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The Dorset Hotel

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Basic Double Room
Restaurant
Deluxe Double Room
Deluxe Double Room

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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29 Main Street, Derby, TAS, 7264
  • Place, Derby Schoolhouse Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Derby Tin Mine Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Barnbougle Dunes
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room

Basic Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Basic Twin Room

Basic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Derby

The Dorset Hotel puts you in the heart of Derby, within just a 10-minute stroll of Derby Schoolhouse Museum and Derby Tin Mine Centre. Highlights at this hotel include free self-service breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Derby hotel include Centenary Park and Derby Regional Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Derby Schoolhouse Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Derby Tin Mine Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Little Blue Lake - 26 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Bridestowe Lavender Estate - 53 min drive - 67.1 km
  • Barnbougle Dunes - 53 min drive - 72.4 km

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dorset Hotel
  • ‪The Hub - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Two Doors Down Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪LOT 40 Trail Builders Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Federal Tavern - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Dorset Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Dorset Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Derby hotel.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Dorset Hotel offers 11 accommodations. This Derby hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Tuesday - Saturday (3:00 PM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 35.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 35.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Dorset Hotel Hotel
The Dorset Hotel Derby
The Dorset Hotel Hotel Derby

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Dorset Hotel?

The Dorset Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dorset Hotel?

As of 4 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dorset Hotel on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$158, 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.

Is parking available at The Dorset Hotel?

Yep, The Dorset Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Dorset Hotel?

The closest beach to The Dorset Hotel is Barnbougle Beach (33.9 km).

Does The Dorset Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary self-service brekkie is offered daily between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Dorset Hotel?

No, The Dorset Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Dorset Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Dorset Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Dorset Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Dorset Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, staff were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic ambience with modern bathroom fascilities and the best menu we have seen in Tasmania! Happy staff and great service too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Perfect location, will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, private, right in middle of town. Property was clean and comfortable. Home away from home.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt completely at home. Friendly staff, met lots of people and the facilities were always there ready for me to use. Felt I could come and go with ease and check in/Checkout were effortless.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Courteous, friendly staff. Booked the ensuite queen. Great bathroom. Only issue was the bedroom window which rattled most of the night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything was good.
Just a few steps from the back of the Dorset Hotel, Cascade River.
Beautiful town with stunning views!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, cleanliness, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never disappoints
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so peaceful and I could sleep with the window open and get lovely fresh air (I live on a farm). The beds were clean and comfortable and I actually found that unisex bathrooms can work admirably, even when the Hotel was fully occupied.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Leigh

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

Derby day

An overnight trip to Derby so we could experience the floating sauna. The hotel is room only with shared bathrooms. Everything is spotless. Staff were very friendly. Dinner was great and the continental breakfast supplied is beyond usual expectations. They have a laundromat on site and a bike shed for those who ride. Cute little town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

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

Everything you could need and more!

I loved the Dorset Hotel, it had everything you could want, a great food and drink menu (I can highly recommend their whisky selection!) immaculate clean bedrooms, smoking hot water and friendly knowledgeable staff. I was immediately made to feel welcome, and, as a solo traveller, to feel like one of the gang. Being in Derby it’s in a perfect location to access all manner of interests and activities both on the doorstep and further afield. Would have loved to have extended my stay here were it not for having to move on up country.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Thi Quynh Nhu

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
To be honest, I am not confident to give the good review for this hotel. I wasn't sure about the shared bathroom because I didn't see when I booked. I booked because I saw the reviews was ok. However, since I went into the rooms, so many fliers were flying around, it was noisy and disgusting. I am sorry to say like that but it can't be acceptable with lots of fliers. I can't go back there anymore.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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4/10 Poor

Penny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were nice & friendly. The meals we had for dinner were delicious & generous portions.The actual room we stayed in was very basic & overpriced.There was no television & when I enquired if any rooms had televisions I was told no. We took the doona off the bed as it had no cover & it was stained.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

HsinHua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
9點以前有點吵，附近景點還好 主要是騎腳踏車的人去的 但我們沒有騎 就單純住
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marliese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gutes Essen und Biergarten Lage am Bach Kleines Zimmer Frühstück na ja 😏
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026