Dark Stories Unfold

When the sun sets, the shadows of Hobart awaken. Stay at MACq 01 and experience Dark Mofo through a storyteller’s lens — where history, mystery and indulgence intertwine.

Here, every flicker of candlelight and whisper of wind carries the weight of the past. By day, immerse yourself in Hobart’s vibrant waterfront, but when night falls, embrace the enigma of the unknown. From exclusive access to festival highlights, to secret encounters with local legends, your stay at MACq 01 is a story waiting to be told.

 

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Secrets Beneath the Surface

Grave Matters* – A walking tour of murder, mayhem, & mystery born of the Dark Mofo spirit. The night will begin at The Story Bar at 5:00 p.m. — sip, listen, and follow the thread of darker tales woven through the corridors of MACq 01, the chill of Hunter Street, and finally in the bowels of the Henry Jones Art Hotel.

* Grave Matters departs daily at 5:00pm from the MACq01 reception during Dark Mofo 5-15 June. Complimentary for in-house guests of MACq01 and The Henry Jones Art Hotel, $35 for non-guests. Numbers limited. Book online or by calling reception at either hotel to secure your spot.

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Dark Delights

Concierge Secrets – Our curated map (provided in-room or upon check-in) of festival venues and highlights ensures you don’t take a wrong turn or miss a moment of the madness.

Winter Feast Access – Stay Thursday to Saturday and gain exclusive access to tickets that can be purchased ($20) on the day to one of the most sought-after Dark Mofo venues. Ask our team at reception to purchase your ticket or to find out more.

Quasi atop a roof – Just moments from MACq 01, get an uninterrupted view of this towering, monstrous fusion of artist and appendage.

Stay midweek and uncover the festival’s dark heart—before the weekend masses arrive.

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