The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart today unveils its extraordinary new , carefully designed to showcase the hotel's captivating architectural narrative. Highlights include The St. David's Park Suite, featuring a soaring original 1840s ceiling and fireplace for a heritage inspired stay, while The Aurora Suite is the pinnacle of modern luxury, revealing panoramic views across the River Derwent from an expansive entertaining terrace. 

The Tasman is a truly unique architectural experience that blends the site's historical legacy with a striking modern vision. Each of the 152 unique rooms highlight a distinct character and experience so that no stay is ever the same. Original artworks from local artists, warming fireplaces and island baths are some of the highlight features within. Guests also have a rare opportunity to experience three eras of design within the hotel; from walking the history filled hallways of the original 1840s heritage building, admiring the understated luxury of the Art Deco building, or taking in the spectacular views of the Hobart waterfront from the glass ensconced Pavilion Building. Brought together by award-winning Australian architects FJMT and interiors by Joseph Pang Design, each area of the hotel represents a new perspective and era of Hobart architecture. 

Among the signature new suites includes The St. David's Park Suite, the crowning jewel of The Tasman's heritage building, and the epitome of the heritage character of the hotel overlooking St David's Park. The lofty ceiling, crafted from Baltic Pine originally used as ballast for the first tall ships arriving into Hobart, takes the form of an inverted boat hull, creating a dramatic sense of grandeur in the room. Warmed by the heritage fireplace, the spacious suite features exposed sandstone walls with carefully curated original artwork and a handcrafted Tasmanian blackwood timber bath.

 Meanwhile, The Pavilion Suites offer a sensory impact on arrival. The expanse of these two corner suites reflect panoramic views across Hobart's historic waterfront to the River Derwent. Subtle blues and greys elegantly mirror the maritime environment, offering a picture of sophistication and contemporary design, complemented by original artworks. Tastefully furnished with a decadent Superking bed and freestanding bath, a stay in these suites offers a truly indulgent experience. 

Lastly, situated on the rooftop, The Aurora Suite is the pinnacle of The Tasman's luxury accommodation. The suite boasts panoramic views of Hobart's waterfront and city skyline, best experienced from its private rooftop terrace, which features a Tasmanian handcrafted sandstone and glass Van Tuil fire pit. The 108 square-meter suite also features an island bath.

The Tasman's beautiful rooms and suites also include fine Italian linens from Frette' and provide the hotel team with an additional opportunity to engage local suppliers in a co-branded amenity and minibar collaboration. As such, the selection is notable, including various Australian brands such Beauty and the Bees and Grown Alchemist. An array of Tasmanian food and beverage refreshments are also included in the top suites, including Lark Distillery's Docks Release single malt, crafted just for The Tasman, an exclusive beer collaboration with Moo Brew and Storm + India organic wellness teas.

Ideally located, The Tasman is just steps from the waterfront, Mona Ferry and Salamanca Markets. Unique to Hobart, the hotel acts as an anchor for the new public domain of Parliament Square, a great ensemble of heritage buildings restored and reimagined, while presenting a striking modern architectural statement to the rising topography of Sullivan's Cove and marking a new era in the historical fabric of the city.  The hotel's heritage corridors take guests on a historical journey dating back almost one hundred and fifty years. Featuring vaulted doors and original sandstone walls adorned with pieces from local artists that transform these old halls into an art gallery experience. 

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About The Tasman, A Luxury Collection Hotel Hobart  

The Tasman, which opened on 17 December 2021, in Hobart, Tasmania, marks the debut of The Luxury Collection by Marriott International in Australia. Centrally located at Parliament Square overlooking Hobart's historic waterfront, The Tasman is an elegant heritage reconstruction of former state government offices that brings together three eras of design: Georgian, Art Deco, and Contemporary. The Tasman offers 152 guest rooms and suites carefully conceived to showcase the captivating architectural narrative of the site and ensures no two stays are the same. The Tasman is also home to a fitness centre, and several private meeting and event spaces to suit any occasion. The hotel's signature restaurant, Peppina, has been created by renowned Tasmanian Chef Massimo Mele, offering Italian inspired cuisine with local Tasmanian twist.  Meanwhile, Mary Mary is an intimate craft cocktail bar and spirit library with a modernist yet authentic approach, dedicated to the discovery of exceptional local ingredients for pairing with Tasmania's finest spirits and liquors. The Deco Lounge offers a refined space to enjoy afternoon tea or a light lunch in a residential setting that spills out onto a terrace overlooking Parliament Square.   On an experiential level, guests are invited to immerse themselves under the guidance of Tasmania's only Clefs d'Or concierge to discover the work of local artisans and unearth the stories behind the island's celebrated produce with exclusive purveyor visits and epicurean moments within the hotel. 

About The Luxury Collection® Hotels & Resorts

The Luxury Collection® is comprised of world-renowned hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's indigenous charms and treasures. Originated in 1906 under the CIGA® brand as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of more than 120 of the world's finest hotels and resorts in more than 35 countries and territories. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest. For more information and new openings, visit theluxurycollection.com or follow Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. The Luxury Collection is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

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