The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Motel in Port Arthur with a restaurant and a bar

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Restaurant
Sea View Queen | 2 bedrooms, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Fireplace
Deluxe Sea View Twin | 2 bedrooms, minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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6789 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, TAS, 7182
  • Place, Port Arthur Lavender Farm
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Shipstern Bluff
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Port Arthur Historic Site
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

2 Bedroom Apartment - Family

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Sea View Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sea View Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 Bedroom Queen Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Sea View Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Sea View Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

Garden View Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Port Arthur

The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel places you next to Long Bay Conservation Area and within a 15-minute walk of Stewarts Bay State Reserve. This 4-star motel has 39 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Stewarts Bay State Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port Arthur Lavender Farm - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Shipstern Bluff - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port Arthur Historic Site - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Point Puer - 13 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Asylum Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪1830 Restaurant and Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pickers Pantry - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Port Arthur Lavender - ‬2 min drive
  • Fox And Hounds Inn

About this property

The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel

Motel in Port Arthur with a restaurant and a bar
The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a picnic area, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Fox Hounds Inn Port Arthur
Fox Hounds Inn
Fox Hounds Port Arthur
The Fox And Hounds Hotel Port Arthur
The Fox And Hounds Inn Port Arthur, Tasmania
Fox Hounds Inn
The Fox Hounds Historic Hotel
The Fox Hounds Historic Arthur
The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Motel
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

This motel is located in Port Arthur, a short 10-minute walk from Stewarts Bay State Reserve and also 19 minutes on foot from Shipstern Bluff. You'll also find Port Arthur Historic Site and Port Arthur Lavender Farm within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel feature a casino on the premises?

No, The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel is Hobart International Airport (HBA), which is about 26.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel.

The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 288 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Darren

Location was great and we chose this place for its look of a country pub. However the dining area was closed and we would have appreciated a bit of notice about this as we would have looked to stay elsewhere. This caused us to have to drive to a different location for dinner. I also think they need to upgrade the TV channels as if we're restricted to sit in our room a few more channels (more than 4) or the ability to sign in to Netflix etc... would be nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve, Samford

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pub dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the Bay from the room. Rooms could use some interior decorating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Elisa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was located close to the Port Arthur Historical site and meals at the restaurant were good. However, the property was dirty, the rooms looked tired and our kitchen window did not lock.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Traveled with partner
Property had lovely views of the lake at the rear. Room was tidy but ants on the counter top. Very dated and in need of an update. Staff not adequately trained and told us and others that they were open for breakfast at 7.30 when they weren't. Luckily the service station was open as not a lot of options in Port Arthur
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

No
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JENNY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff were really nice, room was a bit dirty but the view from the room was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was okay not great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely place to stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our two night stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place, only downside was the flushing capability of the toilets.. otherwise awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy access and friendly staff. Good views from the room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful setting and a very good restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Lovely. Very accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It has a nice historical value to it.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect holiday in the nature

Absokutely amazing place to stay at. The hotel is located near by a lake and the delux rooms are facing that direction. The mornjng there are just fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Anna

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The reception was shut (1400) when we arrived. The reception staff were rude and the payment system didn't work (repeatedly). Dinner was very very slow and 2 of our 4 meals were wrong and I had to ask at the bar twice for mine after waiting 40mins since the others were brought. The room was very hot, air condition did not cool properly and it stank. The windows could not be opened (advised from reception) as the midge (mosquitos) would flood the room. The water was undrinkable and brown, reception also advised us not to drink it. The shower water stank and was brown.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Atmosphere inside the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Debbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was not good. Fried eggs burnt
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mo & Jo

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Needs maintenance just little things like fan in bathroom not working some lights not working for the price of over $200 a night I expected more
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient for visiting the Tesselated Pavement.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laurence

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and the view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the look and feel of this property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice quiet room with a view of the inlet with reasonable adequate amenities except face washers. We were notified at check-in not to open windows as midgets could get in, as well as non potable water issue. Wifi never worked. Tea colour water can be off putting but that's what country areas may faced. OK for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025