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Steam Packet Hotel

Location Cnr Aitken & Cole Streets,, WILLIAMSTOWN VIC 3016 - Property No B0246 File Number B0246 Level Local

[1/1] B0246 Steam Packet Hotel

Statement of Significance

The Steam Packet Hotel is a two storied hotel built in 1863 to replace an earlier structure. The Steam Packet Hotel was first opened in the mid 1850s, but its licence originates from 1839.
Constructed on a stone plinth, the stuccoed structure has a string course and parapet with cornices. Other distinctive features include the angled corner, window and door frames and the prominent chimneys.
The Steam Packet Hotel is an important element of the historic townscape of Williamstown, has historical associations and is architecturally notable as a representative example of a hotel of the period. It has always been one of the leading hotels in the city and has particular links with the thriving nineteenth century Port of Williamstown. Architecturally the hotel is in the Conservative classical style and is notable for its detailing.
The Steam Packet Hotel is in fair to good condition and is reasonably intact externally.
Classified: 17/07/1958