Pavilions
Contemporary art hotel meets luxury riverside retreat — provocative, design-forward, and unapologetically individualistic. The whole MONA campus is anti-stuffy by design.
If arriving by ferry (the Mona Roma), tell the crew you're a pavilion guest — they'll stop at the dedicated accommodation pier and meet you with a golf buggy
Why It Matters
The only place in Australia where you can sleep surrounded by original Brett Whiteley or Sidney Nolan paintings, walk through a subterranean museum carved into the cliffside, and drink estate-grown Moorilla wine — all without leaving the property. Designed by Fender Katsalidis (the same firm behind the museum itself), the pavilions are architectural statements in their own right.
Eight architect-designed pavilions sitting on a 3.5-hectare peninsula where the Derwent River curves north of Hobart. Each one is named after a significant Australian artist or architect and comes loaded with original works from owner David Walsh's AU$110m private collection. Think glass-and-steel cubes cantilevered over the riverbank, a diamond-shaped three-storey tower clad in silver metal, and interiors dressed by Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola, and Ron Arad alongside bespoke Tasmanian furniture. You're essentially sleeping inside one of the world's most audacious private museums.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Arthur
Named for Australian painter Arthur Boyd, with an original Boyd work on display. One bedroom with king-size bed, a stunning granite spa bath positioned to overlook the River Derwent — the MONA site simply calls it 'hell of a view from the bath.' HDTVs in bedroom and living area.
King-size bed
Brett
Named after Brett Whiteley, with an original Whiteley hanging in the space. Two bedrooms across two levels. Also contains a Roman mosaic and Costa Rican stone carving alongside contemporary furnishings. The kitchen area has a notably 'pre-Columbian' vibe, per MONA's own description.
Two king-size beds
Charles
Named for painter Charles Blackman. A two-level, two-bedroom pavilion featuring a Blackman painting alongside ancient coins, Roman mosaics, and Costa Rican stone carvings. The MONA website notes 'mind the stairs' — be prepared for a multi-level layout. Bathrooms on both levels, spa bath included.
Two king-size beds
Esmond
Named after architect Esmond Dorney. Single level combining glass and steel cube with Australian timbers. One double bedroom, spa bath, and separate double shower. Video art, Australian artworks, and the famous MONA rug. HDTVs in both bedroom and living area.
King-size bedRobin
Named after Australian architect Robin Boyd. A single-level glass and steel cube with Australian timbers. One double bedroom, bathroom with spa bath and separate double shower. Video art from major international artists, Australian works, bespoke Tasmanian furniture, and international furnishings. Private spa is a key feature.
King-size bedRoy
The biggest pavilion and the most architecturally dramatic. Roy is a three-storey diamond-shaped building encased in silver metallic skin, named after architect Sir Roy Grounds. Upper level has a king bedroom with private balcony and ensuite with double shower and spa bath. Middle level is living, dining, and kitchen. Ground floor has a second king bedroom with private balcony and an outdoor spa bath. International video art and Australian artworks throughout. Complimentary bottle of bubbles on arrival.
Two king-size bedsSidney
Named after Sidney Nolan, and you sleep with a Nolan — literally. A one-bedroom pavilion featuring original Nolan work from the MONA collection. Follows the same high-spec formula as the other single-bedroom pavilions: spa bath, Tasmanian designer furniture, international furnishings, and river views.
King-size bedWalter
Named after American-born architect Walter Burley Griffin, who designed Canberra. A glass and steel cube combined with Australian timbers on two levels. Ground level has a double bedroom and bathroom with spa bath and double shower. Upper level bedroom faces the River Derwent and has its own spa bath and double shower. Video art by major international names alongside Australian works, bespoke Tasmanian furniture.
Two king-size bedsThe Property
Eat & Drink
5 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
MONA's annual winter festival held each June, exploring dark solstice themes through art, music, fire, food, and performance. Events include Night Mass, Winter Feast, and curated art exhibitions. Pavilion guests can book dedicated Dark Mofo accommodation packages with VIP access.
Pavilion guests have access to Amarna, a major James Turrell light installation on the MONA grounds. A slow, meditative experience best viewed at dawn or dusk.
Ticketed James Turrell skyspace artwork on-site. Included as part of The Interlude package and some other special packages.
Complimentary museum entry for pavilion guests for the duration of their stay. Australia's largest private museum, carved into the sandstone cliffside of the Moorilla peninsula. Three underground levels of provocative contemporary art and rare antiquities from David Walsh's AU$110m personal collection. Open Wednesday to Monday (closed Tuesday, though guests can arrange exclusive tours).
Ben Salter performs regularly in MONA's indoor and outdoor venues. Live music and performance are also built into Faro Restaurant's dining experience. Dark Mofo festival in June adds large-scale concerts, Night Mass, and Winter Feast events.
The iconic catamaran from Brooke Street Pier in Hobart to the MONA estate. Two classes — standard and 'Posh Pit'. Tell the crew you're a pavilion guest and they'll stop at the private accommodation pier, where a golf buggy meets you. Ticket required.
Complimentary hosted tasting at Moorilla's on-site cellar door. Cool-climate Tasmanian wines from estate vineyards in the Derwent and Tamar Valleys.
A private tennis court is on the MONA estate grounds.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Each pavilion comes with a curated stack of art and architecture books, novels, and magazines personally recommended by Mona staff.
Flat-screen HDTVs in bedrooms and living areas, Blu-ray player, Dynalite controlled lighting, 5.1 digital sound system, music server with pre-installed music. Some pavilions feature Aquavision LCD screens in bathroom. Streaming of MONA collection highlights available via in-room TV.
Complete kitchens in all pavilions, including dishwasher, refrigerator, electric kettle, microwave, and kitchenware for self-catering.
Each pavilion has a private cellar stocked with Moorilla wines and Moo Brew craft beer (for purchase). Also includes a minibar fridge.
The entire MONA campus including restaurants and bars operates as a cashless venue.
Guest-only heated infinity pool overlooking the River Derwent. Not shared with museum day visitors.
Free on-site parking available for pavilion guests including disabled parking.
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