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About Hobart Hostels

There are a number of Hobart hostels for you to choose from for your trip to Tasmania. Tasmania is known for its colorful, friendly personality and tends to be on the liberal side politically. The mainland often pokes fun at Tasmania, or “Tassie”, but there is no denying its beauty. To keep it pristine, no fruits, plants, or other types of agriculture product can be brought into the state, including from mainland Australia.

The best way to explore Tasmania is with a car but bus transport and tours are also available. You can inquire about tours at your Hobart hostel.

Hobart is the largest city in Tasmania and the second oldest city in Australia. It is towards the southern end of the island along the coast. The weather tends to be a bit cooler than the mainland and can change quickly from warm to cold to raining. The CBD is small but has most popular shops and department stores. However, because Hobart is so small, businesses tend to shut down around 5 PM.

Salamanca Place is the heart of the city and can easily be recognized by its cobblestone streets and historic brick architecture. Every Saturday, the famous Salamanca Market offers many unique gifts, tasty foods, and performances by local buskers. Tasmania is known for having the best fudge, cheese, and seafood in Australia. Many great samples can be found at the market with passionate locals more than willing to tell its history. Be sure to also make sometime to take a river cruise down to the Cadbury Chocolate Factory and/or a tour of the Cascade Brewery.

A variety of Hobart hostels are available to choose from and are mostly located within the city.

Other Nearby Cities

• Huonville (28 Km / 17 mi.)
• Cradoc (30 Km / 19 mi.)
• Bruny Island (41 Km / 25 mi.)
• Geeveston (43 Km / 27 mi.)
• Port Arthur (49 Km / 30 mi.)
• Eaglehawk Neck (51 Km / 32 mi.)

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Hostels

Pickled Frog Backpackers

77%

"I had two stays here in October 04. I had a great time here. The common area and bar were very pleasant (nice log fire) and the staff are very friendly and helpful, providing typical Tasmanian good hospitality. I found it homey coming back from exploring the south of the island. You can park your car around the back which was very handy and it's only a very short walk to the centre of Hobart and the harbour. The only drawback is that it's a bit far from the supermarket but I think that's the common problem for most of the other hostels so... more »

Hobart Hostel

75%

"Good, Clean place to stay - Good location, clean rooms/showers, good atmosphere. Internet was slow and the browser was no good. Night manager not so good, she took control of shared TV most of the time and lacked the ability to communicate with people. Day staff really helpful." … "Good hostel with very nice bathrooms en clean rooms (which are pretty small). Decent kitchen, enough internet computers and a relaxed atmosphere." … "Dirty - I stayed here in february. It was a great hostel for meeting people, but thats the only good... more »

Tassie Backpacker at The Brunswick Hotel

75%

"… Backpackers courtyard! A great way to meet fellow travellers and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of our beautiful city! If for some reason you stay elsewhere (we can't imagine any reason why you would), come visit us on Fridays, entry with passport or interstate ID! Our friendly and knowledgeable staff have all the inside info on ways to travel around our beautiful Island of Tasmania, with reception/ tour desk open from 9am to 9pm 7 days with staff on hand 24 hours a day. Centrally located near one end of the Elizabeth st shopping... more »

Transit Backpackers

68%

"Clinical with slot machines everywhere. Bad vibe. - The staff seemed to be running scared of the owner here, whose just a disconnected bogan trying to fleece guests at every angle. Kitchen inadequate with only 1 sink for over 100 guests, slot machines everywhere. Stupid rules that change with the wind, staff robotic. Not nice here." … "… honest advice whilst you explore the many attractions in and around Hobart and Tasmania. Transit Backpackers hostel provides a comfortable, clean backpacker accommodation with twin, double and a... more »

Central City Backpackers - Hobart

75%

"The security code changed twice while I was there! I was in an all-girls dorm, and felt totally safe. There is a manager living there, and he was always available. He walked us down to the bakery in Salamanca in our PJ's at 1.00am! All the staff were very friendly. I recomend it totally." … "Great staff, wonderful people - i recommend it to all genuine travelers and backpackers. it's not the number of stars that count, it's a friendly environment with some friendly and helpful staff." … "My boyfriend and I stayed here on a... more »

Allports Hostel

90%

North Hobart

"This place is clean and friendly with helpful, knowledgeable staff. It was my best stay in Oz." … "The hostel is clean, tidy and has many facilities like a pool table and a roomy common area. Staff are helpful and friendly. Great hostel!" … "This is one of the best hostels we've stayed at. It's clean, friendly, and has a really good relaxed atmosphere. The dorms are light and breezy, the kitchen was always clean and the lounge area was comfortable. Although the hostel isn't right smack bang in the middle of things it only takes... more »

New Sydney Hotel & Backpacker Inn

84%

"Fantastic, place and location. Great staff with the right attitude. Cool bar down stairs with live music. The food downstairs was also fantastic- huge and delicious. The room was cosy, spotless and practical. We had a great stay here for a very reasonable price. Will definitely be back." … 87 Bathurst Street … Hobart, Australia more »

HI - Hobart - Montgomery's YHA Backpackers Hostel

71%

"Centrally located, comfortable with clean bathrooms, kitchen and fridges. It has all one looks for in a hostel. The only draw backs - cost of internet at $10 an hour (internet cafe two blocks away is $5 an hour), no one was able to tell me how much the public phone cost to make a phone call, and the staff, though friendly, were not particularly helpful. I was not booked on the tour which I had requested. Still I highly recommend the place." … "This is a nice hostel three minutes walk from the mall. As mentioned before, there isn't a... more »

HI - Hobart - Adelphi Court YHA Hostel

68%

New Town

"Lovely and friendly staff, good layout of rooms. Decor is very sixties and the lighting in our room twelve was absolutely shocking, but at least it had a reading lamp. Clean, organised and quiet, what more could one ask for?" … "We had a very friendly stay here. the staff were excellent and the kitchen was lovely and clean. some of the amenities could do with a bit of TLC like the laundry room and the TV was out of order. but overall a pleasant place to put down your head for a night or two." … "… Street, alight bus stop... more »

Narrara Backpackers

62%

"Great hospitality and cosy atmosphere - Stayed at Narrara overnight, in summary was very impressed by the owner Mo's kind hospitality. He assisted us in every possible way he could and more. Rooms were large and cosy, kitchen had everything we needed to cook ourselves late snacks. I recommend staying here, as new management sure know what they are doing." … "Small, friendly place Mo is very polite, friendly, and efficient owner - I had a look at the different hostels in Hobart, and from what I saw Narrara is really the best one. It... more »

Hollydene Lodge

55%

"Excellent basic accommodation and location. It has a great kitchen and facilities, but be prepared to share with resident students." … "We booked three nights here about two weeks ago (September 2005). We stayed ONE night. We had to wait for a key to the room until 2:30 a.m. The plumbing was noisy, the rooms were filthy, and the whole place stunk. Do not stay at Hollydene; it will ruin your holiday." … "The Hollydean Lodge has seen better days. It is basically clean but is very old fashioned and in need of renovation which... more »

Brunswick Hotel

Not Yet Rated

"… welcome and friendly service for travellers from all around the world. In the heart of the city, and five minutes walking distance you will find Hobart's docks with numerous pubs, cafes and restaurants serving fresh seafood. Our guests can go sailing or take a day cruise to Port Arthur Historic site or the Cadbury Chocolate Factory. Another five minutes walking and you will find the famous Salamanca Markets. You can ask at reception about the many local tours and activities including diving, abseiling and three to seven day tours... more »

Waterfront Lodge

Not Yet Rated

New Town Bay

"very peacefull location each room has a kitchenet microwave no cook tops we supply sheets and doonahs off street parking" … "Five minutes north of cbd by car 20 mins from airport." … 153 Risdon Road … Hobart, Australia more »

Hobart Travel Tips & Suggestions

Hobart is a happening place, with old buildings, tourists, and locals. It has the usual city feel to it, and is lovely to walk around in. Salamanca place is a must. Hiding behind other buildings this is an outdoor area with restaurants and some shops and a big pond. On Friday nights there is the live music by locals in another hidden away courtyard. Here they start early (at about 4 p.m. to about 7:30 p.m.) and they sell some drinks, while you can listen to the local band and even enjoy dancing on the dancing floor if you like. — Anonymous