Coles Bay

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Wineglass Bay
Coles Bay
Coles Bay
Tasmania which includes mountains, general coastal views and rocky coastline
Coles Bay

Set between the pristine wilderness of the Freycinet National Park and a beautiful conservation area, this town on Tasmania’s East Coast is a spectacular getaway.

Explore the crystal clear waters of Coles Bay by kayak and meet the local wombats, quolls and echidnas on a bush walk. Watch the sun setting over the dramatic landscape of pink granite peaks while enjoying a dinner of locally farmed oysters and wine.

Appreciate the tranquility of sleepy Coles Bay from a waterfront camping site, a beach shack or a luxury eco-cabin. Around the township are a number of restaurants where you can savour fresh seafood, tasty drinks and a pleasant ambience.

Start your exploration of the coast’s beautiful wilderness at the Freycinet National Park Visitor Centre at the edge of town. Purchase your pass to the park here and learn through interactive displays about the biodiversity of the area and its cultural value.

Tackle the challenging walk up Mount Amos, one of the mountains known as the Hazards, or do the 31-kilometre (19-mile) hike through the Hazards to Wineglass Bay plan for 2 to 3 days. Relax for a day at the Friendly Beaches, with white sand between your toes. The beaches lead on to Cape Tourville to the south and Cape Lodi in the north. The park has limited facilities, so always carry enough water and food when you are setting out on a walk.

Follow the coastline on a boat cruise to explore sea caves and visit the remote and stunning beach of Wineglass Bay. Go for a sail or rent a kayak to paddle along the coast and look for dolphins.

Just out of town on Coles Bay Road, you’ll find Moulting Lagoon, where you can see the incredible variety of birds that breed in this wetland reserve. Thousands of black swans come here to moult their flight feathers. Look for songbirds, ducks, eagles and long-legged water birds too.

Drive about 2.5 hours from Hobart or Launceston to reach Coles Bay, a perfect place from which to explore the Freycinet National Park.

Freycinet Lodge
Freycinet Lodge
4 out of 5
Coles Bay Road, Freycinet National Park, Coles Bay, TAS
The price is S$314 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
S$314
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Coles Bay. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
freycinet lodge
"enjoyed our stay, especially wine glass bay lunch cruise organised for us by Abby. need to decent tea/coffee mugs in room and aEnglish Breakfast tea bags, was also difficult to fill kettle as had to use spa bath tap. kettle wouldn't fit under sink tap"

Reviewed on 26 May, 2025

Freycinet Lodge
Iluka Holiday Centre
Iluka Holiday Centre
3 out of 5
Reserve Road, Coles Bay, TAS
The price is S$165 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
S$165
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Coles Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
"Very good location"

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 2025

Iluka Holiday Centre
Freycinet Resort
Freycinet Resort
4.5 out of 5
1799 Coles Bay Road, Coles Bay, TAS
The price is S$243 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
S$243
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Coles Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Freycinet National Park and Freycinet ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (144 reviews)
"If I could give more stars I would. Cabin 9 is extremely well appointed, clean and the view is breathtaking. The staff were amazing. Can not fault at all."

Reviewed on 4 May, 2025

Freycinet Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Freycinet Hideaway
Freycinet Hideaway
4 out of 5
26 Bradley Dr, Coles Bay, TAS
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Coles Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Freycinet National Park and Richardsons ...
Freycinet Hideaway
Pebble Shack
Pebble Shack
3.5 out of 5
13 Jetty Road, Coles Bay, TAS
Stay at this 3.5-star cottage in Coles Bay. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Freycinet National Park and Richardsons ...
9/10 Wonderful! (18 reviews)
"Great location and the views of the Hazards were great. Bed was comfie with great linen but we felt the house needed a ‘good’ clean, it wasn’t dirty but could go up the next level. We didn’t use the barbecue but that was left dirty. The agent was great to deal with and gave us some great tips. Wine ..."

Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2025

Pebble Shack
Beachcomber
Beachcomber
3.5 out of 5
51 OYSTER BAY COURT, Coles Bay, TAS
Stay at this 3.5-star vacation home in Coles Bay. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Freycinet National Park and Sandpiper ...
"Great property!"

Reviewed on 12 Jan, 2025

Beachcomber
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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4/5 - Good

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It’s sweet and small. Lovely location for wineglass bay

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Coles Bay was a lovely small town. Good local shop and a superb ice cream parlour!