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Penguin Waterfront Escape

Property class: 4.5

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A modern living room with a large glass door leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean. There are two black sofas, a white coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large island with a fruit bowl.
A room with a table and two yellow chairs, large windows with a view of a fence and sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of the beach, and a sliding door.
A modern building with a two-story structure, featuring a ground-floor shop with signage for 'Tatts' and 'Penguin Newsagency & Tattslotto'.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is $157
$157 nightly
$157 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23

Explore the area

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68a Main Street, Penguin, TAS, 7316
  • Place, Penguin Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Penguin Tourist Information Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Penguin Undercover Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Devonport, TAS (DPO)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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A modern living room with a red sofa, yellow chairs, a white coffee table, and a black and white rug. There is a TV on a white stand, and a window with a view of the outside.

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

  • Ocean view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of the beach, and a sliding door.

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels, shampoo

Luxury Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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2 bedrooms, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

One-Bedroom Studio Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Retro Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Penguin

With a stay at Penguin Waterfront Escape in Penguin, you'll be on the waterfront, just steps from Penguin Tourist Information Centre and a 4-minute drive from Mount Montgomery State Reserve. .This beach apartment is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Penguin Beach and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Penguin Undercover Market.
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What's nearby

  • Penguin Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Penguin Tourist Information Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Penguin Undercover Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Johnsons Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Penguin General Cemetery - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Penguin Station - 7 min walk
  • Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River Arms Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lighthouse Hotel - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ulverstone Football Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Penguin Waterfront Escape

Penguin Waterfront Escape offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Recreational amenities at the apartment include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 2 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and flat-screen televisions are provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a private beach or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this apartment include complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Penguin Waterfront Escape.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • High chair

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • No housekeeping provided

Location highlights

  • In a business district
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Free bicycles nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 2 units
  • Built in 2012
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Penguin Waterfront Escape Apartment

Waterfront Escape Apartment

Penguin Waterfront Escape

Waterfront Escape

Penguin Waterfront Escape Tasmania

Penguin Waterfront Escape Penguin

Penguin Waterfront Escape Apartment

Penguin Waterfront Escape Apartment Penguin

Penguin Waterfront Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 118 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 118 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 118 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 118 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 118 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Location great retro vibe - felt homey
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice enjoyable space, well appointed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying here, it was very comfortable, clean, and in a great location! Wonderful stay, we would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, fantastic facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Libby is amazing. Fantastic apartment to stay in. Great location, superb cleanliness. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay in Penguin. The room was spotless, well decorated, convenient and with good off street parking. Well worth staying at.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Have stayed at this property several times. Always immaculately presented, well equipped and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay, Very nice apartments in spotless condition with a nice view over the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing place to stay great location would love to come back. Apartment was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic spot -
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful stay

The apartment is beautiful, clean and spacious. The communication prior to our arrival was great and it's perfectly located righ tin the centre of Penguin. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Worth for the money to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful apartment in lovely location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Magic views, right on the beach. Property has everything you could need and right next to a good supermarket. Easy off-street parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant beach front location with beautiful views and close to all that Penguin has to offer, including cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, walks and bike paths and a fenced playground just across the steet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing views and fab balcony… great for people watching over a chilled glass of wine.. beautiful and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and modern property. We would definately stay again if back in Tasmania
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property and hosts. Highly recommended and can’t wait to return. Thanks so much
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shiro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Thank you so much for the wonderful stay at Penguin Waterfront Escape. We had a truly relaxing and memorable time. The location was beautiful, the accommodation was comfortable and well maintained, and everything we needed was thoughtfully prepared. Waking up to the waterfront views was a real highlight, and it made our stay extra special. We really appreciate the care and hospitality you provided, and we would be very happy to return in the future. Thank you again for creating such a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Hidden Gem right in the open

Incredible apartment with next level views. Spotlessly clean with every thing you could possibly want to make your stay perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is in immaculate condition in a fantastic location. Couldn't fault the property or location. Loved the front balcony and sweeping ocean views. Could park the car off-street and everything such as beach, shops and dining within walking distance. Would definitely stay at the property again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful apartment with views across to the beach, and just down the road from the famous Big Penguin. Local eateries very good and a supermarket 3 doors down the road. Well located for visits to Burnie, Ulverstone, Devonport,Gunns plains caves, Cradle mountain and others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely amazing. Retro styled apartment with all the mod cons too. We stayed in 8 different places during our trip around Tassie and this stay was a highlight. Thank you Libby and Terry
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Ocean Vista

Spacious accommodation overlooking the ocean. Good communication and service. Cooking and washing facilities were appreciated during the week stay. Easy walk to supermarkets, newsagents, dining, beach, retail and markets. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome Location. Awesome communication. Super Awesome Accommodation - Stunning! Immaculately clean. Could not fault this property. AMAZING! We will be back. Pat and Kylie
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023