Mowbray Hotel

Mowbray Hotel brings several pub essentials together in Mowbray, a suburb of Launceston: a family-friendly bistro, a sports bar, function facilities and on-site accommodation. It is positioned as a practical option for both locals and travellers, with the different areas making it suitable for a quick drink, a casual meal, a catch-up with friends or an overnight stay.

The bistro is described as spacious and comfortable, with a relaxed setting for family dining. Its menu draws on local producers and suppliers and includes share plates, Graziers steaks and familiar pub fare. Families are catered for with a kids menu, while a seniors menu and monthly meal deals provide additional options for diners looking for value. The broad pub-style offering should suit groups with different tastes, as well as anyone after an uncomplicated meal in a casual environment.

The Sports Bar is geared towards after-work drinks, meeting friends and watching live sporting action. Drinks include beer, cider, spirits and wine from Australia and overseas, with a sports bar food menu available for those wanting something to eat while they settle in. It sounds particularly suited to informal group catch-ups, although its welcoming pub setting also gives solo visitors a straightforward place to unwind.

For larger gatherings, the hotel has a private and versatile function space for corporate events, private celebrations and parties. The team says it works with organisers to shape each event, and guests can make use of on-site parking and accommodation. The accommodation ranges from basic budget rooms with shared kitchen, bathroom and lounge facilities to double and family rooms with ensuites; family rooms can sleep up to five people. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, and staying guests have access to the bistro and Sports Bar. With dining, drinks, events and rooms under one roof, Mowbray Hotel is a useful choice for families, travellers, students, backpackers and local groups in Launceston.