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Risby Cove

4.5 star property
Waterfront motel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Local cuisine
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Maugean Suite | View from room
Classic Room
Maugean Suite
Seaside charm awaits at Risby Cove, where the sound of waves meets a warm welcome. Indulge in local cuisine at the on-site restaurant, unwind with laundry facilities and meeting rooms for work or leisure. Guests rave about this haven by the sea.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is €157
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug

Room options

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Maugean Suite | Bathroom

Maugean Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 77 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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The Cove Pavilions

The Cove Pavilions

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Harbour Suite | Bathroom

The Harbour Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Room

Classic Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 68 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Storyteller's Suite

The Storyteller's Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 60 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Rainforest Suites

Rainforest Suites

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
  • 51 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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The Piner's Suite

The Piner's Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
Dining table
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Strahan, Risby Cove is near a train station and on the waterfront. West Coast Reflections and West Coast Wilderness Railway are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Strahan Harbour and Strahan Golf Club. Botanical Garden Reserve and West Coast Wilderness Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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The Esplanade, Strahan, TAS, 7468

What's nearby

  • Strahan Visitor Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Strahan Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hogarth Falls - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • West Coast Wilderness Railway - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Strahan Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Hall's Creek Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee Shack - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wild Rivers Escape - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bushman's Bar & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Strahan Central - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Risby Cove

Motel by the sea, remodelled in 2025
At Risby Cove, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a fireplace in reception and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Risby Cove Restaurant, features local cuisine. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and concierge services
  • A water dispenser and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Risby Cove feature comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and separate dining areas.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and free toiletries
  • Balconies, separate dining areas and LED light bulbs

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Risby Cove Restaurant

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - March 2025
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: AUD 20
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: AUD 30

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: AUD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: AUD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Risby Cove Motel Strahan
Risby Cove Motel
Risby Cove Strahan
Risby Cove
Risby Cove Strahan, Tasmania
Risby Cove Hotel Strahan
Tasmania
Risby Cove Motel
Risby Cove Strahan
Risby Cove Hotel Strahan
Risby Cove Motel Strahan

Frequently asked questions

Is Risby Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Risby Cove?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Risby Cove on 30 Aug 2025 start from €156.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Risby Cove?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Risby Cove?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of AUD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Risby Cove?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for AUD 30 (subject to availability).

Where is Risby Cove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this motel is steps away from Strahan Visitor Centre and Botanical Garden Reserve. Strahan Harbour and Hogarth Falls are also within 10 minutes.

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Risby Cove Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 107 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 154 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property, very welcoming staff and well looked after room. Fabulous views and very peaceful and quiet. Definitely only worth a night stay as there isn’t much around and very limited food options. The restaurant was lovely and service was great! The breakfast hamper was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Zhenliang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place coupled with awesome restaurant!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay quiet convenient great room and great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dhruv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New property. Loved the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The renovated rooms were outstanding.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In a spectacular location, staff are excellent and restaurant hit the spot for dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and spacious apartment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miv

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waterfront setting and beautiful decor, comfortable beds and excellent spa.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Can highly recommend. Could not ask for more. Rigsby Cove was an awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want a nice quiet enjoyable place to stay this is it. The only regret is we only stayed one night. would have liked at least 3days there
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Russell

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great view, could be so good

The view is amazing, but the property is dated now. There are extensive room upgrades going on. Not great if you are staying there at the same time.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice unusual place

8/10 Good

Ruth

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

Nice spot

Nice spot. Just out of the village, only a short 10-15 minute walk
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Water views from most rooms in the quieter part of Strahan. Excellent location for walking to local waterfall and into main wharf. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice sunset location.

We were there for one night and experienced a stunning sunset exactly like their picture. The location is excellent and the restaurant seems to be one of the best in Strahan. The best meal we had in Tasmania. They delivered a breakfast to our room as the restaurant isn't doing breakfast at present, but it was pleasant. There is a nice short bushwalk across the road, worth doing.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rockland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely the best place to stay and to dine. Whilst you should not expect a 5 star room the accomodation is well presented and the location is wonderful. Close to walking trails and the waterfront location is superb. The food options are many, even on the set menus nights so don’t be out off by that. The very well presented and perfectly cooked food on offer was our best dining experience in the north western end of Tasmania. The staff are warm, friendly and knowledgable from the check in/out process to the ability to match wine selection to complement your dinner. Second to none in Strahan and the north west of Tasmania.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Graham

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Our experience at the restaurant was really poor and this affected our feelings for the whole hotel. How this restaurant has received any kind of positive award is beyond belief. The menu was minute and my choice was unavailable. My eventual dish was the “beef & beer pot pie.” This was an oily, fatty mix of minimal amounts of fatty meat, cheese and, yes, oil. The hotel needed a good dusting, unless the cobwebs were thought to contribute to the rustic look. Overall, I would not recommend this place or its restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025