Title: Visit Southwest: 2026 Travel Guide for Southwest, Tasmania | Expedia.com [Hotels in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Hotels.d553248634373836640.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Vacation-Rentals.d553248634373836640.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Southwest](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Southwest.d553248634373836640.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Southwest.d553248634373836640.Car-Rental-Guide)[Southwest Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Southwest.d553248634373836640.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Southwest ## Travel Guide ![Midlands featuring a bridge and a river or creek as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086824/84e55ed7-1282-4355-8b61-bde0fc1332a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Midlands featuring a bridge and a river or creek as well as an individual femail](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086824/84e55ed7-1282-4355-8b61-bde0fc1332a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Australia featuring general coastal views and waves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052482/3ada3f05-948c-4071-b3cc-ba4d2920f2a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tasman Peninsula showing a sunset, a bay or harbor and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052482/fe78fbf1-a66b-4f2e-b7e7-9809dab92494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Southeast Tasmania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052482/7f416e76-610a-42a8-a45b-08df95135629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Southwest Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248634373836640) - Southwest Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Southwest ![Strahan Village](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922100/0305d65c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strahan Village The Esplanade Strahan TAS $132 nightly $146 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Strahan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Fabulous location. Quaint cottage right on the esplanade. Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F15%2F2026&endDate=3%2F16%2F2026&selected=922100&PinnedHotelID=922100&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373836640) ![BIG4 Strahan Holiday Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7060000/7055500/7055423/f828ec48_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BIG4 Strahan Holiday Retreat 8-10 Innes St Strahan TAS $142 nightly $142 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach holiday park in Strahan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Room was definitely neglected and smelled terrible. Husband walked around in his socks and they got very dirty off the floor. I realize the cabins are old but airing them out before guests arrive would help. Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F10%2F2026&endDate=3%2F11%2F2026&selected=7055423&PinnedHotelID=7055423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373836640) ![Gold Rush Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/580000/574900/574898/b495766f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Gold Rush Inn 65 Batchelor Street Queenstown TAS $87 nightly $96 total Mar 14 - Mar 15 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (671 reviews) Staff Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F14%2F2026&endDate=3%2F15%2F2026&selected=574898&PinnedHotelID=574898&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373836640) [See all 178 properties in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026®ionId=553248634373836640) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Strahan Bungalows](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9110000/9104300/9104288/0a6ab0ce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strahan Bungalows Cnr Andrew & Harvey Streets Strahan TAS Stay at this apartment in Strahan. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Popular attractions Strahan Golf Club and West Coast Reflections are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (405 reviews) Clean Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Strahan-Hotels-Strahan-Bungalows.h9104288.Hotel-Information) ![Giants Table and Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627100/9627069/46b1c2c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Giants Table and Cottages 13 Junee Road Maydena TAS Stay at this cottage in Maydena. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ... [](https://expedia.com/Maydena-Hotels-Giants-Table-And-Cottages.h9627069.Hotel-Information) ![Derwent Bridge Chalets & Studios](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625500/9625474/4d0cc457_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Derwent Bridge Chalets & Studios 15478 Lyell Highway Derwent Bridge TAS Stay at this cabin in Derwent Bridge. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions The Wall in the Wilderness and St ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (272 reviews) Check in was at 3pm. Lovely lady called Louise relayed where our Our cabin was called Clair. Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Derwent-Bridge-Hotels-Derwent-Bridge-Chalets-Studios.h9625474.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248634373836640&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Southwest hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22)[Feb 21 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[Feb 22 - Feb 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026)[Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634373836640&startDate=2%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Nelson Falls featuring a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608410/149761b2-be16-477c-853b-8a76a151e667.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park Surround yourself with Tasmania’s most famous wilderness and see untamable rivers, ancient forests and plunging gorges on foot, by boat or by raft. [](https://expedia.com/Franklin-Gordon-Wild-Rivers-National-Park-Southwest.d6086824.Vacation-Attraction) ![Gordon Dam, Tasmania, Australia. To believe how big is this you’ll have to see it with your eyes and most important is that the road with leads to this place is so beautiful and peaceful... must see in Tasmania #australia #tasmania #dam #outdoor #roadtrip #nature #manmade #beautifuldestination #ontheroad](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635942937537/33ff1d6a-be85-4a19-9386-4468989c2e82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gordon Dam 5/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Southwest with a stop at Gordon Dam. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Gordon-Dam-Southwest.d553248635942937537.Vacation-Attraction) ![The walk to Pillinger](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634373836640/45b73fd2-8cb9-426d-9063-3f21cfe759ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Coast Range Regional Reserve Explore the great outdoors at West Coast Range Regional Reserve, a lovely green space in Southwest. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/West-Coast-Range-Regional-Reserve-Southwest.d624511189255434240.Vacation-Attraction) ![Australia featuring general coastal views and waves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052482/3ada3f05-948c-4071-b3cc-ba4d2920f2a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southwest National Park Explore the great outdoors at Southwest National Park, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the rainforest and waterfront while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Southwest-National-Park-Southwest.d553248635998052997.Vacation-Attraction) ![Macquarie Heads featuring a beach, a lighthouse and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634373845652/264b8791-c177-435d-a212-195dbb00535e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southwest Conservation Area Explore the great outdoors at Southwest Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the rainforest and waterfront while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Southwest-Conservation-Area-Southwest.d623448047679156224.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tahune Airwalk 5/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Tahune Airwalk, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tahune-Airwalk-Southwest.d6199111.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/986787/3b75f86d-81e7-4f69-b30b-d9a0a43c6f65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan $108 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/morning-world-heritage-cruise-on-the-gordon-river-from-strahan.a986787.activity-details) [See all activities in Southwest](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Southwest.d553248634373836640.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Southwest ![Strahan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3265/8d172ab8-562d-4681-a0ec-875569b75ed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Strahan ![Queenstown which includes a small town or village and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3611/14951c12-99bb-44e0-a9e8-20a2b183aa2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Queenstown ![Lake St. Clair](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190956/35bc3be4-d01a-4230-b3df-9cf90d9ac90a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake St. Clair ![Geeveston showing a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6198439/de5ad3e5-d728-41af-86df-e165da8a5530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Geeveston - Cities near Southwest - Places of interest [Strahan](https://expedia.com/Strahan.dx3265)[Queenstown](https://expedia.com/Queenstown.dx3611)[Tarraleah](https://expedia.com/Tarraleah.dx6053995)[Hastings](https://expedia.com/Hastings.dx6178907)[Lake St. Clair](https://expedia.com/Lake-St-Clair.dx6190956)[Geeveston](https://expedia.com/Geeveston.dx6198439)[Maydena](https://expedia.com/Maydena.dx6342541)[Derwent Bridge](https://expedia.com/Derwent-Bridge.dx6343698)[Butlers Gorge](https://expedia.com/Butlers-Gorge.dx6353608)[Styx](https://expedia.com/Styx.dx6354371)[Strathgordon](https://expedia.com/Strathgordon.dx3000439585)[Melaleuca](https://expedia.com/Melaleuca.dx553248633936141191)[Florentine](https://expedia.com/Florentine.dx553248634373832618) - [Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park ](https://expedia.com/Franklin-Gordon-Wild-Rivers-National-Park-Southwest.d6086824.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Pedder Lookout ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Pedder-Lookout-Southwest.d553248623281984341.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gordon Dam ](https://expedia.com/Gordon-Dam-Southwest.d553248635942937537.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hartz Mountains National Park ](https://expedia.com/Hartz-Mountains-National-Park-Tasmania.d6210130.Vacation-Attraction) - [Teds Beach ](https://expedia.com/Teds-Beach-Southwest.d553248623281983727.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park ](https://expedia.com/Cradle-Mountain-Lake-St-Clair-National-Park-Tasmania.d6025839.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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