Looking for some ideas for a Tasmania weekend getaway for you and your beloved? Or perhaps you’re planning a weeklong romantic escape or honeymoon in Tasmania? We’ve got you covered.
We recently asked our community of travel blogging friends to list their favourite romantic getaways in Tasmania for couples. And they delivered.
Here are 9 of the best couples’ getaways in Tasmania!
With loads of romantic places to stay Tasmania offers the perfect retreat for you and your significant other to rekindle that spark.
From some of Australia’s most renowned luxury lodges to dreamy Airbnbs, and the best glamping spots in Tasmania. This article lists the most romantic accommodation options and luxury escapes in Tasmania to add to your bucket list.
Whether you’re planning an active weekend in Tasmania exploring some of the islands best hiking trails, a winter road trip along the east coast, a visit to the incredible Tamar Valley wineries, or a food-filled weekend in Hobart. Whatever the reason, this list has something for everyone!
These romantic getaways in Tasmania are perfect for a quick weekend away, child-free holiday or romantic honeymoon trip!
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Top 9 Romantic Getaways in Tasmania
#1 | Freycinet National Park
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 2 hours 10 minutes
Where to Stay: Picnic Island | Freycinet Lodge | Piermont Retreat
Freycinet National Park is undoubtedly one of the most popular Tasmania weekend escapes and a great place to take your beloved if you love a combination of outdoor activities, good food and wine!
Hiking is the number one thing to do at Freycinet National Park, with Wineglass Bay lookout being one of the most popular hikes in Tasmania. The Hazards Beach Circuit and Mount Amos boulder scramble are also great options for those looking for something a little longer or more challenging.
For the perfect romantic Tasmanian getaway, we recommend teaming up a morning hike with an afternoon winery visit. Some great cellar doors to check out include Devils Corner (also a great spot for lunch), Gala Estate and Craigie Knowe Vineyards.
Do you love a good oyster to get the aphrodisiac juices flowing? Why not stop by Freycinet Marine Farm to pick up a dozen. Some other great spots to eat around Coles Bay include Richardson’s Bistro, Geographe Restaurant, or The Bay Restaurant.
If a road trip along the east coast of Tasmania (including a stop at Freycinet National Park) is your idea of a romantic trip, then check out our ultimate east coast Tasmania road trip itinerary.
Recommended by Amanda from Bucket List Seekers
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#2 | Tamar Valley & Pipers River Region
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 3 hours
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 20 minutes
Where to Stay: Domescapes in the Vines | Tamar River Apartments | Tamar Solar Home
If you’re into food and wine, then one of the most popular spots for a couples getaway in Tasmania is the Tamar Valley and Pipers River region.
Start your weekend in Tasmania by flying into Launceston. From here the Tamar Valley is just a short 20 minute drive away and offers some of the best wineries in Tasmania! The Tamar Valley is synonymous with cold climate wines, while Pipers River region is famous for producing some of the most awarded Australian sparkling wines.
Clover Hill Estate, Josef Chromy and Tamar Ridge winery are a few crowd favourites. But if you’re seeking something a little more intimate, we highly recommend Moores Hill Estate or Delamere Vineyards. To make things a little easier, here’s a list of our favourite Tamar Valley wineries to help you choose.
Being so close to Launceston, you could opt to stay in the city and jump on an organised wine tour. Alternatively, there are a few romantic accommodation options dotted around the rolling hills and rivers of this beautiful wine region – you can’t go past the Tamar River Apartments for stunning views.
Recommended by Amanda from Bucket List Seekers
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#3 | Pumphouse Point, Lake St. Clair
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Where to Stay: Pumphouse Point
If you are looking for the ultimate romantic destination in Tasmania for couples, there is one place you need to head – Pumphouse Point.
Pumphouse Point is a gorgeous adults-only retreat located by and on the glacial Lake St Clair surrounded by forest in the UNESCO World Heritage Listed Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park. The hotel buildings are within heritage buildings that once operated as a hydroelectric station. It’s a place like no other.
There are two buildings where you can stay with the top choice being The Pumphouse itself at the end of the jetty and on the lake. All have great views of the lake and surrounds and are comfortable and come complete with a huge minibar with picnic supplies.
A stay here is not just about gorgeous surrounds and great rooms, however. Meals are included as well as activities. You can take a rowboat out on the lake, ride an electric bike or hike one of the many trails that surround this area and explore more of the national park. Definitely don’t miss the opportunity to get out and explore the area!
There are also a few different communal lounge areas with fireplaces and books and games. It can get quite cold here so sitting by the fire is a great way to spend the evening after a day out hiking.
Everything is well presented with great service and it really is a fabulous place for a romantic getaway in Tasmania.
Recommended by Sharon from Tasmania Explorer
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#4 | Binalong Bay & Bay of Fires
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes
Where to Stay: Bay of Fires Bush Retreat | Aunt Sarahs | Bay of Fires Apartments
For those looking for a weekend getaway in Tasmania that involves beautiful beaches and a slower pace of life, then you can’t go past Binalong Bay.
Located around 2 and a half hours drive east of Launceston, Binalong Bay is the perfect escape for couples wishing to explore the world-renowned Bay of Fires region. Binalong Bay is a sleepy coastal village know for its white sand, turquoise waters and bright orange boulders.
At Binalong Bay you and your loved one can jump in a boat and explore the bay, go hiking along the pure white sands, or dive for abalone. Or you can simply spend your days relaxing on the beach at Cosy Corner, Jeanneret Beach or one of the other many secluded spots along the 50km stretch of coastline that makes up the Bay of Fires. There’s a pretty good chance you’ll be able to find a beach all to yourselves!
If you’re the type of couple who loves to sleep outdoors and cuddle up by the fire at night, then you’ll probably think the Bay of Fires Bush Retreat is the best couples retreat Tasmania has to offer. Only a 5-minute drive from Binalong Bay, the Bay of Fires Bush Retreat offers luxuriously styled glamping bell tents in a bush setting, gourmet grazing boards and marshmallows by the fire… how romantic!
Recommended by Amanda from Bucket List Seekers
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#5 | Hobart
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes
Where to Stay: Moss Hotel | The Islington Hotel | Henry Jones Art Hotel | MACq 01 Hotel
If you’re keen on a romantic weekend away in the city, then Hobart is your go to place! This picturesque city is home to Tasmania’s most beautiful views and offers excellent food, wine and accommodation. There are so many romantic things to do in Hobart that will make your couples weekend away just perfect.
Hobart is located on the shores of Derwent River and is small enough to explore on foot while being home to a wide range of excellent restaurants, cafes and other attractions.
There are a plethora of accommodation options for your romantic getaway in Hobart. Luxurious hotels such as The Islington Hotel and Henry Jones Art Hotel – both offer high levels of service and comfort that will make any couple feel right at home. There are also many boutique properties dotted around Hobart that offer more intimate surroundings.
Foodies need not look further than Hobarts’ waterfront, home to a range of eateries, including the award-winning Cornelian Bay Boathouse Restaurant.
The best season to visit Hobart is in summer when there are fewer visitors and temperatures are mild. It’s the perfect time of year for a glorious beach break or hikes up Mount Wellington. It also hosts its annual art festival, MONA FOMA, with world-class exhibitions that will leave you breathless – not just from all the fresh air!
Recommended by Christina from Travel2next.com
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#6 | Cradle Mountain
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 4 hours
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 2 hours
Where to Stay: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge | Eagles Nest Retreat | Cradle Mountain Hotel
Marvelling at gorgeous views by the day before curling up with a glass of wine by the fire are just two of the things that make Cradle Mountain one of the best places to stay in Tasmania for couples.
Located just 2 hours drive from Launceston, Cradle Mountain is a nature lovers’ playground. The vast array of wildlife and absolutely stunning hiking trails it offers are perfect for couples who love to get outdoors.
If this sounds like your cup of tea, then you should add Cradle Mountain to the top of your list of Tasmania getaways to plan a trip ASAP!
Being an alpine environment, Cradle Mountain offers the perfect climate for trekking in the summer, and a great excuse to laze by the fire in winter while the snow settles outside your cabin. For the ultimate high-end luxury escape, spend a few nights at Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge.
Whether you’re after a weekend of hiking, wildlife watching, exploring the beautiful lakes, canyoning or horseback riding, Cradle Mountain is without a doubt one of the most romantic weekend getaways Tasmania has to offer!
Recommended by Amanda from Bucket List Seekers
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#7 | Mount Field National Park
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 3 hours
Where to Stay: Maydena Mountain Cabins | Sassafras Springs | Sunnybrook Cottage
One of the most underrated Tasmania getaways for couples is Mount Field National Park. Located just 1.5 hours out of Hobart, this is one of Tassie’s oldest and most popular national parks – and with good reason!
The National Park itself is packed with ancient gum trees that are as tall as they are old. Reaching heights of over 100 metres, some of these trees have been around for hundreds of years – well before European settlement of Tasmania!
Going for a walk amongst these giants with your loved one is a fantastic way to get back in touch with nature and enjoy some quality time together. Finish with the triple-tiered Russell Falls, a breathtaking spot where you can feel the raw power of nature as you watch the water cascade down each of the individual falls.
Just 45 minutes from Mount Field is another unique experience. A salmon and trout hatchery, set amongst beautiful gardens modelled on 19th-century English grounds makes for a peaceful and relaxing setting to spend some time with your partner. Feed the salmon and enjoy a stroll around the grounds and museum together.
In terms of accommodation, the National Park Hotel or the Russell Falls Cottages are both romantic places to stay, located right by the entrance to the park. However, if you are a more adventurous couple, consider camping within the park itself – just don’t forget your 2 person tent!
Recommended by Louis from Outdoor Explorer
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#8 | Derby
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes
Where to Stay: The Keep | Willowlodge | River Cabins Derby
For couples looking for an active Tasmania weekend away, Derby offers something unique that you won’t find elsewhere in Australia.
A quaint historic town that was once a thriving mining settlement, had become a ghost town after the mining boom had subsided. That was until 2013 when it was transformed into a wonderland of mountain-biking tracks and trails that saw the town flourish once again.
Possibly one of the most underrated Tasmania getaways you’ll find, we think Derby is a great place to head with your loved one if you like to get down and dirty (literally). Offering a range of biking trails to suit novice and experienced riders, breathtaking scenery, and cosy cabins to stay after a hard day’s effort. For a romantic luxury adventure, check out the secluded Blue Derby Pods Ride.
And if mountain biking is not your thing, you can also visit the Little Blue Lake, explore Mt. Paris Dam wall, or chill out at the Lake Derby Floating Sauna – one of the most romantic experiences in Tasmania. After a day exploring the outdoors, try the grub at The Hub Pizza and Beer Bar.
Recommended by Graeme from Bucket List Seekers
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#9 | Bruny Island
Driving Time from Hobart: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Driving Time from Launceston: Approximately 4 hours
Where to Stay: 43 Degrees Bruny Island | Adventure Bay Retreat | Seascape Bruny Island
Bruny Island is one of the premier destinations in Tasmania and offers one of the best romantic getaways Hobart couples will love, because its only 1-hour drive from Hobart to Bruny Island plus a short ferry ride.
Bruny Island offers a pristine wilderness area that stretches into the Southern Ocean off the south coast of Tasmania. The island is a foodie’s mecca where you’ll spend your weekend visiting wineries, eating chocolates, cheese, oysters and other artisan foodie finds.
Bruny Island Premium Wines is a great spot for cellar door tastings, while the Tasmanian House of Whiskyshowcases some of the world’s best drops of scotch. Pick up some cheese from the Bruny Island Cheese Co.and some fresh Oysters from Get Shucked – possibly the only place in the world where you can by fresh Oysters from a drive-through window.
Bruny’s beautiful long white sandy beaches are perfect for a romantic stroll, or penguin watching at night. While a jet boat tour into the Southern Ocean provides a taste of adventure and wildlife spotting.
Accommodation is possible in everything from private holiday homes to luxury couples retreats. The isolated location of Bruny Island makes it one of the most secluded romantic getaways in Tasmania with plenty of opportunities to spend some one-on-one time with your loved one.
Recommended by Mark from Wyld Family Travel
Have we missed a spot? Can you recommend any other great Tasmania getaways for other couples to check out, let us know in the comments below!
Ready to Book Your Couples Getaway in Tasmania?
Tasmania is one of the best places in Australia to plan a romantic couples getaway. There are so many incredible luxury escapes and options for romantic accommodation in Tasmania. With most of them just a short drive from Hobart and Launceston, you’re simply spoilt for choice!
While you’re in Tasmania, why not check out some of these other great things to do in the Apple Isle, such as a road trip along the stunning east coast, wine tasting in the Tamar Valley, or getting back to nature with a night of luxury glamping. And don’t forget to visit the Discover Tasmania website to help plan your trip.
We hope this guide of the best romantic getaways in Tasmania has helped you to plan your next escape from the city or book a well-deserved weekend trip to Tasmania!
Are you based elsewhere in Australia? Be sure to check out our Couples Getaway Guides from other Australian cities such as Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth.
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