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Launceston Backpackers - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Launceston with free parking

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Stunning building exterior with a welcoming entrance and office sign.
Fully equipped kitchen with sink, refrigerator, and stainless steel countertops.
Guests can play the piano in this room, which features a simple layout and a comfortable stool for seating.
Traditional architecture meets welcoming charm at this historic building.
Staircase-lined corridor with a door at the end, flanked by framed pictures and wooden beams.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$59
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

Explore the area

Map
103 Canning Street Street, Launceston, TAS, 7250
  • Brisbane Street Mall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cataract Gorge
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • University of Tasmania Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Launceston, TAS (LST)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Single room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Room (Standard Double Room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Mixed dormitory - 2 pax occupancy)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Male dormitory - 2 pax occupancy)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 12
  • 6 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Private Twin room)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Female dormitory - 2 pax occupancy)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 15
  • 6 Single Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Ensuite Double Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

About the area

Launceston

At Launceston Backpackers - Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Launceston College and Royal Park. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers a garden, tour/ticket assistance and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Launceston CBD hostel include Brisbane Street Mall and Cataract Gorge Reserve.
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What's nearby

  • Royal Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Brisbane Street Mall - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • City Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cataract Gorge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Tasmania Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • East Tamar Junction Station - 7 min drive
  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Morty's Food Hall - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Thai Express - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bread & Butter - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mood Foods - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizzakom - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Launceston Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel in Launceston with free parking
As a guest of Launceston Backpackers - Hostel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Launceston hostel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Launceston Backpackers - Hostel offers 30 accommodations. This Launceston hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen.

Languages

English, Italian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 1.50 per hour)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
From mid-May to November, this hotel’s reception is open daily from 8 AM to 11 AM and from 3 PM to 8 PM.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Bed sheets fee: AUD 2.5

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 1.50 per hour (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

Property is also known as

Launceston Backpackers Hostel
Launceston Backpackers
Launceston Backpackers - Hostel Launceston
Launceston Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

Launceston Backpackers - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel on 12 Aug 2025 start from AU$58.51, including 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.

Is parking available at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

Yep, Launceston Backpackers - Hostel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

No, Launceston Backpackers - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Launceston Backpackers - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Launceston Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 77 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 163 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Susanne

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Was okay, the building is a little run down and rustic and it felt cold, the kitchen was dirty. But the showers were hot, people were friendly, most of them working in construction/ factories/ farms. I felt overall safe and okay! :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Cathy

Check-in service was excellent with a very professional manager. He arranged for a very safe location for my bike, made sure I had everything I needed. The hostel is opposite a park and seemed perfectly safe at night, and a quick stroll to restaurants. The stay itself was probably what you’d expect at a backpackers - pretty dire. Two hours of sleep between when the partying outside my room finished at 230 AM and the 430 AM commencement of people making breakfast in the kitchen next door. Showers are dilapidated and not the greatest cleanliness. All this said, if you want a place to meet people and party and a really cheap rate per night, this is the place for you. Noise and party levels will depend on guests and on how booked out the place is.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

dave

Disliked: Staff & service
I liked that it wqs close to,supermarkets. Beds comfortable. Kitchen huge but needs a facelift. Cupboard are grungy. Dining room is,huge which is a plus. Its a,requirement to call ahead to arrange check in. I rang about 5 times left messages and did not get a return call or an apology when i explained it. Very frustrating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

Trisha

Disliked: Staff & service
Impossible to check in. Showed up before end of office hours (which is very different to the hours listed on Expedia), nobody in the office, nobody to check me in, stumbled across managed by chance after 40 minutes who shut his door in my face saying he wasn’t working , and found me again later on to let me in. No other backpackers staying here, mainly pensioners or drunk 14 year olds. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

CATRIONA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A case of you get what you pay for!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

PHILLIP, MIAMI

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Kate

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The people - staff and other guests - were fantastic. Bed were really small no bed sheets provided only one blanket and pillow. Mattress is thin. The amenities are old and the showers are dark. There is constant hair on the floor of the shower and the bedrooms. The kitchens don’t have a freezer and the fridges are always full and dishes consistently left out. Floors are squeaky so you can hear people walking about all night. Very limited parking on site for the number of guests and street parking only after 5pm
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have completed the likes. Only one small negative. My friend, who I came from Qld to visit in Burnie, drove to Launceston on the 13 to stay overnight with me. When she called to book, "the inn was full"! It would have been great to know that my single room had two beds in it. I only stayed overnight and have no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Man Yee

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Found out Birds poo and dirt on beds ( ensuite). Also found out one of the light keep flashing in the evening.there’s no one in the reception , so we called the staff and he said the technician will only come tomorrow morning. But I would already check out tomorrow morning, that’s no point. And I asked for room changing, he said the manager refused it. I requested him to take out the light tube if he can’t change it and also changed the quilt cover for me at least. But he just a spray and cloth to wipe it . I asked if u can just give me a cleaned quilt cover, I can even change it by myself. And he said he didn’t have any spare. So u can imagine the hygiene here. If u have some basic expectations abt cleanliness. I don’t recommend this backpackers. Even for a backpacker standard!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Excellent value

We had a room with ensuite which was quite large and bright. Very clean and great water pressure in the shower. We used the shared kitchen and dining facilities which were also very clean and had sanitiser and spray available. There are a few on-site parking spots and the gate is locked at night. It is across the road from a small park. An easy walk to a good Chinese restaurant that has takeaway but you can also walk to Coles supermarket. Just a few kilometres to First Basin at Cataract Gorge.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, secure, comfortable room, helpful staff. I had a pleasant stay at this well-run backpackers.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Kitchen good size and clean. Nice laundry facilities. Bedding should be included in the price of the dorm room considering the price. Bathrooms not very clean. On check in would be nice for an explanation of where things are like kitchen, bathrooms etc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great. Kitchen was clean and well organized. Room was nice but needed more seating in the lounge.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, welcoming staff. The property is central, is clean and basic.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Nakeelen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Launceston

Impossible to sleep during the 3 nights we stayed , with guests banging doors and playing loud music all night, despite clear rules. Amenities and location were satisfactory, apart from the lack of air con or ceiling fan in the double room which was sun facing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

maria a

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great looking and well kept historic building. Matt on reception was really helpful each time and did some looking for us to get onto a local wine tour the next day at short notice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the friendly people and made heaps of friends
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint about the place was that the bedroom was a bit on the cold side. I had a single room with a double bed, and it would have been fine except that Tassie in the winter is a bit cold, even in Launceston, and a bit of a heater both in the bedroom and in the bath would have gone a long way towards making the place more comfortable. Other than that it was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019