The Fox And Hounds Historic Hotel Port Arthur, Port Arthur ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

6789 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Australia

The Fox And Hounds Historic Hotel is a Tudor-style seafront resort located on the Tasman Peninsula, just one minute away from the Port Arthur Historic site. This hotel features a blend of modern amenities and historical charm, making it a significant stop for travelers exploring the area. Its location offers easy access to the Tasmanian Devil Park, renowned for its conservation efforts. With an inviting atmosphere, the hotel serves as an ideal base for families and couples alike.

Location

Positioned on the waterfront, the Fox And Hounds Historic Hotel is a short drive from the iconic Tasmanian Devil Park and other natural attractions such as Long Bay Conservation Area. It is a 90-minute drive from Hobart, making it a strategic stop for those journeying around Tasmania. Visitors can explore local highlights like the Blowhole and Remarkable Caves, adding to the appeal of this picturesque location.

Rooms

The hotel features 40 freshly renovated rooms and self-contained apartments, all offering stunning sea views. Each room is equipped with air-conditioning and heating to ensure comfort throughout the year. Guests can choose from well-appointed rooms with Queen beds, ideal for couples, or spacious two-bedroom apartments suitable for families. The accommodations also include kitchens and living areas, enhancing the convenience for longer stays.

Eat & Drink

On-site dining is available at the Fox and Hounds Restaurant, known for its hearty meals crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy a selection of local Tasmanian beers and wines in a welcoming bar setting. The restaurant provides a variety of menu options, including specific selections for children, ensuring there is something for every palate. The atmosphere is complemented by a cozy fireplace during the winter months.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers various amenities, including a garden, playground, and laundry facilities for guest convenience. For business needs, the hotel provides flexible meeting spaces that can accommodate different seating arrangements. Guests also have access to a tennis court and free on-site parking, enhancing leisure and comfort during their stay. A welcoming atmosphere is created through attentive service from the hotel staff.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room

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2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Twin Room

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2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Queen Room

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2 persons

25 m²

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Getting around

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City Center

Port Arthur 1.0 mi

Airports

Hobart (HBA) 48.6 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Internet

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

General

No smoking on site
Parking
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Laundry
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs
Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

6789 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Australia

Map view

6789 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, Australia

City landmarks

6973 Arthur Hwy

Port Arthur Historic Site

1.4 mi

Australian Convict Sites

1.1 mi

Stewarts Bay Walking Track

Stewarts Bay

1.1 mi

Premaydena

Lime Bay State Reserve

1.1 mi

Port Arthur Historic Site

Church

1.4 mi

Champ rd

Paupers Depot

1.5 mi

Port Arthur Historic Site

Junior Medical Officer's House

4900 ft

Shipstern Bluff

5300 ft

Port Arthur Historic Site

Memorial Garden

1.5 mi

Stewarts Beach

1.1 mi

Port Arthur Historic Site

Separate Prison

1.6 mi

Port Arthur Historical Site

Model Prison

1.6 mi

Church st

Government Gardens

1.2 mi

Champ St

Guard Tower

1.6 mi

Port Arthur Historic Site

Scorpion Rock

1.3 mi

Church st

Government Cottage

1.4 mi

Convict Church

1.4 mi

Port Arthur Lavender Farm

1.4 mi

The Old Post Office

1.4 mi

Church

St David's Anglican Church

1.4 mi

Champ st

Officer's Quarters

1.5 mi

Island

Isle of the Dead

1.9 mi

Champ st

Smith O'Briens Cottage

1.5 mi

Champ st

Law Courts

1.5 mi

Unnamed Road

Visiting Magistrate House

1.5 mi

Jetty rd

Limekiln

1.5 mi

Jetty rd

Dockyard

1.5 mi

Jetty road

Shipwrights House

1.5 mi

Tramway st

Trentham Cottage

1.5 mi

Tramway st

Soldiers Memorial Avenue

1.5 mi

Nearby

Premaydena

Lime Bay State Reserve

2800 ft

Restaurants

The Fox & Hounds Inn Restaurant

300 ft

Arthur Highway

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

6.7

Location

8.3

Service

7.0

Dining

5.7

Trevor

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.2/10

When I first entered the rooms, they were a bit cold, but they did warm up eventually. They definitely need a good renovation; they're so outdated and worn out that it feels like being transported back to the '80s, and not in a good way. The hotel could step up its game by providing plates in the rooms right from the start.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were cold when we first entered them, but did warm up eventually. They are in need of a good renovation and feel outdated and worn out like stepping back into the '80s.

Service

7.0

The staff, despite seeming a bit bored, were actually very friendly and accommodating. However, they were not readily available as reception is only open a few hours in the middle of the day.

Location

8.0

The location was a bit run down, but it is great for visiting Port Arthur. It's very close to hikes and has a restaurant and bar onsite, offering stunning water views.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was wholesome and fresh with continental options delivered to your room the night before. However, it was limited to grilled dishes only.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers facilities that could use improvement but overall are satisfactory.

Walter

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and had all the necessary amenities for a short stay, but they were in need of renovation. On the bright side, they were clean, and the heater worked well to keep the room cozy on a chilly day. The service was exceptional, with the staff going above and beyond, especially considering they were understaffed. The location was superb, just a stone's throw away from the Port Arthur Historic Site, offering stunning water views but lacking in cleanliness. Unfortunately, the dining options were limited, leaving much to be desired. Overall, a decent stay with room for improvement in some areas.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and had all you needed for a short stay. They were in need of a renovation but were clean, and the heater heated the room up nicely on a chilly day.

Service

9.0

The staff were lovely and went out of their way to help, despite being understaffed.

Location

8.0

The hotel was excellent, just 2 kms from the Port Arthur Historic Site, offering stunning water views but lacking in cleanliness.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were not satisfactory, with limited choices available.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel facilities were basic but functional.

Margaret

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.2/10

The hotel provided a comfortable and cozy stay with the convenience of a microwave for meal preparation. However, the rooms could benefit from an update and were not without some unwanted guests like daddy-long-leg spiders and ants, giving a somewhat run-down feel.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable and cozy, equipped with a microwave for added convenience, but could use an update.

Service

5.0

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was excellent, being close to the Port Arthur convict site, making it ideal for exploring the area efficiently.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was lacking in value for money, with high prices for basic items and a challenge with food quality. However, a delicious vegetarian couscous dish stood out.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic with room service and laundry available but lacking in quality, especially in the dining area.