Empire Hotel

Tasmania


Opened in 1902 as an overnight stop for travellers between Launceston and Devonport, the Empire retains an old-fashioned feel but has been given a modest spruce-up in recent years. Closing time is flexible; usually once the last drinker has left after 9pm.

The popular Cycles cafe-restaurant is attached.


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