Diamond Island Resort & Penguin viewing

Property class: 4
Beach motel with restaurant, near Redbill Beach

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When you stay at Diamond Island Resort & Penguin viewing, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Redbill Beach and Waubs Beach. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at 1856 Bar and Bistro, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
$194
The current price is $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

Why we love this property

Work meets play
Business-friendly waterfront motel offers conference space and meeting rooms. Guests can unwind at the 24-hour gym, tennis court, or golf course.
Oceanfront dining scene
Experience local cuisine at the restaurant with oceanfront, ocean-view, and pool-view dining. The property offers a cafe, bar, and continental breakfast.

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a white and brown patterned pillow, a folded towel, and a dark brown throw.

Superior Apartment, Beachfront

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 100 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, red and white pillows, a red throw blanket, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Superior Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, red and white pillows, a red throw blanket, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Ocean View Terrace

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A coastal property with a large house, a swimming pool, and a view of the ocean.

Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a red polka dot throw blanket, and a white towel on the bed.

Basic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Beach View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 135 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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A neatly made bed with a red polka dot blanket and white pillows, a bedside telephone, and a power outlet on a dark-colored nightstand.

Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
69 Tasman Hwy, Bicheno, TAS, 7215

What's nearby

  • Apsley Conservation Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Friendly Beaches - 23 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Freycinet National Park - 37 min drive - 52.3 km

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 118 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 128 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Long Boat Tavern Bicheno - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Governors Bicheno - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Gulch - Fresh Fish - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Diamond Island Resort & Penguin viewing

  • When you stay at Diamond Island Resort & Penguin viewing, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Redbill Beach and Waubs Beach. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at 1856 Bar and Bistro, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness center are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 15
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 15

Children

    • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Diamond Island Resort & Penguin viewing Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's private beach offered stunning views, picturesque scenery, and easy access to wildlife, including penguins, rabbits, and wallabies. (20 reviews)
  • The restaurant served excellent food with great quality and service. (18 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay views are amazing also your own penguin viewing very relaxing place
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8/10 Very good

Room was great. View was even better
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant, relaxing stay by the ocean.
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10/10 Exceptional

The host was excellent, nothing was too much trouble. The restaurant was well looked after and the food was great. Viewing the fairy penguins was the icing on the cake.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly receptionist Lovely location Comfortable Unit Bonus the penguin viewing
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Rooms were very clean. Excellent food at restaurant. Staff were very helpful. Great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location
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8/10 Very good

clean room, good facilities, friendly check in good location
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was spotless, staff was friendly, beach was amazing but the real highlight was the penguins and the rabbits.
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay. Everyone was friendly and the penguin viewing was a great bonus!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to see numerous animals and was even able to see a whale off shore.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great staff. Easy quick check in, the room is spacious. The views and the location are amazing. The beach is so picturesque, loved seeing all the animals around the property- bunnies, wallabies, and the penguins!!!
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8/10 Very good

Yes courteous staff
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10/10 Exceptional

A lovely quiet relaxing place to stay. The room was very comfortable.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful scenery, great accommodation friendly staff!
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8/10 Very good

Room was very comfortable and well presented. Wonderful location and being dog friendly is a big plus for this resort. Lots of wildlife and pleasant staff. Will stay here again. Out of Bicheno a bit is good as quiet from any road noise.
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8/10 Very good

Great ocean views, great spot for penguin viewing
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. The penguin watch at night was great. Good set up to cook for yourself in the units.
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10/10 Exceptional

The views were stunning. The penguins were adorable and I would recommend this property to everyone.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful environment and so close to the beach. Kids loved the little penguins
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8/10 Very good

We stayed upstairs w premium room w balcony. Very spacious. Comfortable and relaxing. The bed was the best of all my stays in Australia. You can even see the difference penguins come in at night as well as walk on the beach only 15 feet away.
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8/10 Very good

The room was tidy and the staff were very helpful esp Vioella
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great Korean cuisine.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location with private beach access with lovely friendly staff