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Doctor Syntax Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find themselves just steps from Hobart's cultural heart at this conveniently located hotel where friendly staff create a relaxing atmosphere

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Located near Salamanca Market, Doctor Syntax Hotel provides a stylish place to stay in Hobart. Guests can unwind on the sunny terrace or enjoy a drink at the bar. The hotel offers practical amenities including free WiFi in all rooms and luggage storage service.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan

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
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single 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
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Queen Family Room

Deluxe Queen Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Sandy Bay, a neighbourhood in Hobart, Doctor Syntax Hotel is in a shopping district and near the beach. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Bellerive Oval. Visit our Hobart travel guide
Map
139 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay, TAS, 7005

What's nearby

  • Salamanca Place featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes
    Salamanca Place
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Salamanca Market showing street scenes and markets as well as a family
    Salamanca Market
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Aerial view of Hobart, showing the Derwent River, Casino and Mt Wellington in Tasmania, Australia
    Wrest Point Casino
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Constitution Dock featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating
    Constitution Dock
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Franklin Wharf
    3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station
    18 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Hungry Jack's
    9 min walk
  • Doctor Syntax
    1 min walk
  • Liv-Eat
    3 min walk
  • Sisterhood
    2 min walk

About this property

Doctor Syntax Hotel

Upscale hotel near Salamanca Market
Located close to Wrest Point Casino and Cascade Brewery, Doctor Syntax Hotel provides a terrace and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the overall value, helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Doctor Syntax Hotel feature thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. Guest reviews speak well of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Fridges and daily housekeeping

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00

We have included 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Doctor Syntax Hotel Sandy Bay
Doctor Syntax Hotel
Doctor Syntax Sandy Bay
Doctor Syntax
Doctor Syntax Hotel Hobart, Tasmania
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Doctor Syntax Hotel Sandy Bay
Doctor Syntax Hotel Hotel Sandy Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Doctor Syntax Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 20 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Doctor Syntax Hotel on 28 Jan 2026 start from NZ$196.93, 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.

How much is parking at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Doctor Syntax Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Doctor Syntax Hotel located?

Located in Sandy Bay, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Salamanca Market and Wrest Point Casino. Cascade Brewery and Bellerive Oval are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Doctor Syntax Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 93 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room very quiet friendly staff and the restaurant meals were outstanding we will be definitely coming back here again. Peter & Karen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff were very helpful. Great location-could walk to casino and Salamanca.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Modern renovation. Spotlessly clean. Walk to restaurants and nearby districts.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

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

Leonel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were incredible and very helpful. I'm not giving it 5 stars because of the mattress, but the restaurant food was 10/10. Livio, Luke, and Sue were wonderful with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

mark

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

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay in convenient location. Food was good, room was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay , friendly staff , spacious rooms , and lovely food at the pub
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Randal

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Noisy room but comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, clean and quiet room, easy parking area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Norman and

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Meals and staff at the hotel were superb
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the area, the views and everything was so close and accessible, and staff were helpful and everyone was friendly, great place,people, and food was fantastic, looking forward to staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and downstairs bar/restaurant is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness
Great food and staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

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

Mardy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cheap and very nice and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, meals were great recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice,clean,friendly staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brent

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

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location is great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

GRANT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024