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Tall Timbers Tasmania

Tall Timbers Tasmania

Tall Timbers Tasmania
4.0 star property
Smithton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (599)
"Great property with excellent facilities and a really good restaurant."
Australia
Casey
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Tall Timbers Tasmania
Romantic Cottage (Jetty Cabin) | Living area
Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins

Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins

Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins
3.5 star property
Stanley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Lovely little cabin by a lake. "
Australia
Knox
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Stanley Lakeside Spa Cabins
The Pines Seaview Cottage | Living area
Angel's Aisle Cottages

Angel's Aisle Cottages

Angel's Aisle Cottages
3.5 star property
Stanley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (76)
"Quaint cottage. "
Australia
Sara Jane
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Angel's Aisle Cottages
Standard Apartment, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (apartment) | Living area
Sheer Pleasure Accommodation

Sheer Pleasure Accommodation

Sheer Pleasure Accommodation
3.0 star property
Smithton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"Very friendly & informative hosts. We’re sure to return Great base to explore the area from."
Australia
Jane
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Sheer Pleasure Accommodation
Beach/ocean view
BIG4 Tassie Getaway Parks Stanley

BIG4 Tassie Getaway Parks Stanley

BIG4 Tassie Getaway Parks Stanley
3.0 star property
Stanley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (231)
"The location is great - an easy walk to many attractions and eating places."
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
BIG4 Tassie Getaway Parks Stanley
BBQ/picnic Area
Boat Harbour Garden Cottages

Boat Harbour Garden Cottages

Boat Harbour Garden Cottages
3.0 star property
Boat Harbour
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (131)
"The cottages were very comfortable and quiet, we enjoyed cooking our own meal in the evening and breakfast in the morning we wish we could have stayed longer."
Australia
Bob
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Boat Harbour Garden Cottages
Front of property
Stanley Seaview Inn

Stanley Seaview Inn

Stanley Seaview Inn
3.5 star property
Stanley
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (729)
"Great View"
United States
MIN
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stanley Seaview Inn
Queen Cellar Room (non ensuite)
Hanlon Guest House

Hanlon Guest House

Hanlon Guest House
4.5 star property
Stanley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"Just a beautiful place to stay, everything perfect Thank you"
Australia
Sandra
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hanlon Guest House
Abbey’s on the Terrace | Beach/ocean view
Stanley Hotel

Stanley Hotel

Stanley Hotel
3.0 star property
Stanley
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (434)
"Good,friendly check in, very clean and comfortable accommodation. Best bathroom on our tour so far. "
Australia
alan
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stanley Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Burnie Airport Motel

Burnie Airport Motel

Burnie Airport Motel
3.5 star property
Wynyard
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"This place is a little gem "
Australia
Andrew
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Burnie Airport Motel
Free daily continental breakfast
Noah's

Noah's

Noah's
4.0 star property
Stanley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Noah's
Interior detail
The Waterfront Wynyard

The Waterfront Wynyard

The Waterfront Wynyard
3.5 star property
Wynyard
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (628)
"Fantastic place to stay "
Australia
Kathleen
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
The Waterfront Wynyard
Balcony
The Ark Stanley

The Ark Stanley

The Ark Stanley
4.5 star property
Stanley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (162)
"Great location hosts were lovely and breakfast was amazing. Highly recommend as a great place to stay."
Australia
Jill
The price is AU$298
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
The Ark Stanley
3 Bedroom Beach House | View from room
Stanley View Beach House

Stanley View Beach House

Stanley View Beach House
3.5 star property
Cowrie Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Beautiful location, lovely relaxing place to unwind for the weekend. "
Australia
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Stanley View Beach House
Front of property
Horizon Deluxe Apartments

Horizon Deluxe Apartments

Horizon Deluxe Apartments
5.0 star property
Stanley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (144)
"Absolutely beautiful place to stay highly recommend"
Australia
Craig
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Horizon Deluxe Apartments
View from property
Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation

Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation

Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation
2.5 star property
Stanley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (499)
"Great location, amazing views, modern facilities."
Australia
Jeff
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation
Porch
Island View Spa Cottage

Island View Spa Cottage

Island View Spa Cottage
3.5 star property
Smithton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"They had a lot of things for guests. Very suitable for long and short term stay."
Australia
Bianca
The price is AU$300
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Island View Spa Cottage
Premium House, 2 Bedrooms, River View, Sea Facing | Living area
Coastal Pods Wynyard

Coastal Pods Wynyard

Coastal Pods Wynyard
4.5 star property
Wynyard
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Amazing place to stay ✨️ "
Australia
Rebecca
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Coastal Pods Wynyard
Reception
Crayfish Creek Van & Cabin Park

Crayfish Creek Van & Cabin Park

Crayfish Creek Van & Cabin Park
2.0 star property
Crayfish Creek
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (94)
"Peaceful we enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Pat
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Crayfish Creek Van & Cabin Park
Reception
The Bridge

The Bridge

The Bridge
2.5 star property
Smithton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (320)
"Nice old historic hotel in nice condition. Would stay again."
United States
Wyatt D
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Bridge
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Learn more about Detention

Head to sights like Forwards Beach Conservation Area as you discover the local area in Detention.

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At high tide this is a great, safe place to swim. Turn onto the gravel road on the east side of the Detention River bridge, opposite the service station and take away shop.
Photo by Megan @ Pegs on the Line
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Recent Reviews in Detention

Tall Timbers Tasmania

Tall Timbers Tasmania

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful main building "
Colleen 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Tall Timbers Tasmania

More cheap accommodation in Detention

The Bridge

The Bridge

2 Montagu Road Smithton TAS
The price is AU$85 per night from 19 Dec to 20 Dec
AU$85
19 Dec - 20 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (320 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Detention?
Located 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from the heart of Detention, BIG4 Tassie Getaway Parks Stanley is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation and Stanley Seaview Inn. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Detention.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Detention has to offer?
Seventeen Steps To The Beach: This holiday home rental outside of Detention is located on the waterfront, and has a balcony, a selection of games and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. See all vacation rentals in Detention.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Detention, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Detention.
What's it like to stay in Detention?
Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Detention has to offer. There are 70 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Detention.
What should I do while I'm visiting Detention?
A favourite place to visit is Forwards Beach Conservation Area. You'll also find Rocky Cape National Park and Sisters Beach in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Detention guide.
What's the weather like in Detention?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are August and July, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Detention is 1029 mm.

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