Islington Hotel, Tasmania

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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

Room amenities

		Individual fabrics designed and supplied by Jim Thompson		Air-conditioning & floor heating throughout
		Marble bathroom with deep bathtub and separate rain shower choices		Broadband internet access， LCD flat screen TV

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.

Under Package

Exclusive use of property and all facilities
Bed and breakfast
Morning and afternoon teas
Working lunch
Library set up as Board room
Screen, projector & whiteboard ( optional at additional cost)

Rate starts : $399.00/person/night including GST

Rates and Reservations

Summer Rates
Valid 1 October 2007 - 31 March 2008

Deluxe room :	$605.00/night
Superior room :	$550.00/night
Standard room :	$440.00/night

Superb private gourmet lunch and dinner are available on request at an additional charge.

Have a look at our packages or let us design someting just for you.

These rates are inclusive of : Accommodation, full breakfast, evening drink & canapés, complimentary non alcoholic mini bar and parking.
Room only rates from : $350.00/night

A 10% surcharge for public holidays will apply.
All tariffs are quoted in Australian dollars and
are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax.
All major credit cards accepted.

Cancellation Policy, 5 days prior to arrival date incurs 50% of room rate, 24 hour prior to arrival date incurs 1 night room rate.

Rooms to sleep up to 2 occupants only.
Hotel has 2 x twin rooms, one with disabled access and all others with King size beds.
All rooms are non-smoking.
Children under 16 years old not accommodated for unless entire hotel booked for that group.
Check in time of 2 pm and check out time of 10am. (This is a guideline only.)

Packages

All packages based on two share accommodation.
Subject to availability.
Rates in Australian dollars.

Islington Hotel Botanical Art Package

For Lovers of Art and Botanical History, this may be the new opportunity you are looking for.
Botanical Art has experienced a renaissance in recent times and so in keeping with staying ahead of this exciting trend Islington has the very special services of Lauren Black, Tasmania's leading Botanical Artist. Over 3 days she will reveal to you some of the secrets involved with this specialised art form as well as introduce you to the fascinating history of botany and plant documentation in Tasmania.

Package costs: $2310

2 Nights in a Superior Room.
An exclusive viewing of the rare botanical artwork and texts housed in the Heritage Collections of the State Library of Tasmania. A Library staff member will be in attendance.
2 day painting master class with in house artist Lauren Black. Starting at 10am on the 2nd day and finish at 4pm on the day of Departure.
Breakfast included
Light Lunches included along with afternoon tea served each day
Hosted Dinner on one night at Islington with guest speaker
Art kit supplied on request (brushes not included but available for purchase if required)

Summer 27th until 29th November 2007

Islington Indulgence Break

Islington is much more than a place to lay your head each night, it ’ s about indulgence, luxury and relaxation. To really get a feel for this award winning hotel and experience beautiful Tasmania first hand or you just want to check in for some well-deserved rest, this is the perfect package for you.

Three nights luxury accommodation in a Deluxe room
Selection of Tasmanian cheeses
Premium bottle of Tasmanian Wine
Full breakfast daily
Evening drink and canapés
Round-trip airport transfers in luxury vehicle
Private three course in-house dinner
In-room massage for two
Gourmet picnic hamper
Late check out

Total : $1980.00 for two, including GST

Enhance your Tasmanian experience with a scenic flight, helicopter ride or private boat charter, of course this can be arranged on request at additional costs.

Celebrations Package

Be it a birthday, anniversary or wedding proposal, make Islington the destination for the occasion.

One night luxury accommodation in a Deluxe room
A bottle of award winning premium Tasmanian sparkling wine
Relaxation bath experience
Arrangement of flowers
Tasmanian cheese platter
Non-alcoholic mini bar
Full breakfast

Total : $682.00 for two, including GST

For a private 3 course dinner by the resident chef, please contact reservations for details.

Exclusive Use

Book the entire hotel, 11 bedrooms for a very special private event. Perhaps a group of friends weekend away, family reunion, golfing weekend, the next board meeting or product launch. Let the hotel become your own mansion along with the chef, butler and maid.
Exclusive use of the property for
$4,070.00/night including breakfast.
OR
An exclusive 2 nights package including breakfast daily and in-house dinner on 1 evening for
$8,249.00/2nights

Special Midweek Stay

Take a well earned break, leave the children at home, turn off the phone and escape to Islington mid week.