Alice Beside The Sea

Alice Beside The Sea is a set of self-contained holiday units in East Devonport with ocean views, and dogs are welcome across the studio, two-bedroom and four-bedroom options. It suits owners who want their own space near the water, whether that is a coastal break or an overnight stop either side of the Spirit of Tasmania sailing, which leaves from the terminal a few minutes away.

Dogs at Alice Beside The Sea

Dogs of any size are allowed across the unit range, typically up to two or more pets, and service animals are exempt from fees. A per-pet nightly fee applies, though listings disagree on the amount: some list around AU$10 per pet per night, others up to AU$30, and the four-bedroom holiday house has been listed with no pet fee at all. Fees have also changed between platforms, so confirm the exact charge and the number of dogs allowed for your specific unit when you book rather than trusting any single listing.

Cats have been accepted on some bookings by prior arrangement, but treat that as a case-by-case ask rather than a policy.

The vibe

Reviewers consistently mention neat, well-kept units, ocean views, a lovely host and value for money. The units are self-contained with laundry facilities, which matters on a trip with a sandy dog, and having a whole unit rather than a single hotel room gives a dog room to settle. It is quiet, practical accommodation rather than a resort, and the sea at the back door is the real amenity.

Getting there and parking

The units sit right by the water in East Devonport, on the eastern side of the Mersey River. Off the Spirit of Tasmania it is a short drive from the terminal, which makes it one of the easier first or last nights on a Tasmanian road trip with a dog aboard.

While you're out there

Devonport City Council designates the East Devonport foreshore from Wright Street east toward Pardoe Beach as an off-leash zone under effective control, with access points at Wright, Tarleton and North Caroline streets and Tea Tree Lane; the foreshore walking track itself stays on-lead. Shipwreck Beach at the end of Wheeler Street is another off-leash stretch. The Devonport Dog Park offers a dedicated fenced space, and Lumen Coffee Lounge is a local coffee stop. Alternative local stays include Abel Tasman Caravan Park and East Devonport Holiday Village, and more options are on the Tasmania stays page.