Blue Hills is a funky 1960s motel in the backstreets of Battery Point, with plenty of free parking, and wi-fi (big tick), clean rooms (tick) and a value-for-money approach (yet another tick). Access via Crelin St. Budget last-minute rates.
Blue Hills Motel
Hobart
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