🇦🇺 Hobart, Australia
Clegg Hotel
📍 22, King Street, Hobart, 7018
Your stay — Clegg Hotel
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The Property — Clegg Hotel
The Clegg Hotel is a solid, no-fuss 3-star choice a short walk from Hobart’s waterfront. The lobby feels like a functional motel from the 1970s, with brown carpets and a front desk that gets the job done without charm. It suits budget-conscious travellers who prioritise location over atmosphere — you’re here to explore, not lounge. Expect clean, basic rooms and a breakfast that does the job.
Chronicles of Hobart
Hobart was founded in 1804 as a penal colony, making it Australia’s second-oldest city. Its Georgian and Victorian sandstone buildings reflect that convict past, particularly in Battery Point and Salamanca Place. Post-1990, the city reinvented itself around the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) and a thriving food-and-wine scene. Today it’s a quiet capital with a sharp contemporary edge — think craft breweries, gallery openings, and a working port that still smells of salt and diesel.
Best Time to Visit
Full Hobart guide →Best months
January–March: long, warm days (20–25°C) with low humidity and the city at its most relaxed. Perfect for walking the waterfront and hiking kunanyi/Mount Wellington.
Peak / festival surge
December–January: summer school holidays plus the Sydney–Hobart yacht race finish (28 Dec–early Jan) push hotel prices up 50% or more. The Taste of Tasmania food festival and cracking fireworks at Constitution Dock also drive demand.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and October–November: crisp autumn or spring weather, fewer tourists, and room rates 20–30% below summer peaks. You’ll still get sunny days, but you’ll need a warm coat by evening.
Weather & packing
Hobart’s weather is famously fickle: four seasons in one day is not a cliché. Pack a waterproof outer layer and clothes you can layer — even in June, a sunny morning can turn into a windy 9°C afternoon.
Live City Briefing — Hobart
- Hobart’s light rail project (linking the CBD to the northern suburbs) remains stalled; public transport is still bus-only and can be unreliable. Plan to walk or use ride-share apps like Uber for short hops.
- MONA’s winter festival 'Dark Mofo' runs mid-June to early July, so the city will be busy with thousands of visitors, especially around the waterfront and Salamanca. The Clegg Hotel is likely near full capacity — book early if you want in.
- Several new small bars and restaurants have opened along Elizabeth Street (e.g., 'The Sonoma Bar' and 'Ona Coffee’s new cafe'). Expect queues, but they’re worth the wait for a good flat white or local wine.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Clegg Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Ground floor (Room 1) is the best option for guests with mobility issues or who prefer easy access to the lobby. It's also a good choice for those who want to minimize noise, as it's closest to the street entrance and away from the potential noise of the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Guests who prefer quiet rooms should avoid floors above ground level, as the lift may be noisy and there's no guarantee of a quiet room. Additionally, guests who are sensitive to street noise may want to avoid rooms with King Street-facing views, as King Street can get busy and noisy, especially during peak tourist season.
Best views
Rooms on the King Street-facing side (Floors 1-3) offer views of the city, while rooms on the rear side (Floor G) may have views of the surrounding buildings or the hotel's rear courtyard.
Quietest floors
Ground floor (Floor G)
🔊 Noise notes
Guests can expect some street noise from King Street, which is a busy shopping street in the heart of Hobart. The hotel's proximity to the city center means that there may be some noise from pedestrians and traffic, but it's generally a quiet area.
Insider tips
Guests can take advantage of the Centrepoint car park, which is a short 2-minute walk away and offers 24-hour parking for $18. For guests who need to re-login to the Wi-Fi on another device, they can do so by using their room number and surname to re-establish the connection.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Clegg Hotel
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) for all guests. No paid upgrade available. Login via room number and surname – the connection is one device per session but you can re-login on another device.
One lift serves all floors (G–3). No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital PressReader access is provided. A few print copies of The Mercury (local paper) are at reception on weekdays; on weekends they have The Weekend Australian.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop always allowed at reception. Late check-out until 12:00 is free; after 12:00 a $40 fee until 14:00, after that charged for a full extra night.
Free storage behind the front desk for day guests. Lockers are available – ask at check-out.
Step-free entry from King Street. One accessible room on ground floor (Room 1) with wider doorways and a roll-in shower. No lift to basement meeting room.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Centrepoint car park (101 Bathurst St), 2 min walk: $18 for 24 hours (entry before 6pm). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Hobart)
Deposit & card hold: Full first-night prepayment required at booking. At check-in a $100 incidental hold is placed on your card (refundable if no extras).
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Energizer Life Church (71 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: St Mark's Anglican Church (610 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Corpus Christi Catholic Church (996 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Seventh Day Adventist (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Eastlands Shopping Centre — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Kangaroo Bluff Historic Site — 647 m · ~8 min walk
Rosny Barn — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
ANZ — 364 m · ~5 min walk
TerryWhite Chemmart — 381 m · ~5 min walk
Bellerive Ferry Terminal — 451 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs are widespread; avoid currency exchange at Hobart Airport or tourist bureaux — poor rates. Use bank ATMs in town.
Cards (Visa/Mastercard) and contactless (PayWave) accepted almost everywhere; mobile pay works. Cash still needed at some markets and small stalls.
Not expected or required. Round up for good service in taxis; 10% in restaurants only if exceptional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Flat white or latte from a bakery or takeaway kiosk around AUD 4.50–5.
A pie or sausage roll from a bakery with a drink, roughly AUD 10–12.
Pub counter meal (e.g. chicken parma) around AUD 22–28 for a main.
Saturday Salamanca Market has affordable eats; Elizabeth Street food trucks and mall stalls.
Woolworths and Coles dominate; Aldi for cheaper basics.
Target and Kmart for basics; op shops (charity stores) on Elizabeth Street and in North Hobart.
Metro day pass about AUD 6.40; from the airport use the SkyBus (AUD 22 one-way) or share a taxi with others.
Buy a Metro Greencard for bus discounts. Shop at Salamanca Market near closing when vendors cut prices. Cook at home using Aldi or Coles own-brand items.
Good to know — Hobart
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.43 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
HobartFor all emergencies in Hobart, dial Triple Zero (000). For non-urgent police matters, call 131 444. Text-based emergency services for those with hearing or speech impairments: call 106 via TTY.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Hobart, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Clegg Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ANZ — 364 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · TerryWhite Chemmart — 381 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hobart Airport → Hobart CBD (Elizabeth Street)
💡 SkyBus drops you at Elizabeth Street near the bus mall, then it's a 10-min walk uphill to the Welcome Stranger. Take the free Metro shuttle for the last leg. Book online to save $2.
Hobart Airport (HBA) → Hobart City Bus Mall (Elizabeth Street stop, near The Elms)
💡 Buy return ticket online for 38 AUD—it's valid for 28 days. Get off at Elizabeth Street stop, then walk 5 mins north to The Elms. No luggage limit, but buses can fill up.
Hobart Airport → Welcome Stranger Inn (door-to-door)
💡 Book 24 hours ahead online. They’ll drop you at the hotel entrance. Best value if you’re solo and have luggage. Cash only for this service, so have exact change.
Hobart CBD (Elizabeth Street) → Welcome Stranger Inn
💡 Use the Metro Tas app for real-time tracking. The 701 and 702 routes go up Liverpool Street, stopping right outside the hotel. Day pass is $5.50 for unlimited local travel.
Hobart City Interchange (Elizabeth Street) → Stop 17, Elizabeth Street (The Elms)
💡 Buy a Greencard at newsagents for 5 AUD to get 20% off fares. Tap on and off. Walk up Elizabeth Street—it's uphill both ways—but the 19 drops you right outside the hotel.
Hobart Airport (HBA) → Welcome Stranger Inn
💡 Book with 13cabs app or call 131008 for fixed-price airport trips. The fare to the Welcome Stranger is usually around $50 if traffic is clear.
Hobart Airport (HBA) → The Elms, 452 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart
💡 Cheaper than a standard taxi during off-peak. The airport pickup zone is just outside arrivals. Surge pricing happens after 10pm, so compare with 13CABS.
Hobart Airport (HBA) → The Elms, 452 Elizabeth Street, North Hobart
💡 Book through 13CABS app to skip queues. Max 4 passengers, but luggage space is tight—if you've got big suitcases, ask for a Maxi Taxi.
About Hobart
Wikipedia ↗
Hobart ( HOH-bart; Southeast Tasmanian: nipaluna) is the capital and most populous city of the island state of Tasmania, Australia. Located in Tasmania's south-east on the estuary of the River Derwent, it is the southernmost capital city in Australia. Despite containing nearly half of Tasmania's po...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Clegg Hotel?
Ground floor (Room 1) is the best option for guests with mobility issues or who prefer easy access to the lobby. It's also a good choice for those who want to minimize noise, as it's closest to the street entrance and away from the potential noise of the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at Clegg Hotel?
Guests who prefer quiet rooms should avoid floors above ground level, as the lift may be noisy and there's no guarantee of a quiet room. Additionally, guests who are sensitive to street noise may want to avoid rooms with King Street-facing views, as King Street can get busy and noisy, especially during peak tourist season.
Is Clegg Hotel noisy?
Guests can expect some street noise from King Street, which is a busy shopping street in the heart of Hobart. The hotel's proximity to the city center means that there may be some noise from pedestrians and traffic, but it's generally a quiet area.
Which rooms have the best views at Clegg Hotel?
Rooms on the King Street-facing side (Floors 1-3) offer views of the city, while rooms on the rear side (Floor G) may have views of the surrounding buildings or the hotel's rear courtyard.
What are insider tips for staying at Clegg Hotel?
Guests can take advantage of the Centrepoint car park, which is a short 2-minute walk away and offers 24-hour parking for $18. For guests who need to re-login to the Wi-Fi on another device, they can do so by using their room number and surname to re-establish the connection.
What time is check-in at Clegg Hotel?
Check-in at Clegg Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Clegg Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) for all guests. No paid upgrade available. Login via room number and surname – the connection is one device per session but you can re-login on another device.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Clegg Hotel?
None (no municipal tourist tax applies in Hobart)
Where can I eat cheaply near Clegg Hotel?
A pie or sausage roll from a bakery with a drink, roughly AUD 10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Clegg Hotel?
Metro day pass about AUD 6.40; from the airport use the SkyBus (AUD 22 one-way) or share a taxi with others.
When is the best time to visit Hobart?
January–March: long, warm days (20–25°C) with low humidity and the city at its most relaxed. Perfect for walking the waterfront and hiking kunanyi/Mount Wellington.
Top Attractions in Hobart
💡 Arrive before 9am to beat crowds, then grab a scallop pie from the food stalls before they sell out.
💡 The 'Islands to Ice' exhibition on the top floor is excellent — gives real context to the landscape. Allow 1–2 hours. The gift shop has unusual local art prints, not overpriced tat. Entry is free but some special shows are ticketed.
💡 Skip the paid temporary exhibitions unless you're keen on the topic—the permanent collection is the highlight. Don't miss the thylacine displays.
💡 Go early (before 9am) to beat the crowds. The food stalls near the Princes Wharf end have the best coffee. If you're on a tight budget, avoid the souvenir tents and stick to the fresh fruit stalls.
💡 Pick up a free walking map from the visitor centre, or just wander the side streets—look for Arthur Circus, a tiny circular green with 1840s cottages.
💡 Grab a map from the Salamanca Visitor Information Centre or just follow the bronze plaques on the pavement. The route ends steeply at Arthur Circus — a perfect spot for a quiet picnic. Done properly it's 45 minutes, but allow two hours if you drift into cafes.
💡 Free guided walks run at 11am daily from the visitor centre. The Sub-Antarctic Plant House is unique—bring a jumper, it's kept cool year-round.
💡 The Sub-Antarctic Plant House is unique — it simulates Macquarie Island's climate. Free entry, but the guided tours (small fee) are worth it if you like botany. The cafe's scones are good, but cheaper to bring your own flask. Open daily 8am to 5pm or later in summer.