West Launceston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal town with a river, dense greenery, and distant mountains.
A river winding through a forested valley with a house on the right bank.
A bridge over a river with surrounding greenery and buildings in the background.
A rocky cliff with a river at its base.
A house on a hillside with a river in the foreground.

Stay near popular West Launceston attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best West Launceston Hotel Deals

Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge

Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge

West Launceston Tasmania
Stay at this holiday home in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Penny Royal Adventures and Cataract Gorge are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"We stayed with a group. Clean, comfortable beds, everything was there. Max was very attentive and welcoming to us.We would stay there again."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Thrower Cottage: Gateway to the Cataract Gorge
Cosy home with spectacular views

Cosy home with spectacular views

West Launceston TAS
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Cataract Gorge ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"Could do with a new toaster but otherwise well equipped."

Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Cosy home with spectacular views
The Basin Cottage - Closest Home to The Gorge

The Basin Cottage - Closest Home to The Gorge

West Launceston TAS
Stay at this holiday home in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Cataract Gorge Reserve are ...
8/10 Very good! (2 reviews)
"Comfy beds. Clean rooms. Pet friendly, fully fenced."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

The Basin Cottage - Closest Home to The Gorge
Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.

Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.

West Launceston TAS
Stay at this holiday home in Launceston. Popular attractions Penny Royal Adventures and Princes Square are located nearby.
Oozing character, romantic and cosy for two.
Charming Renovated Home Near Cataract Gorge – Your Perfect Launceston Getaway

Charming Renovated Home Near Cataract Gorge – Your Perfect Launceston Getaway

West Launceston TAS
The price is NZ$452 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$452
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cataract Gorge and Penny Royal Adventures are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"We had 5 adults and 2 children, we all fitted well into the house. The place was well setup, and we loved the short stroll to the Gorge."

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Charming Renovated Home Near Cataract Gorge – Your Perfect Launceston Getaway
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

4.5 out of 5
29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS
The price is NZ$150 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$150
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location near the CBD. Comfortable beds. Breakfast was very average."

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in West Launceston

Find the best West Launceston areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about West Launceston
Learn more about West Launceston

Launceston CBD

Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Boags Brewery and Princess Theatre while in the area.

Riverside

Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Invermay

Travellers like the museums in Invermay, and University of Tasmania Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

South Launceston

If you're spending time in South Launceston, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Centro Meadow Mews Shopping Centre or Brisbane Street Mall.

Newstead

While Newstead may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Princess Theatre and Brisbane Street Mall.



West Launceston Travel Guide

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