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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

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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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 city street with buildings, cars, and a mountain in the background.
    Salamanca Place
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A busy outdoor market with various stalls and people walking around.
    Salamanca Market
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A harbor with boats docked, a mountain in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.
    Constitution Dock
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brooke Street Pier
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Franklin Wharf
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

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
  • Berta
    4 min walk
  • Core Restaurant & Bar
    3 min walk
  • Yellow Bernard
    1 min walk

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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
  • Table tennis
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 detached shared bathrooms
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 smoke detector, 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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. St. David's Cathedral and Hobart Town Hall are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Reviews

6.8

6.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Easy check in, friendly staff, no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

It's convenient restaurants and transport
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice single room, good facilities. Nice backpackers .
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

8/10 Good

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to everything very accessible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet. Views. Common room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pretty clean and nice older building but my room was freezing
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Imperial is in a great location right in centre of Hobart. Easy walk to constitution dock. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023