The Port Masters Lodgings
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The Port Masters Lodgings

32 Thomas St, Devonport, Tasmania 7310 Australia
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#1 of 1 guest house in Devonport
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.2 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.7 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Service
3.6 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
We offer you Heritage accommodation without the price tag! This heritage accommodation has been beautifully transformed to give you the best of modern comfort whilst respecting the features of its original design. It is the perfect location for those who enjoy the romance, history of days gone by, combined with the convenience and comforts of modern life.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Table tennis
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Laundry service
Washing machine
Wifi
Room features
Air conditioning
Iron
Coffee / tea maker
Kitchenette
Flatscreen TV
iPod docking station
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Microwave
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Trendy
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, German

Location

32 Thomas St, Devonport, Tasmania 7310 Australia

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Shani wrote a review Oct 2020
Launceston, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Loved the proximity to the city centre (10 min drive). It’s a quaint space with coffee/tea facilities, microwave, fridge, heating - all the important bits for a comfy stay. Access was by keypads through the gate, then to the room, which was great. My only concern was the shower, toilet and sink that shared the same space i.e. a shower will wet the whole space. That said, a squeegee was provided as well. Overall it’s a good place for a few nights’ stay.
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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familyofiveMelbourne wrote a review Sept 2018
melbourne
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Such a smooth easy booking with Claudia. I had changed the day we were to arrive on the Spirit of Tasmania so sent Claudia a txt and organised everything. We stayed in the First Officers Cabin and had everything we needed for our first night. Nice and close to the terminal and an absolutely beautiful, peaceful setting. Secure behind gate parking (not that you need it!)
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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yvwords wrote a review Apr 2017
Greater Melbourne, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed at ONE, which is an offshoot of the Port Masters Lodgings. It's in the same street, but right down at the riverside, with a view over the neighbour's property to the river. It is a small self contained studio for two people, with a miniature kitchen, a good bathroom, queen size bed and a deck which overlooks the river. It was beautifully designed and decorated, and well equipped. It is right opposite a pub, so you can eat in the bistro if you don't want to cook - good quality pub food.
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Date of stay: April 2017
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The only choice right on the river - listed under Port Masters Lodgings, but is a separate property.
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Tony B wrote a review Feb 2020
Victoria, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Initially chosen for its proximity to the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, we stayed in the First Officers Quarters for one night.

The house has been beautifully restored and represents its history exceptionally well.

Whilst the accommodation is neat with expected amenities, the first officers quarters is a bit challenging in a few areas.

Bar fridge is sitting on the floor with a microwave sitting on top of it. A table please!
Bathroom is poorly designed with a common floor for toilet, shower and basin. The shower rose is in the centre of the room without an enclosure.
Double bed is far too small!!!! I’m 6’ and my feet hang over the end.
Motion sensor light is annoying at night.

None of the drawbacks would deter me from returning now I understand what’s on offer.
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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YolkandWhite wrote a review May 2021
Central Coast
3.0 of 5 bubbles
The pluses first: accommodation was clean, and convenient to the Spirit of Tasmania ferry port. It was kinda cute and the overall appearance of the cottage was charming. The tariff was quite reasonable and booking over the phone was straightforward.
The minuses: very cramped with furniture too large for the available space, and the shower arrangement rather unusual!
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Date of stay: April 2021
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
Room Tip: Check out what else this establishment has to offer
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AnJUlladulla wrote a review Mar 2018
Ulladulla, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
beautiful restored one bedroom ensuite accomodation (first officers). Close to Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal. Very quiet. All access details messaged in advance, very convenient. A few issues to note, bedside tables were so tiny they were unusable, bathroom is a wet room so bathroom floor very wet and slippery, too much furniture and awkward to Move around, couldn’t fit kettle under bathroom tap and basin in awkward position to access.
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Date of stay: March 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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1234Col wrote a review Feb 2018
Sydney, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Great if you travelling on Ferry, walking distance. Bed comfortable but difficult with space in the room. Over sized furniture making the door not able to open fully so bed could utilize that extra space making more room on both sides of bed. My side was very close to wall. Bathroom has shower in the middle of the room so the whole bathroom is the shower and the toilet and seat get wet as well as the basin when one showers. They give you a squeegy to use on the floor after you shower but it is still wet and I don't feel I should have to squeegy floors when I pay for accommodation. Bit too quirky for me, perhaps if I was younger I would appreciate. We had a family in next door room and they were very loud and went to bed late and were up early next morning so we did not have a good rest. The walls are paper thin. The accommodation is clean and there is good off street parking
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Date of stay: February 2018
3.0 of 5 bubblesValue
3.0 of 5 bubblesService
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Perhaps other rooms are better than First Officers Room, I would enquire
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TrowleyGirl wrote a review Nov 2018
Tumbi Umbi, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Quiet location with many period features.
Very handy for ferry. Plenty of facilities in the house. Two things that were a little difficult ... the people sleeping in the living room had 2 door frames but only one door and the shower splashed water like crazy. We spent a while each day squeegeeing the floor.
But in spite of that the Port Masters Lodgings were a step back in time and a quaint start to our holiday.
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Date of stay: November 2018Trip type: Travelled with family
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cooki_12 wrote a review Mar 2018
Sydney, Australia
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed in the Lodge and found the room and gardens to a high standard,it is located on the other side of the river to town but a short walk and you catch the taxi ferry $2-50 across the river its great.We found the room very comfortable and a nice size ,they have BBQ facilities and a Pub on the corner and some restaurant around the corner
A nice place to stay and good value for money
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Date of stay: March 2018
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The room at the front
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ians i wrote a review Feb 2018
Canberra, Australia
3.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed in the Officers self contained unit. The broader facility was nicely done and there was good style inside the unit. The grounds are lovely and useful if the weather is good i.e. to sit in as there is nowhere to sit inside for two people. Inside, it was comfortable but not practical. Basically, it is too small and compromises have been made in many areas (nowhere to unpack a suitcase except on the bed, no table, one large leather chair takes up half the room, the fridge is uselessly small and on the floor). The bathroom was quirky with the shower in the middle but totally impractical given that after a shower you have to squeegy the floor useless you want to slip over when you use the toilet (really, its not a caravan park). Odd place, style but no practicality. Also, no soundproofing (could hear everything happening next door) and double beds are also a no no - people are tall so queens are the standard. We paid $135 which was a bit overs for the value provided.
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Date of stay: February 2018
3.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Maybe don't choose the Officer's quarters unit as it is too cramped and has poor amenity
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John G wrote a tip June 2024
2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Busy at lunch time, but there’s usually a table to be found"
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YolkandWhite wrote a tip May 2021
Central Coast125 contributions64 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Check out what else this establishment has to offer"
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cooki_12 wrote a tip Mar 2018
Sydney, Australia113 contributions49 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"The room at the front"
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Wayne P wrote a tip Mar 2018
Wagga Wagga, Australia19 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"First officers double is great for couples"
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1234Col wrote a tip Feb 2018
Sydney, Australia308 contributions126 helpful votes
3.0 of 5 bubbles
"Perhaps other rooms are better than First Officers Room, I would enquire"
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Port Masters Lodgings
Which popular attractions are close to The Port Masters Lodgings?
Nearby attractions include Antique Emporium (0.9 km), Spirit of the Sea (1.1 km), and The Central Restaurant (0.7 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Port Masters Lodgings?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at The Port Masters Lodgings?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at The Port Masters Lodgings?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at The Port Masters Lodgings?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Port Masters Lodgings?
Conveniently located restaurants include Laneway, Valentino's Family Restaurant Devonport, and SKs indian restaurant.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Port Masters Lodgings?
Yes, laundry service and a washing machine are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Port Masters Lodgings?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and German.
Are there any historical sites close to The Port Masters Lodgings?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Home Hill (2.6 km), Grass Labyrinth, East Devonport (0.7 km), and Latrobe Cemetery (7.9 km).
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