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Madsen Retreat

4.0 star property

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BBQ/picnic Area
40-inch Smart TV with premium TV channels, TV
Beach nearby
Property entrance
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service

Explore the area

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6A King Edward Street, Penguin, TAS, 7316
  • Place, Penguin Undercover Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Penguin Tourist Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Penguin Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Devonport, TAS (DPO)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Penthouse Suite | Beach/ocean view

The Penthouse Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Family Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Whole First Floor Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 250 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Seaview Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Penthouse Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Queen Spa Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Madsen Retreat

A snack bar/deli, laundry facilities and express check-in are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out, a garden and barbecues are on-site.
Madsen Retreat offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and complimentary bathrobes. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star guest house has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and microwaves can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Madsen Retreat, you're just a quick walk from Penguin Undercover Market. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include newspapers, laundry facilities and a terrace
  • Steps from Penguin Undercover Market
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden are also featured at Madsen Retreat. Self parking is free.

This Mediterranean Penguin guest house is smoke free.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets: AUD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 44 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 15 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 15 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: AUD 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: AUD 25 for check-in between 9:00 PM and midnight

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve sofa beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning on arriving outside normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 15 years old aren't allowed.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

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Madsen Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern facilities, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very close to downtown Penguin and serveral nice restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, responsive and friendly host.
Penguin chick from viewing area at Calico
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very nice and clean rooms and an amazing host...we will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really great place to stay . Easy access and trouble free check in . Room was very clean and comfortable , big bed with views of the water . 5 minute walk to beach and main shopping area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property - very comfortable and everything that we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krystal Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay, very clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem.. excellent hosts

Ting is an exceptional hostess. Very organised and efficient but also very welcoming and personable. Lovely suites. Very clean and a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and comfortable, had all we needed for a great stay. Great to be able to walk to shops and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ting is a wonderful host! The property is really lovely and in a great spot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our hostess was considerate and welcoming and the facilities were very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to esplanade walkway and eateries. Beautiful place to use as base for north coast travels
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Enjoyable and comfortable stay. Ting was a great host. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly clean and friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always great!

Always excellent. Stayed many times. Always lovely. Can't fault it and I am very fussy!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were warmly welcomed by a delightful host who made us feel very comfortable!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness of Manager - Greeted with hot drinks and cake Helped with luggage Overall a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ting our host was excellent and just love Penquin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was one of the most pleasant overnight stays I’ve had. Nothing to dislike about staying here.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hashantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host. Always friendly and helpful. Place was really clean and beautiful sea view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was lovely and so were the hosts. You are able to bring your dogs which i thought was very nice of them to do that. All in all a lovely property and would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect place to relax and recharge. The manager of this property is SO helpful and the property is homely and has everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Should have had censor lights outside as it was very dark going up the stairs outside
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable pleasant room. Note that this is not a hotel - it is a private room in a guesthouse. The owner lives onsite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024