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The Islington Hotel

The Rooms

Eleven sumptuously furnished guest rooms many with distinct characters that reflect an eclectic mix of a bygone era coupled with contemporary elements.

Each room has a distinctive design flourish, celebrating one of the many early Tasmanians who provided inspiration for the hotel.

Islington accommodation rooms are resplendent with fabulous imported fabrics, fine antiques and the famous deeply comfortable king size Islington Angel beds. Specially made for the hotel by A H Beard, the oldest bedding manufacturers in Australia and located in southern Tasmania, the Islington Angel beds have been custom made using the latest latex materials with wool embedded into the layers for warmth and comfort.

The Signature room

The epitome of grand living at Islington Hotel Hobart is found within the comfort of The Signature Room.

A Beidermier themed suite commanding an entire corner of the original house whose centre-piece is a huge Austro-Hungarian Empire bed facing across from a fireplace with working gas fire.

Luxurious furnishings upholstered in lush chocolate silks from Jim Thompson complete the look. On one side French doors lead to the front English inspired garden while on the other, is a luxurious marble bathroom with heated floor deep bath, separate toilet and rain shower stall.

Regency rooms

Located within the original building dating back to 1847 the 4 Regency rooms epitomize the Tasmanian heritage that gives the Islington its unique character.

Courtyard Room: A private veranda and courtyard are focal points of this gorgeous north facing room decorated in rich caramel, eau de nile green and aquamarine blue silks. Artwork and antiques complete the décor the highlight of which is the original sandstone convict built stable wall that runs the length of the suite.

Wellington Room: Large, bright and sunny, this suite celebrates buttercup and blues as its main colour palette. Original pressed-tin ceilings evoke the original character of the room, and French doors open to views of the mountain that gives the room its name.

Holebrook Room: Located on the first floor the Holebrook Room overlooks the gardens and offers distant views of Hobart’s harbour. A green, gold and tan colour theme complements the furnishings and decorations while a spacious oversized bathroom is perfect for making guests feel like they are at home.

Garden rooms

Located within the post-modern west wing of the lodge, Garden rooms gaze directly up to the mountain through rhododendron gardens. French doors open directly onto a flagstone terrace leading to the gardens and pond beyond.

Two larger rooms are almost junior suites with Juliet balconies.

Interiors are serene and relaxing – luxury furnishings in chocolates, tans, sage and gold meld with a luxurious marble bathroom with heated floor, featuring separate rain shower and deep bathtub encased in jewel box marble shoji screen walls.

The Attic room

Tucked away at the top of the stairs is a cosy retreat of a room that is lovingly designed to be the perfect hideaway.  

The intimate space is dressed in comfort colours that wrap around you with warmth and love and offers a view through the attic window that takes you straight to the top of the mountain.

There’s even a marble bathroom with rain shower and bath tucked into this ingenious space.

Room amenities

• Custom made king size Islington Angel beds with twin bed option
• Individual fabrics designed and supplied by Jim Thompson
• Marble bathroom with deep bathtub and separate rain shower
• Antique furniture
• Complimentary mini-bar
• Free broadband internet access
• LCD flat screen tv DVD / CD players
• Cable television
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• In-room safe
• Iron & ironing board
• Writing desk
• Air-conditioning & floor heating throughout

Henry Jones Art Hotel

Accommodation

The Henry Jones Art Hotel offers first class accommodation in Hobart. Located on Hobart’s historic waterfront with views of the city and Mount Wellington it is well-positioned for the visiting guest. All accommodation rooms and suites feature special lighting, artworks and references to history’s past. In the Peacock Terrace and H. Jones Suites you’ll discover the vibrant history of early European settlement in Tasmania, and in the Oriental Suites the rich legacy of trade between Van Diemen’s Land and the East.  Most rooms and suites are sumptuously equipped with a lavish king or queen size bed accompanied by exotic silk covers, European style stainless steel and translucent glass bathrooms, and magnificent sandstone walls. Most have views of either the working harbour, the stunning glass atrium, Mt Wellington or references of the old jam factory.  Each room has a quality flat screen TV, DVD, and high speed internet connectivity. Guest rooms and public spaces exhibit a variety of original artworks which are available for purchase.

Standard Rooms

Standard Rooms feature stunning views of either the hotel’s glass atrium or the sites former history. Each room has a superb ultra-modern, all-glass translucent bathroom, featuring a spacious shower. With original walls of stone and timber trusses, columns and beams that soar upwards to just beneath the roofline, these rooms exude character and warmth.  
 
Features at a glance:Rooms with veiws of either the glass atrium or the sites former history.

• Rooms with views of history’s past can reveal glimpses of the old jam factory interior
• Ultra-modern translucent all-glass bathrooms
• Spacious shower 
• King size bed
• Original artworks
• Flat screen LCD TV, and high speed internet connectivity

Deluxe Spa Room

The Deluxe Spa Rooms overlook either the stunning glass atrium or have views of the site’s former history. These rooms feature original walls of stone and timber trusses, columns and beams that soar upwards to just beneath the roofline.  With European style stainless steel and translucent glass bathrooms these rooms include a Kohler elliptical spa for total relaxation.
 
Features at a glance:

• Commanding harbour, city and mountain views
• King size bed
• Original artworks
• Ultra modern translucent glass bathrooms
• Large walk in shower
• The SOK elliptical spa is about total rejuvenation and relaxation. Embraced by deep warmth – your spirit buoyant and boundless just perfect for a spa experience.
• Flat screen LCD TV, DVD, and high speed Internet connectivity

H.Jones Suite

Rebuilt on the early 1900’s in an art noveau style, the administration offices of H Jones & Co. IXL jams retain the spoils of a thriving and exciting time in Tasmania’s history. The main staircase makes for a spectacular entrance to this area of the hotel, which features soaring Tasmanian Blackwood ceilings and original skylights allowing for the maximum of natural light to enter the space. Once you enter the H. Jones Suite, you will feel the allure of the past. The high pressured dealings of a multi-national company are no longer conducted in this original boardroom, allowing you to watch the comings and goings of the still operational fisherman’s wharf, bordered by the spectacular view of Mount Wellington. Relax on your king size bed, or for a truly calming experience, make use of the Kohler SOK overflowing spa bath. The walls of the H. Jones Suite provide the perfect setting to showcase works from Tasmania’s leading contemporary artists, allowing you to experience through another medium, the rich and colourful history of the early colony.
 
Features at a glance:

• Original H Jones & Co. Boardroom
• Tasmanian Blackwood ceilings
• Views of Hobart’s waterfront
• Original artworks
• One bedroom suite
• King size bed
• LCD television
• Compact kitchenette
• Large walk in shower
• Kohler SOK Overflowing Spa

A reincarnation of the bathing ritual, the SOK overflowing bath by Kohler creates the ultimate soaking experience. Completely submerged in this ultra- deep, tranquil pool, your body is lightly buoyant and embraced by warmth. Add to that the sensory pleasure of champagne-like bubbles and the sound of flowing water and the result is total relaxation.

The Islington Hotel

Islington is a very special, small, luxury hotel with a long history and a large and delightful garden, affording quite special views of Mount Wellington. Decorated with fine artworks and furnished with antiques, Islington appeals to those who want the very best in life, surrounded by great service, presented in an atmosphere of serenity, luxury and tranquillity. Built in 1847, Islington is a fine example of Regency architecture recently restored to showcase its original glory and up-dated to include the little necessities and amenities our forebears over-looked, such as a mountain-view pavilion and a fine wine cellar. Islington is a curated hotel. Corridors and rooms are filled with art and antiques, an ancient, modern and eclectic mix of 30 years of traveling around the world, added together with the historic nature of Islington itself and the owner’s family history in Tasmania.

Accommodation

Eleven rooms in total, comprising two Garden deluxe rooms, four Garden rooms, and a Courtyard room with its own courtyard make glorious use of the garden with many rooms opening out through French doors to the rhododendron and azalea gardens.
In the residence, the four bedrooms are sumptuously outfitted in fabulous fabrics, fine antiques and deeply comfortable Islington Angel beds that guests never wish to leave. Each room has a very distinctive design flourish, celebrating one of the many early Tasmanians who provided inspiration for the hotel.

The House

Upon arrival, the portico-ed entrance opens into an expansive marble floored hallway from which extends a library stocked with the aforementioned Louisa Anne Meredith illustrate books on early Tasmania, a drawing room for the taking of tea and a morning room where the sun shines by day and the log fires crackle by night.
Opening from the hall is the centre piece of the hotel, the conservatory, that adjoins the country kitchen and extends onto a marble paved terrace, beyond which is a 35 sq metre reflecting infinity pond, a mountain view pavilion and, towering in the background, the ever changing beauty of Mt Wellington.

Garden

Wander through the extensive gardens, populated by a landmark willow over 100 years old, cherry blossoms and an ancient yew set amid plantings of exotic blooms designed by renowned garden landscaper Andrew Pfeiffer.

The Islington Hotel Facts

• Located in the Dress Circle of Hobart, 5 minutes from Hobart’s city centre
• 11 room property designed by Award winning architectural firm, Morris Nunn and Associates, including 5 rooms in the original 1847 Regency House and 6 new Garden rooms, including an equal access room
• Extensive art collection and original antiques
• Gourmet breakfast in conservatory
• Hosted evening drinks and canapés
• Private dinners on request by our Resident Chef

Hotel features

• Andrew Pfeiffer designed landscaped gardens
• Outside glass pavilion with open fire & BBQ facility
• Sweeping views to Mount Wellington
• Hotel car for city & airport transfers
• Extensive wine cellar
• Honour bar system
• Conservatory
• Wireless technology
• Drawing room
• 6 Fireplaces

Special Events

From champagne on the marble terrace, looking through the Murano Glass illuminated spires floating on the black marble pond reflecting the soaring nature beyond; from the serenity of the open air Glass Pavilion with its own log fire and special mountain views, to the just opened, single iris flowering near the lily pond, every moment at Islington is discovery and an event in itself.

Meetings

The Library at Islington is the place to start. Think rich mahogany, specially carved and rare Tasmanian timbers, big tables, comfortable chairs, animal prints and patterns, and you have a room for serious debate, for board meetings, for specially arranged dinners, for a product launch.

With only 11 bedrooms Islington can become a private venue for your meeting. So be at ease to know that privacy and total confidentiality can be ensured.

Henry Jones Art Hotel

The Henry Jones Art Hotel is located on Hobart’s waterfront and is Australia’s first dedicated art hotel. The site in which it is located dates back to 1804 and the former jam factory has been transformed into an enthralling first class hotel designed by award-winning architects, Morris-Nunn & Associates. Furnished with over 300 artworks and presents an environment in which people can experience art in a new and more immediate way. With a continuously changing exhibition, the hotel has been created to present itself as a fusion of art, heritage, tradition and nature. Exterior and interior space present art as part of the Hotel’s function & beauty.
 
The hotel houses 56 rooms and suites all uniquely different and furnished with the hotel’s history and contemporary art as the forefront of each space. The restaurants and bars highlight the best of Tasmania’s fine food and beverage produce for a truly unique experience. Right throughout the property you will be fascinated by the unexpected combination of the antique and ultra modern in every form. 
 
The Henry Jones Art Hotel opened in 2004 and was purchased by Pure Tasmania in 2007. The hotel has won a number of awards for design, accommodation, food & beverage and service since opening its doors and aims to provide all guests with a truly unique experience.

Art at The Henry Jones
The Henry Jones, Australia’s first Art Hotel, features original contemporary artworks by emerging and established Tasmanian artists. Artists represented are graduates from the Tasmanian School of Art, independent artists and artists represented by some of Hobart’s leading commercial galleries. Original paintings, prints, works on paper, photomedia, sculpture and design objects feature throughout the Hotel. Most of the artworks are for sale and are exhibited in the Hotel’s public areas, The Art Installation Suite, Henry’s Restaurant, IXL Long Bar, Jam Packed and in all accommodation rooms and suites. From time to time special exhibitions are presented in the Art Installation Suite and IXL Atrium. 
 
Accommodation
The Henry Jones Art Hotel offers first class accommodation in Hobart. Located on Hobart’s historic waterfront with views of the city and Mount Wellington it is well-positioned for the visiting guest. All accommodation, rooms and suites feature special lighting, artworks and references to history’s past. In the Peacock Terrace and H. Jones Suites you’ll discover the vibrant history of early European settlement in Tasmania, and in the Oriental Suites the rich legacy of trade between Van Diemen’s Land and the East.  Most rooms and suites are sumptuously equipped with a lavish king or queen size bed accompanied by exotic silk covers, European style stainless steel and translucent glass bathrooms, and magnificent sandstone walls. Most have views of either the working harbour, the stunning glass atrium, Mt Wellington or references of the old jam factory.  Each room has a quality flat screen TV, DVD, and high speed internet connectivity. Guest rooms and public spaces exhibit a variety of original artworks which are available for purchase.

Henry’s Restaurant
Henry’s is the Signature Restaurant for The Henry Jones Art Hotel. Here you can enjoy an exceptional menu, offering refreshing takes on classic signature dishes and modern evolutions, all indulging in renowned local produce. Executive Chef Andre Kropp was born in South Africa and has worked all over the world including Botswana, Germany, Scotland and now Australia. Andre started with the Henry Jones Art Hotel in April 2004 and in this time with The Henry Jones, has developed a young brigade of Chefs to the point of state and national award and designing their own menu’s for the flagship restaurant. Andre has represented South Africa and Australia at a number of Culinary Olympic events and has achieved the highest accolades at all of these events. Henry’s Restaurant offers a carefully selected wine and beverage list, featuring our outstanding local product along with the best national and international varieties. Experience the illuminated sails overhead, the sumptuous talents of our staff, good cheer and fabulous service. Open daily for breakfast from 7am and dinner from 6pm.

Art and History Tours
The Henry Jones Art Hotel offers a variety of Art and History experiences with its dedicated team and can also offer expert advice on what to see and do around Hobart.

Art & History Tour:
Our Art Curator and Hotel Historian offer our signature Art and History Tour on Fridays at 5pm. Bookings are essential.

Art Tour:
With an Art Curator and over 300 pieces of art located throughout the building, guests can enjoy and experience a variety of works in the hotel’s public spaces, corridors and rooms. The Hotel also offers private art tours with our Art Curator on request. An online art catalogue is currently under construction.

History Tour:
The Henry Jones offers history tours of the hotel and Hobart city. With our Hotel Historian, guests can experience the colourful stories of Sir Henry Jones and the H Jones & Co Jam Factory or Hobart’s past from the first days in 1804 through to today. Bookings are essential.