Sorell Barracks

Sorell Barracks offers a stay in a heritage-listed building with a strong connection to Tasmania’s early colonial history. The main building is a colonial Georgian terrace built in 1827 and is described as the oldest dwelling in the township of Sorell. It originally served as a barracks for British soldiers involved in maintaining law and order among convicts and local residents. The building and its small garden cottage retain the character of the period while including modern amenities for a more comfortable stay.

The accommodation is designed for both couples and families, with room options that include WiFi, private bathrooms, kitchenettes and access to free car parking. A two-bedroom suite adds a spa, while family-friendly room choices and ensuites are available as standard. The property also provides access to outdoor spaces, and its virtual tour allows prospective guests to look over the rooms and grounds before booking.

Sorell Barracks is in the heart of Sorell, within walking distance of restaurants and shopping centres. The website positions it as a practical base for reaching Hobart, Hobart Airport and Port Arthur, with the airport described as 10 minutes away and Hobart as 25 minutes away. That combination of central access and historic surroundings suits travellers who want more than a purely modern hotel stay, as well as families seeking kitchenette facilities and couples looking for a distinctive heritage setting.

Guests can also explore the site’s history tour and information about the district, including Sorell’s development from an early farming settlement into a township. The property has received an 8.7 HotelsCombined guest rating, while its Google listing records a 4.8 rating from 107 reviews. For visitors using the Richmond, Tasmania listing, Sorell Barracks offers a historically focused accommodation option with useful self-contained features and straightforward access to the wider Hobart and Tasman Peninsula region.