Westwood
Launceston
Popular places to visit
Cataract Gorge
Swim in a tranquil basin fed by tumbling mountain-spring waters, fly over the water on a chairlift and stroll around the gardens fringed with stunning native forest.
Brisbane Street Mall
Launceston’s best shopping is in easy reach at this busy community hub, where intriguing laneways and historic arcades branch off from a central sheltered mall.
City Park
Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure.
Royal Park
After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Penny Royal Adventures
Bring the kids to Penny Royal Adventures and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Launceston. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and shops in this walkable area.
Albert Hall Convention Centre
Find out what’s on at this esteemed events centre, housed within an architectural landmark in the heart of the city.
Things to do
Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am
Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks
Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Treetop Zip Lining with Guide
From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour
Launceston: Hollybank Forest Guided Segway Tour with Photos
Westwood Hotel Deals
Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments
There was a constant hum/whir/noise in the room which made it too noisy to sleep. I then read other reviews that shared similar concerns about noise (eg Highway, upstairs neighbours, pub/restaurant) so went and stayed elsewhere.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston
The place is clean but it is very dated property.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Village Family Motor Inn
I was just doing a night before heading south but all was adequate for that. If I was staying longer I would have liked a little more room comfort for a prolonged stay.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Art Hotel on York
The Art Hotel surprised us. It worked out well for our trip. It was next to the Catholic church, which was important for the lenten season and it surprised us. It was on a busy street, but very walkable, markets, the gorge, restaurants and downtown. It has a short check-in time which surprised us ...
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Pod Inn
Yes
Reviewed on Apr 7, 2026
Country Club Tasmania
Clean room
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Westwood
Hadspen
Visitors to Hadspen enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Entally Estate is worth a stop.
Carrick
You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Carrick. You might want to make time for a stop at Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery or Quercus Park.
Prospect Vale
Prospect Vale is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Country Club Tasmania or Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area.
Summerhill
While Summerhill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Silverdome and Cataract Gorge.
Riverside
Restaurants, shopping, and river views are some highlights of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring.
Trevallyn
Travelers like the historic sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
