ISLINGTON HOTEL
Islington is one of Tasmania’s finest Regency mansions. Like many other historic properties, it was converted to bed and breakfast accommodation in the 1980s in a way that totally devalued the historic property.
The project focused on restoring the house to its former quality, and, in the process, created 11 new guest suites within the original building and the surrounding gardens as a hidden lower level under a reflective pool . Inside each guest suite new bathrooms with glowing translucent white marble shoji screen walls, provide a jewel like quality to compliment and add a new dimension to the colonial architecture. A large new central glazed conservatory/central dining area passively warms the interior of the old mansion.
Islington is a boutique hotel of unsurpassed quality, offering exceptional accommodation for discerning travellers coming to Tasmania.
The project focused on restoring the house to its former quality, and, in the process, created 11 new guest suites within the original building and the surrounding gardens as a hidden lower level under a reflective pool . Inside each guest suite new bathrooms with glowing translucent white marble shoji screen walls, provide a jewel like quality to compliment and add a new dimension to the colonial architecture. A large new central glazed conservatory/central dining area passively warms the interior of the old mansion.
Islington is a boutique hotel of unsurpassed quality, offering exceptional accommodation for discerning travellers coming to Tasmania.
Location
321 Davey Street
South Hobart, Tasmania
Completed 2004
Photo Credits Peter Bennets
Loic Le Guilly
Awards
2005
Heritage Commendation
Australian Institute of Architects (TAS)
Publications 2013
Best City Boutique Accommodation
Australian Gourmet Traveller
2007
Australian Gourmet Traveller - Best Boutique Hotel
2006
UK Tatler Magazine - 100 Best Hotels of the World
The Weekend Australian- Nominated for Best Luxury Accommodation
2004 George Negus Tonight: a section of a programme on innovative architecture, screened nationally
Heritage Commendation
Australian Institute of Architects (TAS)
Publications 2013
Best City Boutique Accommodation
Australian Gourmet Traveller
2007
Australian Gourmet Traveller - Best Boutique Hotel
2006
UK Tatler Magazine - 100 Best Hotels of the World
The Weekend Australian- Nominated for Best Luxury Accommodation
2004 George Negus Tonight: a section of a programme on innovative architecture, screened nationally
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