Surrounded by the charm of Brickendon Estate, The Racecourse Inn offers a warm welcome with cooked-to-order breakfast, a cozy fireplace in the lobby and free WiFi. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or lose yourself in a good book from the library. Guests rave about this property's convenient location.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free breakfast
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Bar
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Bar/lounge
Terrace
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Library
Lobby fireplace
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Refrigerator
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
Why we love this property
Perfect morning bites
Free cooked-to-order breakfast awaits at this charming bed and breakfast. After a delicious start, the bar beckons for evening relaxation.
Sleep in style
Blackout drapes ensure undisturbed slumber in curated, individually decorated rooms. After waking, guests can indulge in refreshments from the minibar.
At The Racecourse Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Brickendon Estate and Woolmers Estate. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9 AM. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–9 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children's games
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1838
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
DVD player
Television
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
Highchair
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from May 21 2025 to May 20 2027 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Racecourse Inn Longford
Racecourse Inn
Racecourse Longford
The Racecourse Inn Longford, Tasmania
The Racecourse Inn Longford
The Racecourse Inn Bed & breakfast
The Racecourse Inn Bed & breakfast Longford
Frequently asked questions
Is The Racecourse Inn currently open?
This property is closed from May 21 2025 to May 20 2027 (dates subject to change).
Does The Racecourse Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Racecourse Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Racecourse Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Racecourse Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Racecourse Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Racecourse Inn?
No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a casino, but Country Club Tasmania (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Racecourse Inn and nearby?
The Racecourse Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around The Racecourse Inn like?
The Racecourse Inn is a short 2-minute walk from Summerfield Park and 17 minutes' walk from Christ Church Longford.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 5, 2021
Great stay, highly recommended
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 25, 2021
Well presented, authentic and comfortable accommodation. It had all the little touches including hot muffins on a cold day, quality linen beautifully presented.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 16, 2020
Lovely place and owners. A pleasure to visit. Will visit again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2019
The property is superb, the owners are gorgeous people you feel like part of the family. I was staying in one night and a delicious home cooked roast was offered. You don’t get that from many places. A delicious cooked breakfast every morning, the best Bircher muesli I’ve ever had.
Love the place I have made it my stay place whenever I’m in Tasmania.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2019
The hosts made us feel welcome and they went out of their way to make us feel at home, recommend this place to anyone
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 11, 2019
Great place! Very good hospitality, beautiful house!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2019
Great spot
Amazing every thing, welcome, local info and that feel at home feeling. Breakfast was great, Great home made jams, stewed fruit. Freshly cooked muffins delivered to the room and a complimentary port to finish the day. A great two days. Thanks Annabelle
Chris
Chris, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2019
A beautiful relaxing old world Inn. My room was amazing, beautifully appointed antique furniture and nic naks . Very comfortable bed with quality bedding. Lovely place to stay.
The garden was a haven to sit and read or just take in the ambience.
Breakfast was delicious with home grown ingredients.
Loved every minute.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2018
We enjoyed everything about this hotel, in particular, the exceptional hospitality of the hosts. Our room was quiet, exceptionally clean and comfortable, and lacked for nothing. Each day we were served a tasty breakfast in a stunning dining room with a roaring fire, and nothing was too much trouble for our hosts. We were made to feel more like family than guests. I would heartily recommend this hotel to anyone.
Steve
Steve, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 1, 2018
Fantasic heritage experience
Fantastic heritage property so close to Launceston. Friendly hosts and home cooked breakfast was a standout. Will be back for sure!!
Daryl
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2018
It’s a great accommodation and I have never been to such kind of hotel before and it was a great experience for me
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2018
A gem
This place is amazing - great hosts, fantastic breakfast (the best I think we've ever had), lovely rooms and a good quiet location. The breakfast room is worth a visit - vaulted ceiling, large fireplace, comfortable couches... We'll definitely be back.
Ann
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2018
Excellent hotel, highly recommended
Annabel was the best host we had during our trip in Tasmania
The hotel was charming with a delightful breakfast and garden
Strongly recommend staying at The Racecourse Inn if you visit the Launceston area
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 26, 2018
Highly recommended!
Loved staying at the Racecourse Inn, couldn’t have chosen a better place. The hosts were so lovely making us feel right at home. Awesome breaky with cold & hot selections. Lovely veggie garden in the back yard along with 2 well fed sheep & chickens. The room was well appointed with a good shower. However the free wifi was a little slow but don’t let that put you off. Highly recommended!
Carolyn
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2018
Perfect.!!
A great place, everything was just fine. Highly recommended.
Rukshan
Rukshan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 13, 2018
Delightful find just outside Launceston
This is a real gem. An historic building in farming Tasmania but only 15 mins or so from central Launceston. On the outskirts of Longford, it was quiet at night. Good bed, the room had everything we needed with many thoughtful touches. With double glazing and aircon, the occasional traffic on the main road was not an issue at all even to me, a light sleeper. Breakfast was really excellent too - set us up for the whole day ahead. The Inn has been very sensitively restored by the Hosts with a real artistic eye. How lovely to have such fresh locally sourced food, fresh cut flowers from the garden, and excellent advice for eating in the evening. We wish we had booked more thank one night.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2018
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Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2018
Friendly staff lovely old building
This lovely old building in situated amongst a beautiful english garden. We were welcomed at the front door by three little birds whose mother had decided to build a nest right next to the front door.
It is a lovely place to stay if you happen to stop in Longford in your travels. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable and the building has a country / homely feel to it. The rooms are bright and airy, ideally suited to a summertime stay.
Breakfast was plentiful and cooked to order. Great way to start the day.
Geoff Spark
Geoff Spark, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2017
Hospitality Plus
Wonderful stay in a wonderful B&B. Worth every cent. Most hospitable hosts, friendly, helpful, informative, welcoming , faultless. Great service. Only place to stay in the town of Longford. Great breakfasts, with great local produce and providence. Will be back there again. A reason why Tasmania is such a great destination. Good proximity to Launceston and north east and the north west coast.
Mary + Charles
Mary + Charles, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2017
A heritage itself, but refreshed and comfortable
Longford itself is a heritage town adorned with colonial style houses, with Racecourse being one of them. The building style, the design and furniture retain all that classical touch, so an Jane Austen fan like me would literally fall in love with the place, but the hosts have freshended up the place to make it clean and comfortable to stay in for everyone. Not lacking in any modern comforts, not to mention the Port wine, cookies and jelly beans that were a part of the wonderful hospitality. Not to forget the garden, 2 baby lambs, and the chicken that are adorable.
An absolute recommendation if you are visiting Woomer’s Estate & Brickendon farm, or even if you are just stopping over for a night when driving across from the east coast to Cradle Mountain like us.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2017
Perfect Place to stay. Very friendly staff and beautiful gardens.
Rukshan
Rukshan, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2017
Fantastic BnB
From checkin to departure we could not fault the Racecourse Inn. Annabelle and Richard were the perfect hosts. All beautifull fresh produce from the garden for breakfast in abundance. 10 out of 10 !
Suzie
Suzie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2017
Home away from home
My partner and I stayed at the Racecourse Inn for a week. Both Richard and Annabelle were absolutely wonderful hosts and made us feel right a home from the very first day. The room was lovely and cosy, with little comforts such as a complimentary port, cookies and little water bottles, fantastic for the cool autumn weather in Longford.
The property is steeped in history and immaculately restored and maintained. Being only minutes from two world heritage sites makes it a fantastic base to explore the north of Tasmania, whilst still being able to return to a lovely comfortable country atmosphere.
I could not recommend the Racecourse Inn more if I tried, it is absolutely a wonderful place to stay for long or short periods of time, due to the fantastic hosts and excellent accommodation.
Keira
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2017
Beautiful historic Inn with amazing hosts
We stayed here as a last minute choice the night before heading out to the airport which is not far away. We had the Queen room upstairs. It was so lovely and comfortable. The bed was comfy and the room immaculately clean. Breakfast is ordered the night before and you get a lovely home cooked brekkie, very well presented by Annabel, the inn keep. The inn is full of history and interesting things and Annabel's beautiful art. It's close to the airport and several good places to eat. The gardens are delightful! The dining room had comfy seating, a roaring fire and a rare barrel ceiling. The details have been attended to properly in this place. You could just imagine the stagecoaches coming through in years gone by. We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to Tassie.
Kathy
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2017
Warm welcome!
I chose the Racecourse because of its location--close to the Launceston Airport and to the major routes that would take me and my teenager to the National Parks where we were planning to hike on a short vacation to see Tasmania's natural wonders. But the Inn itself became one of the highlights of our trip. It is a beautiful old building surrounded by lovely gardens. The hosts were so friendly and welcoming and very helpful with our plans for day trips. The breakfasts were amazing; most of the items served had been sourced locally, including strawberries picked the afternoon before. Annabelle is an artist and we had a nice chat about colonial and contemporary art in Australia--anyone with a creative bent would be particularly welcome here.