Sandy Bay

Hobart

Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay
Sandy Bay
Hobart’s beachside beauty is summed up in Sandy Bay. Cruise along the waterfront boulevard and check out the many faces of this neighbourhood.

The towering casino lords it over the sleek yachts in Sandy Bay’s marina, while the university campus keeps the local pubs packed. Go shopping at independent boutiques and antiques stores or pick up a bargain at Sandy Bay’s outlets. On sunny days, revellers from all over the city flock to the pretty little beaches notched into Sandy Bay’s coastline.

Popular places to visit

Wrest Point Casino

Wrest Point Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Check out the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.

Wrest Point Casino
Salamanca Market

Salamanca Market

During your visit to Hobart, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Salamanca Market
Salamanca Place which includes a city and street scenes

Salamanca Place

Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.

Salamanca Place
Constitution Dock showing a marina, a coastal town and boating

Constitution Dock

History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.

Constitution Dock
Museum of Old and New Art which includes interior views and modern architecture

Museum of Old and New Art

Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.

Museum of Old and New Art
Franklin Wharf

Franklin Wharf

You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Hobart. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Franklin Wharf

Things to do

Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart

Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart

P2,216
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

P1,662
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
2 Days of Tasmania's Best

2 Days of Tasmania's Best

P11,265
per adult
2 Days of Tasmania's Best
Hobart: Shore Excursion with Wildlife Sanctuary and Lunch

Hobart: Shore Excursion, Sights Wildlife Sanctuary and Lunch

P14,774
per adult
Hobart: Shore Excursion, Sights Wildlife Sanctuary and Lunch
Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Sightseeing Day Tour

Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Sightseeing Day Tour

P10,157
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Hobart: Bruny Island Gourmet Sightseeing Day Tour
Hobart Town Hall, 1866

Hobart History, People & Places - 2 hour city walk

P1,403
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hobart History, People & Places - 2 hour city walk
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Top hotels in Sandy Bay

Wrest Point

Wrest Point

4.5 out of 5
410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
The price is P4,107 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,107
P4,518 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic stay and fantastic customer service. We just hope both the lifts are working next time."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Wrest Point
Bay Hotel Apartments

Bay Hotel Apartments

3 out of 5
123-127 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
The price is P3,666 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P3,666
P4,032 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,425 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff with easy parking, nice clean and modern rooms"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Bay Hotel Apartments
Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart

Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart

4 out of 5
42 Grosvenor Street, Sandy Bay, TAS
The price is P5,562 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
P5,562
P6,118 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (541 reviews)
"Cosy functional apartments with all needs catered for. Very helpful friendly staff. A very pleasant, well located place to stay."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2025

Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart
Mayfair Plaza Motel

Mayfair Plaza Motel

4 out of 5
236 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
The price is P4,230 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
P4,230
P4,653 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (704 reviews)
"Our 3rd time we have stayed, highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Mayfair Plaza Motel
Motel 429

Motel 429

4 out of 5
429 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
Stay at this 4-star motel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"My parents were the managers in the 70s (I was 3-6 years of age). It was the Sandy Bay Motel back then. So wonderful to recognise the buildings and remember some of the fun times when I was little. We had several "famous" people stay with us. My fondest memory was meeting Acker Bilk who gave me a ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

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Motel 429
Doctor Syntax Hotel

Doctor Syntax Hotel

4 out of 5
139 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Just a little tricky managing the stairs with a heavy suitcase. Room was very clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Bay

Battery Point which includes street scenes and a house

Battery Point

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Battery Point. A stop by Narryna Heritage Museum or St. George's Anglican Church might round out your trip.

Battery Point
Cascade Brewery which includes heritage architecture

South Hobart

South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.

South Hobart
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery featuring interior views and art as well as an individual male

Sullivan's Cove

A noteworthy feature of Sullivan's Cove is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf.

Sullivan's Cove
Salamanca Place which includes a city, street scenes and night scenes

Hobart Central Business District

5/5(1 area review)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Hobart Central Business District
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West Hobart

Waterfront views, shopping, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about West Hobart. Check out Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the area.

West Hobart
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Mount Nelson

Travelers like the parks in Mount Nelson, and Mount Nelson Lookout is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mount Nelson

Sandy Bay