Argosy Motor Inn
A well-located motor inn in Devonport, Tasmania, with a 4.2 rating across 897 guests.
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Why it's worth checking out
Argosy Motor Inn is a practical place to stay in East Devonport, with the Mersey River nearby and the Spirit of Tasmania terminal only minutes away. For travellers arriving or departing by ferry, its location makes it a convenient base, while the combination of accommodation, bistro, bar and onsite bottleshop means several essentials are available in one venue.
The Argosy Bistro has an informal setting designed to suit anything from a quick meal to a more substantial dinner. Its menu covers pasta, steak, seafood and grills, with daily blackboard specials adding another option. The bistro also offers starters and breads, six parmi choices and a children’s menu. Kids’ mains come with a choice of a soft drink, juice or flavoured milk, as well as an activity placemat, and Goody’s Playhouse provides an additional family-friendly feature. The full menu is available for lunch and dinner in the lounge bar, including for guests looking for an early meal before boarding the Spirit of Tasmania.
There is more room to spread out with the deck area, which the venue says can accommodate up to 200 people. The Riverview Room, located off the main bistro, can be closed for privacy and looks towards the Mersey. It is used for celebratory dinners, conferences, meetings, small trade shows and wedding receptions, with capacity for up to 100 people in theatre-style seating. Catering can be arranged as finger food, a two- or three-course buffet, or set menus, and equipment such as a screen, whiteboard and digital projector is available subject to availability.
The bar offers a place to settle in before or after a meal, with Tasmanian wines and house wines available by the glass. The gaming lounges provide Keno and TAB facilities, with the venue also highlighting responsible gambling. Overall, the Argosy suits ferry passengers, accommodation guests, families wanting a relaxed meal, and larger groups planning a function in Devonport. Its broad mix of facilities makes it more geared towards convenience and flexibility than an intimate dining experience.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 11:00 – 22:00
- TuesdayToday
- 11:00 – 22:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 00:00
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 00:00
- Friday
- 11:00 – 01:00
- Saturday
- 10:00 – 01:00
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 22:00
Menu
View the latest menu directly from the venue.
Open menuSpot Score
- Reputation
- 68
- Popularity
- 89
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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