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The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Hobart, 9-minute walk to Salamanca Market

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The Backpackers Imperial Hotel in downtown Hobart's business district offers travelers a welcoming base near historic Salamanca Place. Guests can enjoy the arcade room, do laundry, and connect with free in-room WiFi while relaxing by the warm lobby fireplace.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • 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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 7 Twin Beds

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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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • 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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin 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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • 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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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)

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk 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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk 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

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Heating
Club Lounge
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 7 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8 Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Bed in 4 Single Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Share Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 4 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 3 Single Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

One Bed in Triple Room with 3 king Single Size Beds

  • Sleeps 1

One Bed in Standard 3 Beds Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

Triple-Bunk Bed Style

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Map
138 Collins Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000

What's nearby

  • Hobart Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Franklin Wharf - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Constitution Dock - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Salamanca Market - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Salamanca Place - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Core Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tesoro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ja & Jon Banh Mi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Liv-Eat - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kinoko Deli - ‬2 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:
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services
Room features
All 100 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and weekly housekeeping

Similar properties

Exterior
YHA Hobart Central
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 114 reviews
The price is NT$1,868
NT$2,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - 2026/1/12
YHA Hobart Central

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
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

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

Property is also known as

Backpackers Imperial Hotel Hostel Hobart
Backpackers Imperial Hobart
Backpackers Imperial
The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Hobart

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 10-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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The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 283 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

2/10 Terrible

Carl

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hostel is in an old industry building, tired, lifeless and run down. disgusting bathrooms, lurkwarm showers, kitchen untencil containers - when was the last time they were cleaned out? we choose to get takeaway or dine out. reception closed from 3:30pm, weird shituation that you had to use a back down outside of said hours.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex

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

8/10 Good

Joceline

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

10/10 Excellent

Natália

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

6/10 Okay

Bryan Brunovich

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

8/10 Good

Joceline

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

8/10 Good

Agnieszka

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

8/10 Good

Xavier Mexpal V

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

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

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

10/10 Excellent

James

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

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Aine de

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Sandra

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

6/10 Okay

Pio

good for money and convinient
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wei Fan

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

8/10 Good

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Too few toilet facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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

Dianne

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

8/10 Good

Gail

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

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst place in Hobart

Worst hotel in Hobart - loud and noisy including the caretaker outside room. The halls are dirty, furniture is old, and plenty of smoke wafting into room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

David

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