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The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Lounge
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (7 King Single beds Female) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
138 Collins Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000
  • Hobart Town Hall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Franklin Square
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Female Only Dorm) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Female Only Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Single Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (7 King Single beds Female) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (7 King Single beds Female)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Twin Beds

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3 Single Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Single Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

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8 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

8 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (3 Single Beds in a Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (3 Single Beds in a Room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Single Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Single Room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Doorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Doorm) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Doorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bed Mixed Dorm) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Queen Room)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Queen Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Share Room) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Share Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

One Bed in Standard 3 Beds Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 3 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bunk Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Share Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 7 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4 Single Beds Mixed Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Single Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Bed in 4 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bed in Triple Room with 3 king Single Size Beds

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

Hostel in Hobart Central Business District
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, an arcade/game room, tour/ticket assistance, and a lobby fireplace are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel offers 100 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.
The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel features an arcade/game room, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Hobart hostel also offers a fireplace in the lobby, laundry facilities, and an ATM.

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 PM
Late check-in fee: AUD 40 for check-in between midnight and 9:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests, including children, are required to present a valid government-issued ID card at check-in.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: AUD 40 for check-in between midnight and 9:30 AM
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

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The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 266 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Suraj

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
I found the stairs difficult also the hot water in first floor ladies was dodgey
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, if you're staying in the winter, ask them to turn on the heater before you check in, as it takes a long time to warm up the room. John, the long-term resident, is really great and helpful—he makes everyone feel at home. Thanks, John!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huihua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
櫃檯人員解說的很清楚，房間與廚房也張貼很多使用規則！ 需要自行準備沐浴用品與毛巾 也可以花費租用毛巾，免費使用吹風機，轉接頭，熨斗（各需押金20） 廚房非常大，六個冰箱，搭儲藏櫃 廚房浴室每天中午11-12點會整理！很乾淨！若不乾淨是後面使用人的習慣問題 這旅館地點好，價格也合理
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Shared bathroom was always very clean, kitchen was useful, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Great location, just had a bit of trouble getting them to send through details for late check in and the shower I used didn't heat up, but another one did.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Shae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the cheap price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gail

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Value for money and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stopover
Stayed another night on top of original stay as the beds were comfortable, staff friendly and attentive. Lawrence on reception was informative and polite. Wash rooms cleaned daily, piano in lounge with table tennis and pool tables as well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ayaka

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Georgia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sketchy - forfeited my prepaid booking. I wouldn’t advise this is a safe place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable beds!! Good budget accommodation with central convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for money but very basic. Clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Gail

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was woken continuously throughout the night by girls in my area and two were sleeping in one bed. I found a man passed out and asleep on a landing, who had spilt a can of alcohol on the carpet. I was quite disappointed with clientele last night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff, location, price and convenient is good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the most disgusting and poorly managed hostel I've ever experienced. The bathrooms looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 20 years - mildew, grime, and hair all over the floor and walls. Same with the rugs and floors. The kitchen is absolute chaos. Management is completely unresponsive and uncaring.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Maisie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Ed

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Han

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reviews older than 6months are very much out of date. Rooms are clean, bathrooms freshly remodelled and overall it's a quiet building. Location is its best quality and there is no elevator so zero accessibility options.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Highlights of my stay were the showers that never run hot (or warm even), stained sheets, a kitchen that never opens, and carpet littered with toenails.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy after hour check in,Room was neat,tidy and clean.Shared kitchen and bathroom were cleaner than expected which is a great credit. Plenty of modern appliances within kitchen too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023