Gladstone: A Goldmine of Natural Beauty
Gladstone, Australia is one of several towns that go by the same name within the country. This Gladstone in particular is located on the small, isolated island of Tasmania, several miles from Australia’s southeastern coast. The town was once an important mining settlement for both tin and gold. The St. Helens Aerodome is only an hour away from Gladstone.
Best Time to Visit
Temperatures in Tasmania are cool, as fitting for mountainous, evergreen regions. Gladstone is also prone to sudden drops in temperature. The best time to visit Gladstone in Tasmania is in the fall, between months of March to May, where the days are pleasantly warm and the nights cool. Every August, Latrobe - two and a half hours away from Gladstone – hosts the Chocolate Winterfest.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Little Blue Lake is a pristine blue lake located along Gladstone Road. The crater the lake occupies was formed from past mining activities that have since been filled with highly toxic and contaminated water. The area is a popular with tourists, who stop by along the road to take photos against the crystal blue. On the island’s northeastern shore is Mt. William National Park, where visitors can see the vast array of Tasmania’s flora and wildlife and set camp or have a picnic by the beach. The Winnaleah Hotel is a Gladstone hotel with small but comfortable and well-serviced facilities, such as a restaurant and area for playing pool. The Bay of Fires Lodge is another Gladstone accommodation with aesthetically pleasing wooden interiors and a scenic view of the beach and surrounding greenery.
Make your Gladstone Hotel Search Easy
Budget Gladstone Hotels
If your vacation or business trip budget on lodging is not very high, you may want to consider these affordable hotels or affordable motels in Gladstone area. These affordable lodging properties come with basic amenities and good comfort, for example amenities like 24-hour front desk, Coffeemaker and Iron and ironing board. You may want to consider bed & breakfast if you want to make your Gladstone trip feel like you are at home. Gladstone motels are another alternative lodging option you have.
Grand Luxury Gladstone Hotels
When you want the best amenities and the most comfort in your Gladstone hotel you have plenty of luxury options. Most of these upscale boutique hotel choices are of 4 star and 5 star rating with guest rooms and suites with finest furnishings and decor. Often near tourist activities, offering access to both nearby attractions and public transit.
