Rydges Hobart
393 Argyle St, North Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Hotel
•Why you'll love Rydges Hobart
- Offers free on-site parking, natural light in all spaces, and electric vehicle charging points.
- Packages suited to each individual event with a dedicated event coordinator.
- With versatile facilities, in-house AV equipment, charging stations, free on-site parking space, creative and experienced staffs.
Rydges Hobart – all heritage-listed buildings, antique accommodation and tranquil gardens – combines the personal attention of a boutique hotel with the professionalism of a large chain of properties. That includes function spaces and event facilities, obviously. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed into a beautifully restored building that exudes old-world charm. Surrounded by gardens, Rydges Hobart provides a spot from which to explore the city, celebrate with family and friends, or attend a conference or meeting. From a location just minutes from the business centre of Hobart. The four function venues found within Rydges Hobart are versatile spaces, each with natural light and high ceilings. Think birthday parties, milestone celebrations or even a day of presentations or workshops. With such a diverse array of dining options just steps away from the hotel, Rydges Hobart is perfectly situated to cater to all your culinary desires. Whether you are in the mood for fine dining or casual eats, local restaurants offer an assortment of flavours to suit all palates. Rydges Hotel Hobart is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travellers alike. Whether you're here for a weekend escape or a corporate retreat, Rydges Hobart ensures that all guests have access to modern amenities while maintaining a sense of historic charm. It's the perfect spot to unwind and recharge, as you are enveloped in its serene atmosphere.
Rydges Hobart Function Rooms
Lewis Room
In the 1800's, The Lewis and Wellington rooms were previously the entry halls into the School for the Blind. Today, they have been repurposed for intimate events, ideal for training, interviews and internal meetings.
The Braille Boardroom
Conveniently located directly next to the Braille Library, this space has been upgraded with a 60” LCD Screen and HDMI connection. This is the perfect space for a Board Meeting or as a breakout area separate to the plenary room.
Edwardian Room
Rydges Hobart offers many functions options in both our Edwardian and Federation room which can accommodate up to 120 guests. Both rooms are located on the first floor of the historic hotel. These rooms offer an abundance of natural light f...
Federation Room
Rydges Hobart Venue offers many conference options in both our Edwardian and Federation room with a capacity of up to 120 guests. Both rooms are located on the first floor of the historic hotel. These rooms offer an abundance of natural lig...
Braille Library
Rydges is Hobart’s boutique meetings venue. The Braille library is a special part of the historic hotel. It once housed the education and training of student learning and understanding braille. The stand-alone building has 2 rooms (Braille ...
Wellington Room
Discover the timeless charm of our Wellington room where it was once the grand entry hall of the historic School for the Blind in the 1800s. This room is perfect for intimate events; these meticulously restored spaces offer a blend of sophi...
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| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| Day Delegate Package (DDP) | $ 55 |
| Half Day Delegate Package (HDDP) | $ 43 |
| 2 Course Menu | $ 58 |
| 3 Course Menu | $ 68 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 55 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 50 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Rydges Hobart
Vicky Treadgold
There is nothing really special about this hotel apart from looking nice. The service from the staff was pleasant. The room was average, king bed with a ridge down the middle, the hot water system servicing other rooms was in our wardrobe so very noisy whilst other units showered. We didn't need one but important to point out there is no air conditioning but there is a heater. Not enough milk to make 1 coffee, toilet paper cheapest to be found and super thin, paid for breakfast buffet but was asked for $5 extra per egg to be fried so only choice was scrambled. Dinner was nice as advertised and the sweet potato chips were delicious. Out of the 5 hotels we stayed at during this trip, I would not choose this one again. Be aware there is no lifts in this building so carrying the luggage to upper floors can be a trial but I'm sure if you asked for assistance it would hopefully be provided.
Connor Gregory
While the initial appeal of 1800 architecture seems appealing visually, it’s unfortunate that there hasn’t been an attempt to include even the most basic amenities in what is priced at the higher end of town. For $377/night you expect the rooms to at least have air conditioning, which they do not. The staff was kind enough to inform me there was a heater to use instead, so unless you’re coming in winter, or enjoy sweating in your sleep forget about it. Terrible stay. Never again. Who knew when you’re paying nearly $400 a night you wouldn’t get aircon.
Paul “Fitzy” Fitzpatrick
Nice blend of late 1800s charm and modern amenities. Only down side was carrying bags upstairs as there was no lift but easily worth it for the view, King bed, large TV & spacious room. There is a bar, restaurant & breakfast is available on site with ample parking containing charging stations for EV’s. location is close to restaurants, shops and central enough for getting around Hobart. Excellent friendly reception staff, WIFI was faster than most places we’ve been, streaming was capable in our room.
Maxwell Walsh
The rooms lack basic things like enough milk for a single coffee. The beds were really nice. Only one bin and it's tiny. Really bad tv. 3 stars rooms. The room booking was very frustrating because we asked for an extra bed in one of the rooms. They put us in a room cheaper then we asked for and still paid the price of the more expensive room. After our first night they moved us into a room we paid for with 2 beds instead of one. While the staff were moving our luggage (we were out of the hotel so we couldn't move it) they lost my 40 dollar charger. I went the night without it and the next morning they looked all over for it came though they were so understaffed and found it saving me 30$. I greatly appreciate it and they were all very nice. 5 star service. The location is not bad looking over a footy oval and a portion of the Hobart housing areas. Enterong the parking lot is easy and there s lots of parking spots and a nice pool that is very clean. 4 star location. Overall rating 4 stars.
Grant Briggs
Loved the overall experience of this hotel and the staff went above and beyond. Rooms although serviced to a high standard suffer from cross-noise contamination as they are narrow and in two floors. There appears to be limited noise dampening. Also parking is immediately outside, one morning constant car door closing noises. The staff however were expectational and offered a solution without prompting.
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