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The Ark Stanley

4.5 star property
Luxury guesthouse in Stanley with free breakfast

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Experience luxury at The Ark Stanley, where you can indulge in a cooked-to-order breakfast and unwind on the serene garden or terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi and take advantage of laundry facilities, barbecue grills, RV/bus/truck parking and tour/ticket assistance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Corinthian Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Belvedere Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Admiral Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Weatherly Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Anderson Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Down duvet
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Corinthian Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Admiral Deluxe Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Belvedere Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Weatherly Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Anderson Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 3

About the neighborhood

Map
18 Wharf Road, Stanley, TAS, 7331

What's nearby

  • Van Diemen's Land Company Store - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sawyer Bay - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Nut State Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Nut Chairlift Stanley - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Highfield Histroric Site - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Burnie, TAS (BWT) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hursey Seafoods - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Touchwood Gallery Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Stanley Hotel Bistro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moby Dick's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stanley Hotel - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Ark Stanley

Luxury guesthouse
At The Ark Stanley, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with DVD players
  • Refrigerators, toasters, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1924
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 50.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 50.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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

Ark Stanley House
Ark Stanley
Ark Stanley Guesthouse
The Ark Stanley Stanley
The Ark Stanley Tasmania
The Ark Stanley Guesthouse
The Ark Stanley Guesthouse Stanley

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ark Stanley pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ark Stanley?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ark Stanley?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Ark Stanley located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury guesthouse is steps from Sawyer Bay and Van Diemen's Land Company Store. The Nut State Reserve and The Nut Chairlift Stanley are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Ark Stanley Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 162 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location hosts were lovely and breakfast was amazing. Highly recommend as a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place we have stayed in tassie clean and very beautiful inside and out
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice B&B in scenic, peaceful town of Stanley. Rhonda & Chris are gracious hosts who provide excellent service and maintain the facility in pristine condition. The amenities are modern and the tasty breakfast is served in a cozy dining room. We enjoyed our stay at The Ark and would have loved to stay longer
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tremendous location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place but overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our one night stay at the Ark, room was large and clean. You can walk to the hotel for dinner in seven minutes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and facilities were excellent and our hosts made settling in very easy and homely. Breakfast was excellent, home grown ingredients. Stanley and The Ark are a must visit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, very comfortable room. Beautiful outlook. Would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top quality all round
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful outlook. Little touches inside the room to make you feel pampered.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krissy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute house is easy walking distance to everything. We saw penguins hiding in the rocks straight across the road. The owners Chris & Rhonda cooked us a beautiful breakfast and chatted easily to us in their kitchen while they cooked. The upstairs admiral room is huge with great views overlooking the water. Loved our 2N stay there and loved our complimentary bottle of wine for our 30th Wedding Anniversary. Dave & Krissy Qld
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointing Host

Whilst the room and breakfast was pleasant we had difficulty with the host, Rhonda. She seemed unfriendly towards us and was unhappy with us not booking directly through her. On our last night we asked if we could have access to the continental breakfast a bit early and 2 eggs at 8.00am and we would bring our own tea and coffee, as we had to get the hire car back or pay for another days hire. When we arrived at breakfast at 7.50 am the door was locked. It wasn't opened until after 8.00am and then two other guests were given their full breakfast with everything before we were given our two eggs. I believe this was done deliberately.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Ark was a fabulous place to spend the night and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property Belvedere room was awesome waking up to the sea view
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome spot

Stanley is a very pretty place well worth the trip. The ark Stanley is quality, very well appointed with everything you need to make the stay comfortable. Excellent location and very friendly hosts who cook you breakfast and make you feel at home. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place to stay !

Awesome lovely accomodation Great hosts excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved Chris and Rhonda- such amazing hosts. The inclusive breakfast was delicious. Rooms are big, bathroom beautiful with double shower. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

Lovely setting and great hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Carlton, Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were very helpful when I made a mistake in booking to fix the problem and even booked a table for us to ensure we had somewhere to eat due to large number of visitors to the area. The panoramic views from our upstairs room were great. I highly recommend this B&B.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Adie, Launceston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great place to stay it’s location is great, the rooms are spotless and very comfortable. The hosts are really friendly and helpful. Definitely worth considering if you are going to Stanley
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, hosts and beautiful room. What more could you want!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

stuart&maxine, Sunshine Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the Arc very friendly hosts great location and just a lovely feel of a place. Stuart and Maxine
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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