Sandy Bay
Hobart
Popular places to visit
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
Constitution Dock
History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.
Franklin Wharf
You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Tasmanian Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Museum of Old and New Art
Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.
Things to do
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village
Top hotels in Sandy Bay
Wrest Point
Unfortunately, when we arrived in the room, the bed linens had not been changed.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Bay Hotel Apartments
Lovely clean comfy room close to everything I needed was quiet and comfortable
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Doctor Syntax Hotel
Stayed in a nice, clean room . Next to a bar/restaurant , with a good selection of beers and a nice menu . Easy walking distance to local beach , Battery Point , Salamanca market and Hobart centre . Pleasant, friendly bar and hotel staff .
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
429 Apartments and Suites
Room was great. Large and comfortable. Had all equipment for cooking too
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Mayfair Plaza Motel
Liz made our stay fantastic with her cheery disposition and going above and beyond to make our stay special. She is a real asset!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart
Helpful staff, great room
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Bay
Battery Point
Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.
Sullivan's Cove
Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tasmanian Waterfront.
Hobart Central Business District
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
North Hobart
North Hobart is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to North Hobart Oval and Train Park while you're in town.
