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The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel

4.0 star property
Escape to a tranquil oasis where you can relax by lush greenery or host your next event in style.

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Nestled in a beautiful setting, The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel offers an unforgettable experience with its garden, bar, and restaurant. Enjoy the convenience of laundry facilities, conference space for meetings or events and unwind at the outdoor tennis court; free self parking is also available. Guests praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is RM363
RM400 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Room options

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Apartment - Family

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Water view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sea View Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Water view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sea View Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Water view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Queen Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Water view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Sea View Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Sea View Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

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Minibar, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden View Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Port Arthur is home to The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Bay Conservation Area and Stewarts Bay State Reserve, while Port Arthur Historic Site and Art at The Point Gallery are cultural highlights. Fortescue Bay and Monk Bay Marine Conservation Area are also worth visiting. Visit our Port Arthur travel guide
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Map
6789 Arthur Highway, Port Arthur, TAS, 7182

What's nearby

  • Port Arthur Historic Site featuring a castle, building ruins and heritage elements
    Port Arthur Historic Site
    5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • When you're not all that popular with the convict stonemasons assigned to carving your headstone and epitaph... #isleofthedead #pointpuerboysprison #portarthurhistoricsite #portarthur #tasmania #seetasmania #visittasmania
    Isle of the Dead
    5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Long Bay Conservation Area
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Stewarts Bay State Reserve
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Shipstern Bluff
    3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA)
    69 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Asylum Café
    3 min drive
  • 1830 Restaurant and Bar
    3 min drive
  • Port Arthur Lavender
    2 min drive
  • Lucky Ducks
    10 min drive
  • Nubeena Cafe
    11 min drive

About this property

The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel

Upscale motel
Take advantage of a garden, a bar and conference space at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Tour/ticket information, a banquet hall and smoke-free property
  • Meeting rooms and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel boast perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers and shampoo
  • Fridges, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • 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
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Fox Hounds Inn Port Arthur
Fox Hounds Inn
Fox Hounds Port Arthur
The Fox And Hounds Hotel Port Arthur
The Fox And Hounds Inn Port Arthur, Tasmania
Fox Hounds Inn
The Fox Hounds Historic Hotel
The Fox Hounds Historic Arthur
The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Motel
The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Port Arthur
The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Motel Port Arthur

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel on 9 Mar 2026 start from RM363, excluding 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 The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel located?

Situated in Port Arthur, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Long Bay Conservation Area and Stewarts Bay State Reserve. Shipstern Bluff and Port Arthur Historic Site are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 314 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 314 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 314 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 314 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 314 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely view from a comfortable room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the lake to wake up to. Great food in the restaurant. Room was cosy and well appointed. Lovely stay 💕
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great family friendly place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked the location of the Fox and Hound’s. it was very handy for visiting Port Arthur historical site. Cosy restaurant for dinner with fire. Lovely view from room. Only negative was bathroom could do with an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

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

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great meal, staff were so friendly and helpful, accomadation was good,
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant, beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and the view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pub dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful stay and a great meal in the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful setting and a very good restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Lovely. Very accommodating staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
In a good location between Port Arthur and other sites such as Tasman Arch. Restaurant on site was good. We had a nice room with parking outside the door and a nice view of the end of Stingaree Bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Great location and wonderful views from our room - would stay there again - good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient for visiting the Tesselated Pavement.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our spacious room. Food was good and staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely spot, such friendly helpful staff, lovely view & delicious food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the Bay from the room. Rooms could use some interior decorating.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Restaurant menu/food was good, room very quiet, and the laundry facility came in very handy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Willa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, lots of parking, beautiful views of the lake. Delicious dinner, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great and very beautiful water view
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

mick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and food was excellent No tap water only bottled
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Our stay was perfect, such a stunning view! The ladies at reception were so lovely and the food at the restaurant was 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food onsite was delightful and we were found it so convenient after a hectic day. The lady that checked us in was wonderful and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024