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 WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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 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 assistance, luggage storage, and a banquet hall
    • Meeting rooms and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with hair dryers and shampoo
    • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

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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 percent 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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-authorize 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 elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fox and Hounds Historic Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 351 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 351 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 351 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 351 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 351 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar stock could be better but rooms were spacious claen and equipped. Would stay again for this price x
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a cute accommodation close to the Port Arthur historic site. Great for a night or two. The rooms heating was excellent for a cool April night. The restaurant was cosy and served great meals.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to everything on the Tasman peninsula, great view and surroundings. The wildlife was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Good sized room with easy parking. Basic room but well priced with comfortable bedding
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Liked the ambience of the buildings. Staff very helpful, had one meal in the restaurant that was disappointing at best,limited menu,over priced and over cooked. Shower very touchy even when following their instructions. Overall didn't reach our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

gwyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Could do with a deep clean but mostly good beds ok sliding door to bathroom very noisy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely view from a comfortable room.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Janita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great family friendly place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great location, great food and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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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
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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
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8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
pleasant, beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our room and the view
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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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
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good pub dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff, beautiful view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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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
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8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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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
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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
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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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous friendly staff and amazing room with stunning views
Stayed 1 night in May 2024