and a fleece, plus a warm hat for the evening ferry breeze.
Live City Briefing — Devonport
- The Spirit of Tasmania has introduced a new booking system for foot passengers; check-in is now at the terminal 90 minutes prior, not 60.
- The Mersey Bluff walking track reopened in March 2026 with better surfaces and signage after storm damage repairs.
- A new supermarket and bottle shop opened on Rooke Street in May, making self-catering easier for short stayers.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jun 2026Before you check in to Elimatta Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on an upper floor, away from the lift and ice machine, to minimise noise from foot traffic and mechanical hum.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms adjacent to the main road or the hotel's public areas like the restaurant or bar — these tend to pick up street noise and late-night chatter.
Best views
Rooms at the rear of the building often overlook less busy areas, but actual view quality varies — ask reception directly for the quietest side when booking.
Quietest floors
Top floors are generally quieter, as you're further from lobby bustle and street-level sounds.
🔊 Noise notes
3-star hotels of this age may have thinner walls — earplugs help, especially on weekends if there's an event on site.
Insider tips
Call the hotel directly after booking to request a room away from the lift, and check if they offer late checkout for a small fee — useful if you have a late ferry or flight.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs at Devonport airport or town centre give the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux in tourist spots — poor rates.
Tap-and-go cards (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted almost everywhere, including taxis and most cafes; mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) is common.
Not expected; round up for good service in restaurants (5-10% is generous), not for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard flat white or latte from a local bakery or takeaway cafe costs around AUD 4.50-5.00.
A pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or fish-and-chip shop — roughly AUD 10-12.
A pasta or grilled fish main at a casual pub or bistro — about AUD 22-28.
Devonport has no dedicated street-food area; casual takeaway shops near the CBD or foreshore offer fish and chips or burgers.
Woolworths and Coles are the main budget supermarkets in Devonport.
Target and Kmart in the CBD or nearby shopping centre for affordable basics; market stalls at the weekly market (Saturday morning).
Walk or cycle for short trips; a local bus day pass costs about AUD 5.00 (Tap-and-ride with card). From the airport, the local bus (Route 70/170) into town is AUD 3.00; a taxi is around AUD 20-25.
Avoid eating at tourist-facing restaurants on the waterfront — walk a block inland for better value. Buy snacks and water at Coles/Woolworths, not convenience stores. Use the free electric BBQ in Bluff Park for a picnic.
Good to know — Devonport
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$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
DevonportFor all life-threatening emergencies in Devonport, Australia, call 000. For non-urgent police matters, contact the Devonport Police Station on (03) 6477 1800. For health advice or non-emergency medical help, call NURSE-ON-CALL at 1300 60 60 24.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Devonport, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Elimatta Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Devonport Ferry Terminal → Elimatta Hotel (Best Ave stop)
💡 No evening service from Sunday ferries; walk 15 mins or call a taxi instead.
Devonport Airport → Elimatta Hotel (26 Formby Road)
💡 Pre-book via phone or app if arriving late; airport stand can be empty after 10 pm.
Devonport Airport (stop on Pardoe Road) → Devonport City Centre (near Elimatta Hotel)
💡 Bus stop is a 400m walk from terminal. Buy a Greencard at the airport newsagent for cheaper fares.
Devonport Airport → Elimatta Hotel
💡 Useful for groups or large luggage; book 30 mins ahead on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Elimatta Hotel?
Request a room on an upper floor, away from the lift and ice machine, to minimise noise from foot traffic and mechanical hum.
Which rooms should I avoid at Elimatta Hotel?
Avoid rooms adjacent to the main road or the hotel's public areas like the restaurant or bar — these tend to pick up street noise and late-night chatter.
Is Elimatta Hotel noisy?
3-star hotels of this age may have thinner walls — earplugs help, especially on weekends if there's an event on site.
Which rooms have the best views at Elimatta Hotel?
Rooms at the rear of the building often overlook less busy areas, but actual view quality varies — ask reception directly for the quietest side when booking.
What are insider tips for staying at Elimatta Hotel?
Call the hotel directly after booking to request a room away from the lift, and check if they offer late checkout for a small fee — useful if you have a late ferry or flight.
What time is check-in at Elimatta Hotel?
Check-in at Elimatta Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Elimatta Hotel?
A pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or fish-and-chip shop — roughly AUD 10-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Elimatta Hotel?
Walk or cycle for short trips; a local bus day pass costs about AUD 5.00 (Tap-and-ride with card). From the airport, the local bus (Route 70/170) into town is AUD 3.00; a taxi is around AUD 20-25.
When is the best time to visit Devonport?
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Top Attractions in Devonport
💡 Pop into the gift shop for affordable prints and ceramics by Tasmanian makers. Free guided tour if you ask at the desk on a quiet weekday.
💡 The Japanese garden section behind the main greenhouse is usually empty. Bring bird seed – the ducks and black swans come right up to the water's edge.
💡 Walk south from the lighthouse at low tide to find small rockpools with sea anemones and crabs. Best light is early morning for photos.
💡 The walking track behind the centre leads to a viewing platform overlooking the coast. Allow 20 minutes for the loop. No photography of the rock engravings inside.
💡 Buy a combined ticket for the train ride and museum entry – it's cheaper. Weekday mornings are quietest; weekends can have volunteer-run specials.