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Reviews of Platypus Waters B&B 3 stars

74 Scotchtown Road, 7330 Smithton, Australia

#2 of 8 hotels in Smithton

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Review score

Based on 67 B&B reviews

9.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    10.0

  • Comfort

    9.9

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.9

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.9

  • Free WiFi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Platypus Waters..... tick, tick, tick !!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    N/A

    Platypus Waters is A+ in location, hospitality, amenities, actually it was just fantastic all round. Easy to find, close to town and with a beautiful river running right behind the property. There was enough breakfast provisions to last us the 4 days we spent there. On our first night we didn't arrive until after night had set in, Laura had turned on the lights and heating for us so it was as comfy as could be. Loved it all. Thanks Laura.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was all good

    Everything was wonderful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    10
    A beautiful, peaceful stay in a cozy bed & breakfast with fantastic hosts.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing!

    I LOVED staying here! Such a peaceful and beautiful location. The hosts were fantastic and even did a load of laundry for me. I will certainly be staying here again next time I am in the area.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 March 2024

    10
    Stayed in B&B's throughout Australia, New Zealand and the UK, this would be in the top three.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Two nights in retrospect was too short and although I had a glimpse of the Platypus, just not quick enough to get the camera out.

    Good selection of provisions and wide choices for Continental breakfast. All the utensils and cooking appliances were there if you wished to have a hot meal including BBQ facilities on the outside deck, which overlooked a small stream, inhabited by at least one Platypus. Very spacious accommodation, large lounge/kitchen area, comfortable Queen size bed in a large bedroom. Spacious shower and the vanity cabinet included the most thoughtful and extensive range of equipment, you may need when traveling. This was also one of the few accommodation facilities that included a night light, extremely important in my opinion for safety.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    10
    Home away from home
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy to find, private and a great location for exploring Stanley and the Tarkine region. Comfortable and well appointed with delicious breakfast provisions. There's also the possibility of seeing a platypus in the creek.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    10
    Relaxing environment conveniently located.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing could be better.

    Great range of breakfast options including plunger coffee! Really comfortable bed. Hot water heated quickly for use in kitchen and shower. Smithton proved very interesting and Stanley is always a delight.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    9.0
    Fantastic, good up todate rooms
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    none

    Great location and completely separate from main house. Good location to see the area

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    10
    see above
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    n/a

    The owner Laura greeted us although we arrived in the evening. The accommodation is thoughtfully designed & well fitted out. It is very comfortable and looks onto bushland & a creek with a resident platypus. Lovely tranquil ambience inside & out. There was a small secure lawn for our dog to run around and there was no trouble having him inside. The breakfast was a selection of tasty fruit, bread & cereal. Platypus Waters is ideally located near the excellent tourist office and gateway to the beautiful takayna/Tarkine conservation area.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    10
    Very comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Continental breakfast supplied was great

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    It is like home away from home. The fridge and cupboards are well stocked. Very spacious. Easy access from car park to entry door.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 January 2024

    10
    Peaceful little getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The view from the private balcony was beautiful. Perfectly peaceful, with sounds of the river flowing beyond the edge of the garden to add a little more relaxation. The bed was very comfortable, and all the amenities were perfect, from the overhead walk in shower to the Chromecast TV with pull out sofa bed, allowing us to chill and watch a movie in comfort. The breakfast selection was great, loved the selection of jams, and lurpak is my favourite. Also a great location if you want to drive up to Stanley for the day, and only an hour's drive to The Edge Of The World, both places I'd recommend visiting for lovely views.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    Cosy & Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The unit was extremely comfortable and very thoughtfully fitted out with great little touches that made you feel at home. We loved the position of this unit above the river - such a relaxing country view and the balcony to just laze away on taking in all the sites and sounds.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    We were extremely comfortable and well provided for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    A beautifully presented and spacious B&B with every comfort and unusually generous quality provisions for breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The wifi can drop in and out but it is Smithton.

    Breakfast supplies. nice warm place on a very cold Easter. Close to town and the RSL for lunches.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2023

    10
    exceptional accomodation close to Stanley
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.

    beautifully decorated. exceptionally clean. all facilities provided for a stay. good communication via email. quiet. comfy.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay as we were able to come in and out as we pleased and the place was very quiet.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The place had lots of amenities, was clean and attention to detail was good. The fact that we were there for three days allowed us to explore the amenities provided. Plenty of choice for breakfast items.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2023

    9.0
    It was a very peaceful place to stay with a comfortable bedroom, bathroom and large living area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location was excellent , very peaceful but also close to all town amenities.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2023

    10
    Relax at Platypus Waters while you visit Smithton.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Platypus Waters sits above Duck River….a very peaceful location. The living space is clean and comfortable with lots of little extras thrown in….device chargers, a decanter of port. The bed is super-comfortable, the shower hot, and Continental Breakfast supplies are provided. We did several trips from the property, out to Marrawah, The Edge of the World, Arthur River and with our host Laura as the guide, up to Woolnorth and Cape Grim. It was absolutely incredible…..loved it. I will definitely recommend Platypus Waters to friends and family.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2022

    10
    hosts thought of everything right down to chargers for phones and iPad
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    right on the river in a quiet area

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2022

    9.0
    Great supplies and privacy with rural outlook including fast flowing stream.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom basin didn't drain properly.

    High quality fruit included in breakfast supplies.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2022

    10
    Very impressed 👍
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, beautiful setting, well appointed rooms and thoughtful additional touches.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 10 October 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great location,clean and quiet,easy access and generous breakfast provisions. Exceeded our expectations.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2022

    10
    This place is absolutely beautiful. The view is amazing and the hosts are very accommodating. Will definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    EVERYTHING! :)

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2022

    10
    absolutely wonderful a great start to our holiday on the north west coast ofTasmania
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    everything was just perfect

    loved the setting the layout of the accommodation the generous breakfast items provided the dressing gowns the luxurious bathroom the gorgeous bed and views from the deck and the decanter of port we enjoyed!!! thank you

    Stayed in May 2022

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