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The Ark Stanley

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Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast
A hallway with a wooden floor, a patterned rug, a bench, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a view of the sea through a glass door.
Lounge
Balcony
Front of property

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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18 Wharf Road, Stanley, TAS, 7331
  • Place, Van Diemen's Land Company Store
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Nut State Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Nut Chairlift Stanley
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Burnie, TAS (BWT)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Corinthian Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Corinthian Suite

  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Belvedere Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Admiral Suite

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Admiral Suite

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Weatherly Suite

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Anderson Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Stanley

A luxury stay in Stanley awaits you at The Ark Stanley. Within steps you'll find Sawyer Bay and Van Diemen's Land Company Store. Highlights at this beach guest house include free cooked-to-order breakfast and free self-parking. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Stanley guest house include The Nut State Reserve and The Nut Chairlift Stanley.
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What's nearby

  • Van Diemen's Land Company Store - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Nut State Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Nut Chairlift Stanley - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Stanley Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf Lookout - 1 min drive - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Burnie, TAS (BWT) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hursey Seafoods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Stanley Hotel Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stanley Hotel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Brown Dog - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marleys - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Ark Stanley

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the luxury The Ark Stanley. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Stanley guest house.

  • 1 building
  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1924
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Ark Stanley offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Stanley guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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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
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1924
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night.
  • 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 50.0 per night

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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Ark Stanley House
Ark Stanley
Ark Stanley Guesthouse
The Ark Stanley Stanley
The Ark Stanley Tasmania
The Ark Stanley Guesthouse
The Ark Stanley Guesthouse Stanley

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Ark Stanley?

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

Is parking available at The Ark Stanley?

Yep, The Ark Stanley has a free self car park.

Does The Ark Stanley serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ark Stanley?

No, The Ark Stanley does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ark Stanley?

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

Are pets allowed at The Ark Stanley?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Ark Stanley?

There isn't one on site, but Stanley Golf Club is a short 13-minute walk away.

The Ark Stanley Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 164 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location hosts were lovely and breakfast was amazing. Highly recommend as a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place we have stayed in tassie clean and very beautiful inside and out
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tremendous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our one night stay at the Ark, room was large and clean. You can walk to the hotel for dinner in seven minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place but overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, very comfortable room. Beautiful outlook. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top quality all round
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful outlook. Little touches inside the room to make you feel pampered.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ark was a fabulous place to spend the night and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property Belvedere room was awesome waking up to the sea view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

john

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

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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

Amazing place to stay !

Awesome lovely accomodation Great hosts excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Highly recommended

Lovely setting and great hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, hosts and beautiful room. What more could you want!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020