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Doctor Syntax Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Salamanca Market

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Courtyard
Family dining
Reception
Courtyard
Deluxe Queen Family Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

Explore the area

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139 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS, 7005
  • Place, Salamanca Place
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Salamanca Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrest Point Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Queen Family Room

Deluxe Queen Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Hobart

At Doctor Syntax Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Salamanca Market and Wrest Point Casino. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Syntax Restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and express check-out. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Sandy Bay hotel include Cascade Brewery and Bellerive Oval.

What's nearby

  • Hobart Convention And Entertainment Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Salamanca Place - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Salamanca Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wrest Point Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Constitution Dock - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 17 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Me Wah Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Doctor Syntax - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Doctor Syntax Hotel

Hotel with free parking, near Salamanca Market
Doctor Syntax Hotel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hobart hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Doctor Syntax Hotel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Syntax Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 25 December to 27 December:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Day:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Front desk

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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
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 Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

As of 10 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Doctor Syntax Hotel on 14 Dec 2025 start from NZ$206.8, 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 Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Yep, Doctor Syntax Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Yep, Doctor Syntax Hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Short Beach.

What makes Doctor Syntax Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Doctor Syntax Hotel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

No, Doctor Syntax Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from December 25 until December 27. The dining venue is closed on Christmas Day.

What time are check-in & check-out at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Doctor Syntax Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 362 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Delicious meals.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very safe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good all round hotel. Friendly staff, nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely and generous… the room was clean and the restaurant was lovely… the shower hot water needs to be improved however I still rated this hotel 4 stars
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

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

Great

Convenient to Hobart
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, walking distance to the shops, and the bus stop right at the front, Easy for uber.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Room is quite small. We departed a day early due to excessive noise downstairs. Probably steer clear if travelling with children.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a little tricky managing the stairs with a heavy suitcase. Room was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking and access is great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharyn

Travelled with partner
Good location and facilities within hotel. Had to carry luggage up stairs. No room in bathroom for toiletries. Staff cleaned bathroom but didnt make bed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and responsive. Good selection of restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

MR C A

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

Great place to stsy

Small but conforable and very well appointed room. Good location with supermarkets and restaurants close by, and a short walk to the city centre, or theres a bus stop outside. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

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

A Lott Gem

Newly renovated great for a couple of nights Exceptional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed one night, easy check-in and parking was close by. The room was very clean, good shower but does spread the water around. The bed is comfy and linen is good quality, convenient location and the meals in the bar/bistro are excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

gregory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was convenient, the restaurant excellent, and the staff very helpful. The room was a little cramped and there were some mechanical sounds keeping us awake at night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scooby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly renovated. Friendly and helpful staff. Rooms clean and quiet. Close to amenities, good parking, bar and restaurant on site and the Big Red Bus stops out front. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Dr Syntax team were all friendly and very helpful. The room was spotless upon entry and when service was requested it was completed to the same standard. Very enjoyable stay for someone on a budget. The food was excellent and not overpriced.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025