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The Ark Stanley

Tasmania - TAS · Australia

18 Wharf RoadView location

9.8/10Excellent165 Reviews
Cleanliness10.0/1010.0
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.8/109.8
Condition9.8/109.8
Location9.0/109.0
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Value9.0/109.0
Amenities9.6/109.6
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About The Ark Stanley

With a stay at The Ark Stanley in Stanley, you'll be just steps from The Nut State Reserve and Sawyer Bay. This 4.5-star guesthouse is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Stanley Seaquarium and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Stanley Discovery Museum and Genealogy Centre.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This guesthouse also features tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and barbecue grills. Free self parking is available onsite.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets.

Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

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When you stay at The Ark Stanley in Stanley, you'll be near the beach, just steps from The Nut State Reserve and Sawyer Bay. This beach guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Van Diemen's Land Company Store and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Stanley Discovery Museum and Genealogy Centre.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and DVD players are provided for your entertainment.

Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a library. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until 5:00 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators No front desk Professional property host/manager Quality Tourism Framework Pets not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Cashless transactions are available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Special Instructions
    There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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 and cash
    • Cashless transactions are available
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

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

  • Spoken Language

    Swedish

    English

Nearby attractions

The Nut State Reserve 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Sawyer Bay 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Van Diemen's Land Company Store 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Stanley Heritage Walk 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
The Nut Chairlift Stanley 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Stanley Discovery Museum and Genealogy Centre 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
St James’ Presbyterian Church 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Godfreys Beach Penguin Viewing Platform 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Stanley Conservation Area 1 km / 0.6 mi
Stanley Golf Club 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Fisherman's Wharf Lookout 2 km / 1.3 mi
Highfield Histroric Site 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Tatlows Beach Conservation Area 2.9 km / 1.8 mi
Trethewies Lookout 3 km / 1.9 mi
West Inlet Conservation Area 6 km / 3.7 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 5
  • guest house
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Wi-fi
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Smoke detector
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
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  • Dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Grill/BBQ
  • Library
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Game roomExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
  • GolfExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • SUITE QUEEN SIZE BEDSUITE • QUEEN SIZE BEDSUI.QN

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Limited room details from hotel

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    The Ark Stanley

    SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Ark Stanley

9.8
Excellent
165 Reviews
Cleanliness
10.0 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.8 /10
Condition
9.8 /10
Location
9.0 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Value
9.0 /10
Amenities
9.6 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2026
Alison
One of the nicest places that we have ever stayed in.
Beautiful rooms, very clean.
The breakfast was amazing
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2026
Michelle
It was perfect, a quiet clean room after a day of driving from Hobart to Stanley via Queenstown in pretty wet weather. Perfect. Outstanding views from our window, nice touch in the bathroom with the hair straightener and the perfume.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2025
Gerard
Very nice B&B in scenic, peaceful town of Stanley. Rhonda & Chris are gracious hosts who provide excellent service and maintain the facility in pristine condition. The amenities are modern and the tasty breakfast is served in a cozy dining room. We enjoyed our stay at The Ark and would have loved to stay longer
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Jill
Great location hosts were lovely and breakfast was amazing. Highly recommend as a great place to stay.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 May 2024
Christa
Great place but overpriced
10/10
Exceptional
18 Mar 2024
Samantha
Beautiful outlook. Little touches inside the room to make you feel pampered.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2024
Krissy
This cute house is easy walking distance to everything. We saw penguins hiding in the rocks straight across the road. The owners Chris & Rhonda cooked us a beautiful breakfast and chatted easily to us in their kitchen while they cooked. The upstairs admiral room is huge with great views overlooking the water. Loved our 2N stay there and loved our complimentary bottle of wine for our 30th Wedding Anniversary.

Dave & Krissy Qld
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2024
Terry
Enjoyed our one night stay at the Ark, room was large and clean. You can walk to the hotel for dinner in seven minutes.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2024
Basil
N
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2023
Jeremy
Top quality all round
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2023
William
Tremendous location.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2023
Graeme
Property and facilities were excellent and our hosts made settling in very easy and homely. Breakfast was excellent, home grown ingredients. Stanley and The Ark are a must visit.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
27 Feb 2023
William

Disappointing Host

Whilst the room and breakfast was pleasant we had difficulty with the host, Rhonda. She seemed unfriendly towards us and was unhappy with us not booking directly through her. On our last night we asked if we could have access to the continental breakfast a bit early and 2 eggs at 8.00am and we would bring our own tea and coffee, as we had to get the hire car back or pay for another days hire. When we arrived at breakfast at 7.50 am the door was locked. It wasn't opened until after 8.00am and then two other guests were given their full breakfast with everything before we were given our two eggs. I believe this was done deliberately.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Feb 2023
David
Best place we have stayed in tassie clean and very beautiful inside and out
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Dec 2022
Jennifer
Clean, very comfortable room. Beautiful outlook. Would visit again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2022
Andrew
The Ark was a fabulous place to spend the night and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2022
Lynette
Lovely property Belvedere room was awesome waking up to the sea view
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2022
john

Awesome spot

Stanley is a very pretty place well worth the trip. The ark Stanley is quality, very well appointed with everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Excellent location and very friendly hosts who cook you breakfast and make you feel at home. Highly recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Mar 2022
Adam

Amazing place to stay !

Awesome lovely accomodation
Great hosts excellent breakfast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2022
Debbie
We loved Chris and Rhonda- such amazing hosts. The inclusive breakfast was delicious. Rooms are big, bathroom beautiful with double shower. We will be back.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2022
Brian
Nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2022
Laurence
Great atmosphere
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Feb 2021
Michael

Highly recommended

Lovely setting and great hospitality.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Nov 2020
Peter
The owners were very helpful when I made a mistake in booking to fix the problem and even booked a table for us to ensure we had somewhere to eat due to large number of visitors to the area. The panoramic views from our upstairs room were great. I highly recommend this B&B.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2020
Adie
This is a great place to stay it’s location is great, the rooms are spotless and very comfortable. The hosts are really friendly and helpful. Definitely worth considering if you are going to Stanley
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2020
Verified traveler
Fantastic location, hosts and beautiful room. What more could you want!!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Feb 2020
stuart&maxine
Loved our stay at the Arc very friendly hosts great location and just a lovely feel of a place. Stuart and Maxine
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
31 Jan 2020
Jeanne
We found the room quite small and the living areas is. Dining room and common lounge room tiny. The bedroom was not serviced once whilst we stayed for 2 nights. We were told that we were not entitled to a hot breakfast as we had booked through Expedia and not directly with the owners of this b & b
We could purchase an egg for brekky @ $3.00. Each !
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Jan 2020
Verified traveler
Fantastic location, hosts are very hospitable and welcoming, our room was modern though smaller than other rooms and needed hanging space, overall would recommend staying there and walking the ‘nut’.
10/10
Exceptional
26 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Rhnda is very friendly and helpful. Excellent location. Room and ensuite clean and mdern.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2019
DIANNE

So Comfortable

Husband and I stayed here for two nights and were thrilled with the accommodation. So clean and comfortable. The bed was amazing.
Rhonda and Chris were wonderful hosts and served an excellent breakfast especially Rhonda's homemade yoghurt.
Location was excellent and view from our room was lovely over the water.
We will definitely return.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Oct 2019
Verified traveler
Great location. Friendly hosts. Very comfortable rooms.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
The Ark was great, Complimentary bottle of wine , The place is amazing, beautiful views across the bay,Ronda & Chris great hosts
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Great property central to all activities and beautifully maintained,hosts were very welcoming we will be back.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2019
Marise

Spotless, great location and such friendly hosts

Great place, nicely presented and well positioned. Owners are so welcoming and hospitable. Love how the guests meet for breakfast in the central.kitchen and get to chat to each other and the owners
Family
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
Comfortable room. Quiet and private. Floor heating in bathroom was great. Location was great. Waterfront.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2019
Greg

Stunning Stanley & The Ark

Had a wonderful stay at the Ark with Christer & Rhonda, they thoroughly looked after us with local knowledge and a wonderful breakfast. The room had everything you would need including heated bathroom floor, heated towel rails,stone tiles in the shower.The couple's attention to detail is second to none.The house is across the road from the bay with the Nut towering over you(you will know what i mean when you get here).Overall I would thoroughly recommended the Ark for a long or short stay if you are heading to the stunning north west of this beautiful island.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Period charm, with up to date and very clean fittings and services.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Superb interiors. Omfortable warm with excellent en suites. Great location Chris very h lpful
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful location, friendly owners, top facility - great place to stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
02 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Upstairs Admiral room was very spacious and like new.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
01 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Friendly hosts who went out of there way to make you at home.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2019
Anthony

charming property

Great period home beautifully restored. Great views
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
The position was great being on the wharf with fabulous views. All the amenities were top of the range.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2019
STEPHEN
Excellent stay at this B&B style hotel. True value for money overall. Hosts were wonderful, facilities exceptional and included breakfast was fresh and plentiful. Position in relation to local area also excellent. Would have stayed longer if we had known how good this accommodation was going to be...
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
The room was beautifully appointed but it was having breakfast with the hosts Christer and Rhonda was the highlight. What lovely welcoming people! We would absolutely stay again and have no hesitation in recommending to anyone.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Value for money, great location and comfortable clean rooms with friendly staff
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2019
Craig

Great stay in Stanley.

Great place, great hosts and a great location. Ticked all the boxes for me and yes, we will be back.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely location overlooking the water, Friendly hosts. Breakfast with the \"home\" made\" touch
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful view from our room and the verandah of the ever-changing beach. Short walk to everything including the new penguin viewing platform!
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Incredible location and gracious hosts.
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Gorgeous location. Our stay at The Ark was short but we were surrounded by luxury. Rhonda was a gracious host.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2018
Denise
The owners were fantastic hosts and helpful in every way. Everything was perfect would recomend this hotel to family and friends and would stay again in the town of Stanley
8/10
Excellent
04 Dec 2018
Milan

Good

Good
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2018
Ian
A great B+B in a wonderful location. Rhonda and Christer were excellent hosts.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2018
Gary

Fabulous

Our stay at The Ark Stanley was fabulous. Everything was perfect from the accommodation to the owners to the location. Awesome stay.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Oct 2018
Caryn
lovely room overlooking the sea at the base of the nut. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Hope to go visit them again.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Oct 2018
Verified traveler
My second stay at The Ark and won't be the last. Beautiful accommodation, very friendly service and great breakfast with homemade trimmings. Scenic, quiet, seaside area.
8/10
Excellent
01 Oct 2018
GINA

Wonderful place.

Helpful and friendly hosts, the room was spacious, clean, comfortable and cozy, walking distance to the Nut and the shops.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
24 Sep 2018
Verified traveler

Beautiful restored home

Lovely room with fab shower! Great views of the water and walking distance to local shops, cafes & restaurants.
Owners were very friendly and helpful
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2018
Richard
Awesome, friendly and helpful owners.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Sep 2018
Jeff
Beautiful location, very tidy and well appointed room. Hosts are very friendly and made us a lovely breakfast in the modern communal kitchen the next morning. Highly recommend.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Sep 2018
Susan
Thoughtfully planned accomodation with quality fittings. Comfortable. Included breakfast was even thoughtfully planned with home made yoghurts; jams etc. Warm and hospitable owners. Great position.
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2018
Erin

Charming and clean

Rhonda & Chris were excellent hosts, helpful and friendly and run a great little place. My favourite place in Tasmania for sure.
Partner
2/10
Poor
29 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

Disappointed with Expedia service

I discovered on the 27Aug that I have booked wrong dates for my stay for this hotel, apparently no reminder or prompting from your end. Now I am charge for 2 nights no show instead of 1 night, it does not make any sense since other hotel booking website charge for the 1st night no show. I have appeal to the hotel hope you too can look into it. This is my first experience booking with Expedia. Thank you
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2018
Michael

Great facility and location.

Great accommodation very clean and comfortable and hosts were friendly and helpful.Good referral for dinner at the Hotel Stanley.
Hotel Stanley was a great experience,the food and service were excellent.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jun 2018
Kenric
Beautifully renovated building by the seaside. Anderson is a complete stud. Will definitely be recommending to others.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2018
Lorraine

Wonderful place

Very enjoyable. Highly recommend it. Terrific place.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jun 2018
Robyn

Perfect stay in Stanley

Beautiful B & B. Modern, comfortable and clean Very friendly owners and perfect location across the road from beach and plenty of nearby restaurants and sights.
Room was well equipped with many more extras than you would usually expect. Hair straightener, Makeup removal wipes, perfume, chocolates, coffee machine, DVDs + player plus much more. Continental breakfast included was delicious. Only regret was only staying one night.woukd definitely recommend and hope to return myself
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2018
Peter
We enjoyed The Ark in Stanley so much, we arranged to stay an additional night. Our room was very tastefully furnished and had a lovely view out to the water. It exceeded our expectations. Our hosts were very friendly and provided a wonderful breakfast. They were also helpful in suggesting places to eat and where to visit nearby. Highly recommended
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Mar 2018
kathy

Hosts were friendly and accommodating

Loved the character of the house and rooms. Great views.
8/10
Excellent
23 Mar 2018
Verified traveler

Good location

Very nice, happy with location and cleanliness, friendly and welcoming. Got to do plenty of local activities
10/10
Exceptional
17 Mar 2018
Harold

One of Tasmania’s best!

The Admiral Suite was outstanding. Beautifully furnishings and fittings throughout. A high class stay with great water views. Rhonda was a friendly and very helpful host. Very highly recommended.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Dec 2017
Stanley visitor

A very good bed and breakfast

If you are visiting Stanley, an overnight stay here is very worthwhile. There are several room types to choose from and the rates are very reasonable for 5 star accommodation.

On the plus side, the owners are friendly, the rooms are very clean and beautifully presented and the location is in the centre of town. Stanley has an excellent seafood restaurant (with a large lobster on its roof) and an excellent steak restaurant. The pub meals at the Stanley Hotel are good too. This is largely because Stanley is right next to Cape Grim (some of the best steak and wagyu herds in the world) and the port brings in Southern Rock Lobsters daily.

On the minus side, the parking at the Arc is a little tricky, there's no hot breakfast option (very disappointing) and apart from the two beaches and climbing the Nut, there are no attractions for the kids in Stanley. Don't expect surf either, one beach is tidal, the other is battered by the wind.


Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2017
Jane

Quaint, luxurious, great views

We loved our room at The Ark. The decor was french provincial, and the room had a double shower, and an espresso machine! It was in a great part of Stanley - we walked through the historical part and then climbed The Nut. At night we walked to Xander Restaurant. Breakfast at The Ark with the hosts was wonderful - they were lovely people and made us very welcome and looked after us beautifully. We had raspberry jam for breakfast - their raspberry jam had won first prize at the Stanley Show the previous day. Our stay in Stanley was wonderful. Highly recommend The Ark and Stanley.
Partner

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18 Wharf Road, Stanley, Australia

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