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Penguin Waterfront Escape

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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.
Front of property
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
View from room
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • On a private beach
    One of the rare properties in the area with its own private beach.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Penguin Undercover Market

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Self-parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

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

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Living area

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite

  • Ocean view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Room

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • Ocean view
  • 150 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bathroom

Luxury Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a door.

One-Bedroom Studio Apartment with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Retro Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Penguin Waterfront Escape

Guests at this beach apartment building will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. Each apartment provides a dining area and a sitting area, plus free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a fridge and a microwave, and other amenities include a coffee/tea maker and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is not available.
Penguin Waterfront Escape offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using 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.

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9626326
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 that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguin Waterfront Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Penguin Waterfront Escape?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Penguin Waterfront Escape?

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

What time is check-out at Penguin Waterfront Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Penguin Waterfront Escape located?

Nestled on the beach, this Penguin apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Penguin Tourist Information Centre and Mount Montgomery State Reserve. Penguin Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Penguin Waterfront Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

matt

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

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

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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Was not one bedroom as advertised - only a studio. Not private outdoor space. No freezer. Friendly host. Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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

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

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

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

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