What's the best place for a stay in Penguin?

Glenbrook House and Cottage is a favourite with Expedia customers. This 3.5-star B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Other favourite options based on traveller reviews include Penguin Seaside Motel and Madsen Retreat .

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Penguin?

Based on reviews, The Madsen is a popular guest house for our travellers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking.

What's the best accommodation option for a family holiday to Penguin?

Penguin Seaside Motel is a top 3-star property on Expedia for families, and features free parking and laundry facilities. Other good choices to stay with the children include The Madsen and Madsen Retreat . Also, attractions in the area such as Wing's Wildlife Park and Don River Railway are fun for children of all ages.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Penguin?

Madsen Retreat is a top dog-friendly guest house, and offers laundry facilities along with free WiFi for its human guests. Glenbrook House and Cottage is another good option if you're bringing your pet along.

What's the best accommodation option to stay near the beach in Penguin?

Penguin Beachfront Apartments is a top 3.5-star beach apartment with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located on Penguin Beach . Other good options to stay near the beach include Madsen Retreat and Penguin Seaside Motel .

What's the best high-end place to stay in Penguin?

Madsen Retreat is a 4-star guest house with a deli and a terrace, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travellers looking for an elegant place to stay. Another upscale choice for your holiday is The Madsen .

What is the best spa hotel in Penguin?

The Madsen is a top beach spa hotel with a bar. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find facials, Swedish massages and hot stone massages. Another popular spa hotel in Penguin is Madsen Retreat .

What is staying in Penguin like?

Visitors to Penguin will definitely enjoy the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its parks. A top sight in the area is Devonport Ferry Terminal. In Penguin, there are 22 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

What should I do while I'm visiting Penguin?

Natural beauty is on display at Mount Montgomery State Reserve, Penguin Beach and Johnsons Beach. Additionally, you'll find Devonport Ferry Terminal in the area.

How can I get around Penguin?

If you want to venture outside the area, hop aboard a train at Penguin Station. Penguin might not have very many public transport choices, so consider renting a car to explore more.

What's the seasonal weather like in Penguin?

The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 10°C. Average annual precipitation for Penguin is 953 mm.

Search Penguin, Tasmania Hotels from AU$100

Search over 1 million properties and 550 airlines worldwide

Members save 10% more on select hotels, cars and activities. Sign up.

Free cancellation on most hotels. Because flexibility matters.

Visiting Penguin

Visitors to Penguin are sure to enjoy the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy all the city has to offer including its parks.

There are 10 hotels and other accommodations in Penguin
The closest major airport is in Devonport, TAS (DPO) 31.3 from the city center
The next closest is in Burnie, TAS (BWT) 32 away

Sightseeing and Staying in Penguin

The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the beaches and such places to visit as Mount Montgomery State Reserve and Dial Range Forest Reserve. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Penguin Undercover Market and Penguin Tourist Information Centre.

As you plan your holiday getaway, you'll find 10 hotels and other lodging accommodations to choose from in Penguin. Here you'll find top ranked ones based on our user reviews:

Penguin Beachfront Apartments - With a stay at this 3.5-star apartment, guests can enjoy access to free parking and a terrace, along with an in-room kitchen. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its beach locale and room size.
Glenbrook House and Cottage - With a stay at this 3.5-star bed & breakfast, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with a private living room.
Madsen Retreat - This 3.5-star guesthouse features free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

Getting Around Penguin

If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Penguin Station. Penguin may not have many public transit choices so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

Dressing for Penguin

Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 70°F during the day and 52°F at night
From April to June, the average during the day is 66°F, while the average at night is 43°F
July through September has daytime averages of 59°F with nighttime averages of 42°F
In October-December, you can expect daytime averages of 68°F and nighttime averages of 45°F
About 38.07 inches of rain falls on Penguin each year
Usually February and January are the hottest months with an average of 69°F, whereas July and August are often coldest, averaging 43°F

Frequently asked questions

Yes, you’ll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put in your dates and click on “Search”, then filter by “free cancellation” to get the best deals in Penguin.

Recent Reviews in Penguin

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Noice!

A verified traveller stayed at The Argosy

Posted 1 month ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Newly renovated room provided a comfortable bed and lovely bathroom. All the staff couldn’t do enough to assist and the daily cleaning team was awesome - such thoughtful acts and respectful. Will be back again.

A verified traveller stayed at Beachway Motel & Restaurant

Posted 2 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

I was very pleased with the service food was great the rooms clean and had a modern bathroom Room service was excellent Will stay again next trip to Tasmania Close to spirit of Tasmania

A verified traveller stayed at Gateway Hotel by Nightcap Plus

Posted 2 months ago

Sunrise Serenity

5 / 5 Excellent

This house was lovely. It had everything we needed. It had wonderful views and was close to all the amenities. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

A verified traveller stayed at Sunrise at Penguin - Beach Retreat

Posted 2 months ago

Comfortable old world charm

5 / 5 Excellent

The Madsen is an old bank converted to units. This shows in the bathroom etc set up. On the whole very comfortable and close to all aspects of Penguin.

A verified traveller stayed at The Madsen

Posted 5 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Room was lovely and clean, excellent location. Everything was in great condition. I arrived late and retrieved keys from coded lock box, very simple process. Bed was very comfortable, all equioment supplied in room was in excellent order, linen and towels were great. I appreciated the little extra chocolates on bedside tables, nice touch! I had no complaints but i did have to hip and shoulder the door on numerous occasions to open it, felt like it almost got an air lock if it hadnt been opened all day, hardly a big deal though. There was a really big cobweb in bathroom above the door but again, really minor thing considering how fabulous everything else was. Would stay here again in a heartbeat. Not noisy, plenty of places to eat nearby, laundry facilities good and FREE. Loved it

A verified traveller stayed at Penguin Seaside Motel

Posted 5 months ago

Definitely would recommend

5 / 5 Excellent

The rooms are excellent. Great condition, recently redone, roomy, comfortable. We stayed in a two bedroom family apartment. Great value for money. Continental breakfast was very good too. Short walk to the penguins.

A verified traveller stayed at Beach Hotel

Posted 5 months ago

Expedia Verified Review

5 / 5 Excellent

Excellent place to stay .. it’s only a few minutes walk to the shops and restaurants. I would definitely stay there again.

A verified traveller stayed at Madsen Retreat

Posted 5 months ago

Novo Penguin

5 / 5 Excellent

An amazing apartment with stunning views and attention to design details. We appreciate stylish interiors and the novo was exceptional. The kitchen and bbq were a godsend because there are not many dining options in penguin on Monday and Tuesday nights!

A verified traveller stayed at Novo Luxury Apartment

Posted 5 months ago

More trip options

Pet Friendly Hotels (2)

See a list of all hotels in Penguin

Search Penguin, Tasmania Hotels from AU$100

Check Penguin hotel prices

Filter by

Penguin Beachfront Apartments

The Madsen

Madsen Retreat

You could be seeing lower prices

Penguin Seaside Motel

Glenbrook House and Cottage

Novo Luxury Apartment

Penguin Waterfront Escape

Penguin Beachfront Apartments

Sunrise at Penguin - Beach Retreat

Novo Luxury Apartment - Absolute Waterfront Beauty in Tasmania

The Argosy

Gateway Hotel by Nightcap Plus

Beachway Motel & Restaurant

Beach Hotel

Beachfront Voyager Motor Inn

Barclay Motor Inn

Leisure Ville Holiday Centre

Dannebrog Lodge

The Lighthouse Hotel

Waterfront Apartments

Visiting Penguin

Sightseeing and Staying in Penguin

Getting Around Penguin

Dressing for Penguin

Frequently asked questions

Recent Reviews in Penguin

More trip options

Hotels

Flights

Cars

Activities

Packages