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    Waratah on York

    152 reviews
    #25 of 30 Hotels in Launceston
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    12 York St, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
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    3.5 152 reviews
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    12 York St, Launceston, Tasmania 7250 Australia See on map
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    Breakfast included
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    All reviews four poster bed honeymoon suite spa bath beautiful heritage steep driveway victorian style period features cooked breakfast tamar river few stairs a great nights sleep wifi is free old building overlooking launceston breakfast included off street parking small balcony
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    Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
    Delightful

    I booked Waratah on York quickly without much thought primarily because it was inexpensive. I did not have high expectations but was delighted with the accommodation. A large spacious room with panoramic views looking out to the Tamar river and a comprehensive Continental breakfast which...More

    Thank Trevor Z
    Response from ClareF727, Owner at Waratah on YorkResponded 4 weeks ago

    Dear Trevor, Thank you very much for the very positive review. We are delighted to hear your expectations were exceeded and you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards, Piia

    Reviewed October 15, 2018 via mobile
    Great Little Hotel

    We booked here on the day we were to arrive, staying for 2 nights. We had room 8 a King Room with Spa, overlooking the valley, on the 2nd floor. Great Comfy bed, clean room and friendly staff. Breakfast was included and served at the...More

    Thank Amanda W
    Response from ClareF727, Owner at Waratah on YorkResponded 4 weeks ago

    Dear Amanda, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and loved the beautiful Waratah on York building. Just a little background information about the building. It was built in 1860 and was used as...More

    Reviewed September 28, 2018
    Great spot to stay.

    We booked in to the Waratah on York after a long day of driving. Asked for a ground floor room which was available and found ourselves in a very large, extremely comfortable room - just what two buggered travellers needed. Reception offered us what turned...More

    Thank Jim O
    Response from ClareF727, Owner at Waratah on YorkResponded October 5, 2018

    Hello Jim, Thank you very much for a great review. It is a pleasure to here you found the room to your liking, enjoyed the breakfast and also your dinner in Launceston. We look forward to welcoming you to our hotel soon again! Kind regards,...More

    Reviewed September 17, 2018 via mobile
    Beautiful accommodation

    This is the second time we have stayed here on room 5 with the king bed and spa in the sunroom. The room is spacious and the view across the city is amazing. Good value for a room with a spa with breakfast included in...More

    Thank Teenie48
    Response from ClareF727, Owner at Waratah on YorkResponded September 20, 2018

    Good afternoon Teenie48, Thank you for taking the time to review Waratah on York. Room 5 definitely is a favourite - you can't beat the view from that spa! We are really pleased that you have enjoyed our accommodation so much that you have stayed...More

    Reviewed September 11, 2018 via mobile
    Lovely old period building

    We loved our stay here. It was a beautiful old building with lots of period features. Comfy room with lots of space. The accommodation is on the side of a steep hill but the view is spoilt a bit by the newer motel built out...More

    Thank Wendy W
    Response from ClareF727, Manager at Waratah on YorkResponded September 13, 2018

    Hi Wendy, Thanks for taking the time to leave a review of your stay. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time here and found the location and space to your liking. Thank you also for the feedback regarding our breakfast times, we...More

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    HOTEL FEATURES
    Free Parking
    Breakfast included
    Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
    Air Conditioning
    Dry Cleaning
    Laundry Service
    Non-Smoking Hotel
    Refrigerator in room
    Pool
    Restaurant
    Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
    Hotel Style
    Luxury
    Room types
    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
    Hotel class
    Hotel Style
    Luxury
    Room types
    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
    Number of rooms
    10
    Price range
    $84 - $150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Waratah On York Launceston, Tasmania
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    Waratah On York Hotel Launceston
    Location
    Australia > Tasmania > Launceston
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    Hotel Style
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    Room types
    Suites, Non-Smoking Rooms
    Number of rooms
    10
    Price range
    $84 - $150 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
    Also Known As
    Waratah On York Launceston, Tasmania
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    "Spa room facing west"
    grstoward
    Jun 29, 2018
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    "Old building , but very well fitted out."
    555annetteg
    May 18, 2018
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    "Treat yourself to the honeymoon suite - spa with a view"
    annebM2861BO
    Apr 2, 2018
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    "Beautiful views, close to town, great atmosphere."
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    Feb 24, 2018
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