It is situated on the university's Newnham campus, Launceston, Australia.
The residence is named after Irene Kerslake MA, a former lecturer at the Tasmanian College of Advanced Education and women's rights campaigner.
Kerslake Hall is open to members of the public during university holidays, such as tourists and conference groups.
Kerslake Hall was opened in the early 1970s on the site of the Tasmanian College of Advanced Education, which evolved into the Tasmanian Institute of Technology before becoming part of the University of Tasmania in 1990.
Saltz Restaurant Cafe was opened on campus in 2009 to offer optional catering for residents.