Title: Westwood Travel Guide: Best of Westwood, Launceston Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Westwood](https://expedia.co.uk/Westwood-Launceston-Hotels.0-n6354259-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Westwood Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Westwood.d6354259.Car-Hire-Guide)[Westwood Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Westwood.d6354259.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Westwood Travel Guide ## Launceston ## Visit Westwood Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Launceston travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston.dx553248635003664474) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Brisbane Street Mall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184738-Northeast-Tasmania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Brisbane-Street-Mall-Launceston-CBD.d6190730.Attraction) ![Cataract Gorge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/185000/185572-Cataract-Gorge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cataract-Gorge-West-Launceston.d6125277.Attraction) ![Royal Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/524000/524079-royal-park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Royal Park After visiting Royal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Launceston. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125281.Attraction) ![City Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/185000/185398-City-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Park Stroll around this charming Victorian-era park to see its pretty flower displays, giant chess set, heritage monuments and monkey enclosure. [](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Park-Launceston-CBD.d6125279.Attraction) ![Penny Royal Adventures](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2fe62202575f45abe95ac2ef391d09a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penny Royal Adventures Bring your family 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penny-Royal-Adventures-Launceston-CBD.d6125287.Attraction) ![Cataract Gorge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/184000/184734-Northeast-Tasmania.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Cataract Gorge Reserve, a lovely green space in Launceston. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cataract-Gorge-Reserve-Launceston.d624513245612552192.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681101/3a23e1d6-1a03-4633-9e02-4fd3f9eb3f96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 11:30 am £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-1130-am.a681101.activity-details) ![Foot powered Hobie kayaks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44940606/fe4150e9-0c5f-4ef5-85e1-278b40b7b9c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Kayak Tour on Launceston's scenic waterfront on foot powered Hobie kayaks £35 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-kayak-tour-on-launcestons-scenic-waterfront-on-foot-powered-hobie-kayaks.a44940606.activity-details) ![Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/681113/d3e53d01-049b-4320-afb1-75256f1a9095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cataract Gorge Cruise 1:30 pm £22 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cataract-gorge-cruise-130-pm.a681113.activity-details) ![Wineglass Bay lookout ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271460/74a581e6-3fbc-4829-94ed-188df6744e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain £276 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/big-3-tasmania-port-arthur.a45271460.activity-details) ![Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1011166/a492a133-6bc1-4b2c-a93f-2abd23bda6c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tamar Valley Wine Tour with Lunch £87 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tamar-valley-wine-tour-with-lunch.a1011166.activity-details) ![From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5092873/fbc8f37b-f0b0-4378-a59e-68e96a1717b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Launceston: Full-Day Wineglass Bay Explorer Active Tour £87 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-launceston-full-day-wineglass-bay-explorer-active-tour.a5092873.activity-details) [See all activities in Launceston](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Launceston.d553248635003664474.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Westwood ![Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/185000/184965/ddbeeeda_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston 29 Cameron Street Launceston TAS £78 29 Jan - 30 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Good sized room and efficient check-in. We stayed a night and did not eat there but it seemed a good “chain” sort of hotel - well run, clean and modern. Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F01%2F2026&endDate=30%2F01%2F2026&selected=184965&PinnedHotelID=184965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) ![Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/997700/997613/d5e58d98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Leisure Inn Penny Royal Hotel & Apartments 147 Paterson Street Launceston TAS £77 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews) Clean room. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=997613&PinnedHotelID=997613&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) ![Coach House Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11080/a45b5266_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coach House Launceston 10 York Street Launceston TAS Fully refundable £94 27 Jan - 28 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) No issues with after hours check-in and the staff was super friendly when I called to request the late check-in. Very clean room, Nespresso coffee machine with complimentary pods, tea, instant coffee, and everything you really need for short stay. Off-site parking available as well. Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=11080&PinnedHotelID=11080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) ![Commodore Regent Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519153/e3fa424f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Commodore Regent Launceston 13 Brisbane Street Launceston TAS £72 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews) Nice place Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=519153&PinnedHotelID=519153&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) ![Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3790000/3789500/3789462/aaadad3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mantra Charles Hotel Launceston 287 Charles Street Launceston TAS £84 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Clean room, convenience Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=3789462&PinnedHotelID=3789462&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) ![Best Western Plus Launceston](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519200/519155/267f2778_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Plus Launceston 3 Earl Street Launceston TAS £85 18 Jan - 19 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Launceston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Great location. Room had all we needed. Beds were comfortable. Staff were nice. Parking was good. Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=519155&PinnedHotelID=519155&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6354259) [See all 426 properties in Westwood](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6354259) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Hadspen.dx6190710) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carrick You'll enjoy the gardens and art galleries in Carrick. You might want to make time for a stop at Quercus Park or Tasmanian Copper & Metal Art Gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Carrick.dx6343673) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Prospect Vale Prospect Vale is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Country Club Tasmania and Kate Reed Nature Recreation Area while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Prospect-Vale.dx180369) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Summerhill Summerhill might not have many top sights, but Silverdome and Cataract Gorge are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Summerhill.dx553248634373844276) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/98e5dbf54bec2fb8f2256681fe60d28d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverside Restaurants, shopping and river views highlight some of the noteworthy features of Riverside. Make a stop by Tamar Island Wetlands Centre or Tasmania Zoo while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Riverside.dx6156128) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/506000/506231-trevallyn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Trevallyn Travellers like the historical sites in Trevallyn, and Cataract Gorge Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Launceston-Trevallyn.dx6360562) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Westwood Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app