Hobart - things to do and where to stay

[Milboo]

I booked a Hunter Room - asked nicely at check in and was upgraded to a water view but I was there mid week in Winter.

On MONA - yep. Did not enjoy it. And this is coming from someone who holds a degree in Art History! I think the biggest contributor to it was the need to use the headsets given their approach of no written material on the wall. I found it was a sensory overload and would have preferred to read a small card and then view it with my own lens, vs having to listen to this ongoing narrative.

 

[RooFlyer]

Will be in Hobart in late October for a few nights with MrsDaver6. First time there for us too and interested to hear your thoughts.

Don't forget very close to Hobart is the Coal River Valley and its many wineries, restaurants and cheese places. The turn off is at Cambridge, on the expressway between the airport and the city.

 

[straitman]

If there is going to be several AFFers in town at the same (inc yours truly) perhaps it's time for a Hobart AFF gathering?

We had an annual gathering there several years ago. Has Hobart recovered yet :?:

 

[Denali]

If your thing is photography and chasing waterfalls, we really enjoyed our visit to Russell Falls. Its about 1.5hr drive from Hobart but super easy/mobility/pram friendly walk to the falls.

For the energetic, about 150 stairs up is another waterfall and about an hour walk to a 3rd set.. followed by a light meal at the cafe before going back to Hobart.

 

[Daver6]

Landed up booking Macq 01 for four nights. First two with the LivingSocial deal and paid for the other two. Most hotels seemed pricey for the dates I needed and Macq 01 with that above combination worked out to be extremely competitive.

Any further dining recommendations for Hobart?

 

[RooFlyer]

Close to maq1 is Frank ... and Argentinian restaurant which has had some good reviews (street level of the ugly square building you can't miss on Hobart's waterfront).

Muir's is very close; right on the docks, seafood. There is 'upstairs' - more formal, and downstairs, a bistro. Upstairs went off a few years ago, but I believe its improved again. Downstairs has always been good value - I recommend the marinated fish.

A bit out of town, maybe 30 mins from Maq1 in the Coal River Valley is the Riversdale winery and its French Bistro was recently awarded the best regional restaurant nationally in some awards.

North Hobart has the 'restaurant strip' in Hobart. I haven't been there for ages, so no suggestions sorry, but ask at the Hotel and they should suggest something.

 

[VPS]

Another one who is not a fan of MONA

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

Just booked Macq01 for 2 nights and Saffire for 3 nights in November. It will be a big celebration week - it is our 46th wedding anniversary

 

[Steady]

Saffire for 3 nights

Wow, that should be something to remember

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

Wow, that should be something to remember

Steady we have stayed at Saffire before a few years ago, it was fantastic, that why we want to do it again !!

 

[RooFlyer]

maq1 is just across the road from your nemesis, Henry Jones Art Hotel.

I should have mentioned in my post up-thread. Coming to the new maq1 building is the fine dining restaurant from Frogmore Creek (winery in the Coal river Valley). They couldn't sustain the place out in the boonies, so its been transplanted into the city. Not sure when its going to open, but when it does, and if its anything like its previous incarnation, it will be sensational.
Tasmanian restaurants

 

[get me outta here]

@mrs.dr.ron, did you get the Macq1 on the current Luxury Escapes deal?

Luxury Escapes - Affordable Luxury Travel $499 x 2 nights.

Just booked Macq01 for 2 nights and Saffire for 3 nights in November. It will be a big celebration week - it is our 46th wedding anniversary

 

[drron]

@mrs.dr.ron, did you get the Macq1 on the current Luxury Escapes deal?

Luxury Escapes - Affordable Luxury Travel $499 x 2 nights.

We did but went for a waterfront room at $649.
And one who likes MONA.
Also realised that I knew David Walsh in the 1980s-when he was in professional gambling mode.

 

[RooFlyer]

You heard it here first Frogmore Creek City :


We are so excited to officially announce we are coming, Hobart.
Frogmore Creek City will open this October 2017.

It's not long now until we can officially invite you to join us at
Frogmore Creek City. A project that sees us bring our Food, Wine and Service to the Hobart Waterfront.

Frogmore Creek City offers you two dining experiences;
The Lounge is an elegant, casual space designed as an extension of your living room whilst Atmosphere by Frogmore Creek is a multi-sensory dining experience which will take you on an untold journey.

Nothing in this project has been left to chance. Every piece of equipment, chair, knife, vessel and benchtop tells a story and we cannot wait to share it with you.

The Lounge will be opening its doors for the first time from 11.30am on Wednesday October 4 and The first experience of Atmosphere by Frogmore Creek will take place on Wednesday 11 October 2017

Please get in touch to reserve your space as bookings are filling fast.

As a valued member of our Cellar Club book directly with Beth for priority seating, Frogmore Family treatment and glass of sparkling on arrival*

03 6274 5844 | [email protected]


*glass of sparkling offer valid for bookings throughout the month of October only

 

[Denali]

Im sorry but I dont get deconstructed foodie plates.

Visually pleasing but if I wanted to put a meal together to eat, I would have stayed at home.

 

[drron]

We'll definitely be eating there in November.

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

You heard it here first Frogmore Creek City :

Rooflyer are you going to the opening ???

 

[RooFlyer]

Probably not the opening, but friends of mine in town are Frogmore fans, so I expect I'll be there soon. I'll post the menu so you can choose at leisure.

 

[Daver6]

After the post on Frogmore Creek I sent them an email. MrsDaver6 and I now have a booking at Atmosphere for the Stealth experience. Below are details I received via email.

Thank you for getting in touch regarding Frogmore Creek City! We are super excited to share our two new venues with you; The Lounge and Atmosphere by Frogmore Creek.

We are located at 18 Hunter Street, Hobart on the ground level of the new Maq01 building on the mountain side. More info via the Facebook page: Frogmore Creek City

Opening Wednesday 11th October 2017, Atmosphere is a multi-sensory dining experience designed by Ruben Koopman and The Creative. Trust our team, as we take you on an untold journey through a hidden menu. Follow the chapters and be guided though our inaugural experience showcasing the Past, Present and Future of Tasmania.

Preselect from three levels of Experience; Stealth, an all-inclusive journey (Menu + matched beverages) $300 per person, Gold, the full journey with a few shorter chapters (Menu only) $160 per person, and Bronze, a teaser of the Atmosphere experience (Menu only) $125 per person.

The Lounge, is casual space designed as an extension of your living room and will open on Wednesday 4th October 2017. The elegant ‘big sister’ to our Cambridge restaurant, has a sleek residential fit out and exceptional water, city and mountain views. Open for lunch and dinner with a unique ‘Delicate and lights’ menu throughout the day. The Lounge provides the perfect space to meet friends and unwind with a glass of wine or a signature coughtail.

Menus are not finalised as yet but will be in the upcoming days.

Please get in touch to reserve your space as bookings are filling fast!

 

[mrs.dr.ron]

After the post on Frogmore Creek I sent them an email. MrsDaver6 and I now have a booking at Atmosphere for the Stealth experience. Below are details I received via email.

Daver6 please report back after your stay and let us know how it was ! We will also do dinner. Ron thinks we will also do dinner here =

The Story

Well we will have a very busy week of eating !