The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

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Close to Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place, The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel provides an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is ₩90,559
₩99,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hobart Central Business District, a neighborhood in Hobart, The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel is near a metro station and by the sea. Lark Distillery and Mona Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Salamanca Market and Brooke Street Pier. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery and Maritime Museum of Tasmania are also worth visiting. Visit our Hobart travel guide
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138 Collins Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000

What's nearby

  • A busy outdoor market with various stalls selling books and other items.
    Salamanca Place
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A crowded outdoor market with various stalls and tents.
    Salamanca Market
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A coastal cityscape with a marina, buildings, and a mountain in the background.
    Constitution Dock
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Brooke Street Pier
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Franklin Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station
    14 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zimmah Coffee City
    3 min walk
  • Tesoro
    2 min walk
  • Crowne Plaza Club Lounge
    3 min walk
  • Berta
    4 min walk
  • Core Restaurant & Bar
    3 min walk

About this property

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

  • Hostel near Salamanca Market
  • Close to Salamanca Place, The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel provides an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hostel include:
    • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
    • A TV in the lobby, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
    • A billiards/pool table
  • Room features
  • All 100 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • 6 bathrooms with rainfall showers
    • Communal kitchens and weekly housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel on Oct 26, 2026 start from ₩90,559, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 PM. Late check-in is available from midnight– 9:30 AM for a fee of AUD 40.

What time is check-out at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel located?

Located in Hobart Central Business District, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of The Cat & Fiddle Arcade, Salamanca Market, and Salamanca Place. Hobart Town Hall and Franklin Square are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Reviews

6.6

6.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.0

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 288 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price and the proximity to Hobart cbd this hotel is overall good. I stayed in a private single room. The room came with a heater, a lockable tall locker with shelves, a set of clothes draws (4 draws), a desk and chair, a bedside table and a laundry basket. I found the amenities very helpful. The bed was really comfortable and pre made. The reception set up only being open for a few hours is unusual, but it was fine, if you can’t check in those hours there’s key lock boxes they will leave your key in. It was quite difficult getting up the stairs with a suitcase, but I managed. The walls and doors are a bit thin, could hear noise from outside, the stairs and people talking while passing but this stopped by midnight. The bathrooms were always spotless and very nice hot showers (just need to leave the water running for a while, hot is turn left!) the kitchen was always tidy. Good amount of utensils. Huge panty. Plenty of fridge space. Friendly guests. My room only had two plug sockets quite close to the ground, so I bought an extension from target 2 min walk away. 3 washing machines and 3 dryers on level 1 and level 3. Great cafe downstairs. (Dandy Lane) Also many other great restaurants and cafes nearby. Night entrance is well signposted, it’s well lit and the door auto closes. Would be good if the heaters were replaced with oil radiators as less noisy and heat is steady.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Easy check in, friendly staff, no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Amenities
The building is old but it's good to have a good stay for 1-2 nights in hobart, the location is strategic, right in the center of hobart cbd, and affordable as well. Good place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very close to all areas around hobart, kind staff, very clean amenities, not busy. higly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

It's convenient restaurants and transport
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very comfortable beds!! Good budget accommodation with central convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice single room, good facilities. Nice backpackers .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Old building but still clean and has clear instruction to check in and use amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for the cheap price
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Value for money and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for money but very basic. Clean and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

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
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2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was told to book on the sunday and come at 12pm there was a bed in a dormitory for me. I arrive to the guy who was suppose to be in reception outside smoking. I called the mobile number it was the same guy who was outside smoking, he came in and said to me we do not take bookings Sundays after telling me on the phone to book and come. I wasted money on ubers because he wouldn't give me my bed that I had paid for. Absolutely terrible service. He couldn't care less.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient and lovely place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very pleasant no frills accomodation option in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above. Will return for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location; bathrooms were clean; private room was very large with a comfortable bed; quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff, location, price and convenient is good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything very accessible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to booking and going to anywhere
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet. Views. Common room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great stay for people on a budget! Note: Ladies showers downstairs are cold water only - Use the showers upstairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025