Portsea Place, nestled in the heart of Battery Point, draws visitors with its blend of historical charm and modern amenities. This sought-after destination provides a memorable experience to its guests, thanks to its unique location and offerings. Based on user reviews, the following are the key highlights and drawbacks.
1/5
Safety index
92 out of 100
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Luxury
Portsea Place
8.6
(711 ratings)
Hobart, Australia -
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350 m Salamanca Market
420 m Salamanca Place
490 m Mona Ferry Terminal
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
Location
- Location: Ideally situated within walking distance to local attractions and eateries, providing convenience and a genuine cultural experience.
- Historic Charm: The building's architecture and decor offer a nod to the past, allowing guests to step back in time while enjoying modern comforts.
- Customer Service: Friendly and attentive staff who go above and beyond to ensure a comfortable stay for their guests.
- Cleanliness: High standards of cleanliness are consistently maintained, ensuring a pleasant and hygienic environment.
- Ambience: The establishment boasts a calm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploring.
Area for improvement
- Parking: Limited parking spaces available, which can be inconvenient for guests traveling with their own vehicles.
- Price: Some guests feel that the prices are a bit high in comparison to other local options, especially during peak seasons.
- Room Size: A few guests have mentioned that the rooms can feel cramped, particularly for those staying in the standard rooms.
- Noise: Being in a lively area, some visitors have experienced disturbances from street noise at night.
- Wi-Fi Connectivity: There have been occasional complaints about the reliability and speed of the Wi-Fi connection.
Amenities
Kitchen
Microwave
Parking available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Limited onsite parking
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8.6RateScore
Total 711 Reviews
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Blended Web Rating
8.3
9.0
booking
359 Reviews
8.3 / 10
expedia
352 Reviews
9.0 / 10
Reviews
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Location was mentioned 24 times
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Reviews based on Location
Andrew and Sall... H2 years ago
We stayed in late September 2022 in 60a. Although fairly basic instead of luxurious, Portsea Place is nevertheless comfortable with everything needed for a stay which was focused on getting out and about. It also had a fully equipped kitchen which we made use of. The best thing however was the proximity to Salamanca Markets, only a short walk away, perfect for stocking up on goodies and then dropping them back at the accommodation before exploring further. The Battery Point area is full of lovely shops and cafes and picturesque old cottages and water views, perfect for an afternoon wander. Hobart CBD is only about 10 minutes walk so nice and close.
Michael R1 year ago
On the basis that you get what you pay for, we didn’t pay much, which was $280 for two nights. |We tried to either cancel or change the booking two days out due to illness and despite the best attempts of the third party booking platform they were unable to get approval for either, from the accommodation manager.|I tried to directly message him 4 times on the day of check in and got no response whatsoever. Nothing. So we went ahead with the short stay rather than lose 100% of the booking fee. |The place is ok. It was empty I think when we were there but we still ended up in a room facing directly onto the street. The bed was ok. The heat pump over the bed warmed the room quickly. |It was ok. It was basic. Clean enough. Not brilliant and not appalling but the lack of any response to multiple attempts to contact management left a sour taste. |I’d book a hotel in town next time which has some sort of options to either rebook or get a refund if something g goes wrong two days out.
Hotel Quality
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General Info
Total number of rooms 11
Number of floors 2
Number of buildings/towers 1
Year Built 1850
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
16Download
37Upload
12Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
76 out of 100
Safe
Nighttime safety
55 out of 100
Risky
Hobart safety index
92
Overall Safety Index
Very Safe
An average rating of the six safety categories
92 out of 100
Women safety
Safe
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
77
Physical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
100
Property safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of theft.
81
Political safety
Very Safe
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
94
LGBTQ safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
100
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
34
Overall Crime index
Low
An average rating of the crime categories
34 out of 100
Property crime severity
Moderate
42
Mugging or robbery 27/100
Car theft 26/100
Car break-ins 34/100
Home break-ins 31/100
Violent crime severity
Low
31
Physical attacks 30/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 23/100
Other crime severity
Low
28
Insult or harassment in public 40/100
Corruption or bribery 34/100
Drug problem 43/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.6 - $2.1
Coffee
$2.4 - $3.6
Beer 0.5L
$3.9 - $7.2
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$10.2 - $23.9
Public transport, one-way ticket
$2.3 - $3.6
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$1.8 - $3.3
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$77.7 - $89.6
Bottle of mid-range wine
$9 - $23.9
McMeal at McDonalds
$7.2 - $9
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$1.8 - $2.4
Public transport, monthly pass
$41.8 - $83.7
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1 - $1.3
Mobile phone monthly plan
$20.9 - $35.9
Fitness club, monthly fee
$12 - $77.7
Weather In Hobart
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Precipitation In Hobart
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Air Quality
Good
PM2.56
PM1014
8
Air quality is acceptable and pollution poses no health risk. Enjoy outdoor activities as normal.
Drinkable Water Quality
Poor
Water quality is very low. Consider alternative water drinking options.
Traffic around property
Light
Few vehicles on the road, relaxed and stress-free driving experience.
House Rules
Check in after 14:00
Check out until 10:00
Children welcome
No pets, service animals welcome