The Madsen

4.0 star property
Waterfront guesthouse with spa services and bar/lounge

Room options

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Penthouse

Penthouse

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Beachfront Family Spa Suite

Beachfront Family Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Spa Room

Executive Spa Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Waterfront Suite

Waterfront Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Penguin

At The Madsen you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Penguin Undercover Market and Penguin General Cemetery. Highlights at this beach guest house include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include hot stone massages and Swedish massages along with facials, body treatments and mani/pedis. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Penguin guest house include Leven Canyon Lookout and Hellyers Road Distillery.
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What's nearby

  • Penguin Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Penguin Tourist Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Penguin Undercover Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Penguin General Cemetery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Leven Canyon Lookout - 12 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Penguin Station - 6 min walk
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lighthouse Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Thirty Three Cups - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪River Arms Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hey Buddy - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Madsen

Waterfront guesthouse with spa services and bar/lounge
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. Spa services, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at The Madsen. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Penguin guest house is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Madsen offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include hot stone massages, Swedish massages, facials and body treatments.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 15 metres
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Direct access to the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; 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

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 30.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 30.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the guest house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Madsen Hotel Penguin
Madsen Hotel
Madsen Penguin
The Madsen Boutique Hotel Penguin, Tasmania
Madsen House Penguin
The Madsen Boutique Hotel Penguin Tasmania
Madsen Guesthouse Penguin
Madsen Guesthouse
The Madsen Boutique Hotel Penguin
The Madsen Penguin
The Madsen Guesthouse
The Madsen Guesthouse Penguin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Madsen?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Madsen?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Madsen on 18 Nov 2025 start from NZ$181.51, 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 Madsen?

Yep, The Madsen has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Madsen?

Yep, The Madsen is a short 9-minute walk from Penguin Beach.

Is there a spa on site at The Madsen?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like facials and body treatments, as well as Swedish massages.

What makes The Madsen a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Madsen.

Is The Madsen family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Madsen is a hit with families.

Does The Madsen serve breakfast?

Yep, brekkie is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Madsen?

No, The Madsen does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Madsen?

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

Are pets allowed at The Madsen?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Madsen Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 263 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 263 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 263 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 263 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 263 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
*****
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, had everything I needed. Complimentary port! Lovely facilities. Close to beach. But would have been good to have someone to greet us. At least there was clear instructions. Shower leaked and made a mess but was nice and hot. enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Penthouse stay.. possibly the best accommodation we've experienced in a while Guaranteed to return A++++
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful. Very relaxed and easy going.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a stay in Penguin. Secure property and friendly staff and service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Judie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and so helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Madsen was wonderfully located and a short walk from cafes.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint property with lovely views of the ocean. The hotel manager was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Symon

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

wayne

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Happy memories - even if for only 1 night

After a long drive from Strahan it was such a delight to get to our room at the Masden. Had a front room with a view of the water. The room was modern, clean and comfortable with some added extras like a spa bath and microwave. Easy access, lots of street parking and little cafes to eat at close by.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bruce is the best host! The main level ocean view room is incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Sleep to the sound of the waves

We loved our return visit to the Madsen at Penguin. We were ab le to stay in a room overlooking the beach and with opening window we could listen to the waves as we went to sleep. The Queen sized bed was very comfortable. The room and bathroom were very clean. Microwave and tea making with plunger coffee available. Very close to shops, cafes and the Penguin Brewing Co. We love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Germaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and some nice extra touches.Good value and central to other town facilities.We loved our short stay and will return
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeanette

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

Jeanette

Another night staying in beautiful Penguin We have stayed numerous times at the Madsen So convenient to everything and always so inviting thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Rooms neat and tidy. Extra power points needed near the tv.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024