Peppers Seaport Hotel is located right on the Tamar riverfront, just a few minutes from the Launceston CBD. The hotel is part of the Seaport Dock area comprising of restaurants, entertainment venues and shopping facilities creating a new social hub for Launceston. The hotel offers 60 non-smoking rooms, most of them either looking out over the river or over the historic town centre to the mountains beyond. The suites are nearly self-sufficient and fully furnished, containing a DVD player, washing machine, a kitchenette, and even a dishwasher. The hotel is built on the site of an old dry dock and has been designed in the shape of a ship, with the interior decor reflecting nautical history. The accommodations are luxurious and contemporary in style, using soft light colours, natural timbers and chromes. The scenic Cataract Gorge Reserve, Tasmania's vineyards, Boag's Brewery and Tamar river cruise are some of the local attractions. Room Facilities: Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Hairdryer, Internet access, Iron and ironing board, Microwave, Mini bar, Modem/data port connection, Private bathroom / Ensuite, Radio, Refrigerator, Tea and coffee making facilities, Telephone, Television, Toaster. Hotel Facilities: Baby sitting service, Banquet facilities, Cocktail bar, Concierge, Conference facilities, Disabled facilities, Faxing facilities, Laundry facilities, Lounge, Non-smoking rooms, Parking facilities, Photocopying facilities, Reception, Restaurant, Room service, Secretarial services. Extra Information: Distance to the airport: 15 km, Distance to Devonport ferry terminal: 100 km, Distance to Hobart: 200 km.