[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Travelers gather around the lobby fireplace at this lively Hobart hostel, where arcade games entertain and Salamanca Market adventures await just steps away. ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/e007e9dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/c65b2886.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/c91a9a43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (7 King Single beds Female)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/37b3e8ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/16714a86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 6.6 ## Popular amenities - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 1 - Oct. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 2 - Oct. 3](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-02&endDate=2025-10-03&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=9628145&PinnedHotelID=9628145&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - 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Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/3dac08c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Doorm)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/63f0c9e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Doorm) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bed Mixed Dorm)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/4b6af004.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (3 Bed Mixed Dorm) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (3 Single Beds in a Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/ed2436bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (3 Single Beds in a Room) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Single Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/dd05d92e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Single Room) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/89cefa8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/063643af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Share Room)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/d1930f25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Twin Share Room) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/9c4f41bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Queen Room) ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![6 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/8878a82c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 6 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Bunk Beds ![8 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/09169c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 8 Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![3 Single Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/276030e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 3 Single Bed Female Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Heating Club Lounge - Sleeps 1 - 3 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/40da82ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 7 Single Beds Female Dormitory - Sleeps 1 ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628200/9628145/11b02fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory - 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[Visit our Hobart travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Hobart.dx6052485) [View more Hostels in Hobart](https://www.expedia.ca/Hobart-Hostels.d6052485-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-42.88298%2C147.32777&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HgvRS-1Q_izU9NW3eKSyStqEi9Q=) 138 Collins Street, Hobart, TAS, 7000 ### What's nearby - 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 - Hobart Cruise Terminal - 14 min walk - 1.2 km ### Getting around - Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 14 min drive - Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Core Restaurant - ‬4 min walk - ‪Tesoro - ‬2 min walk - ‪Ja & Jon Banh Mi - ‬2 min walk - ‪Liv-Eat - ‬3 min walk - ‪Hudsons Coffee - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Hostel near Salamanca Market Near Constitution Dock 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. Other perks at this hostel include: - Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and a billiards/pool table - A TV in the lobby, ATM/banking services, and multilingual staff - Luggage storage Room features All 100 rooms have amenities such as free WiFi. 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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 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 does it cost to stay at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel? > As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel on Oct 9, 2025 start from CA $63.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Hobart-Hotels-The-Backpackers-Imperial-Hotel-Hostel.h9628145.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel? > 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, Constitution Dock, and Salamanca Market. St. David's Cathedral and Hobart Town Hall are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel Reviews 6.6 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.6 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ### 7.0 Staff & service ### 6.2 Eco-friendliness ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 97 6 - Okay 78 4 - Poor 36 2 - Terrible 29 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natália Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities very close to all areas around hobart, kind staff, very clean amenities, not busy. higly recommended. ##### Natália Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Bryan Brunovich Sep 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Pretty clean and nice older building but my room was freezing ##### Bryan Brunovich Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Agnieszka Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice single room, good facilities. Nice backpackers . ##### Agnieszka Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Xavier Mexpal V Feb 9, 2025 It's convenient restaurants and transport ##### Xavier Mexpal V Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James Jan 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very close to everything very accessible ##### James Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Great stay for people on a budget! Note: Ladies showers downstairs are cold water only - Use the showers upstairs. ##### Sarah Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aine de Feb 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A very pleasant no frills accomodation option in a great location. ##### Aine de Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Convenient location; bathrooms were clean; private room was very large with a comfortable bed; quiet ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jai Feb 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Staff, location, price and convenient is good ##### Jai Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pio Jan 3, 2025 good for money and convinient ##### Pio Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Wei Fan Jan 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Easy to booking and going to anywhere ##### Wei Fan Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Shae Jul 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good value for the cheap price ##### Shae Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Graeme Feb 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Too few toilet facilities ##### Graeme Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 16, 2024 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### David Feb 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Value for money but very basic. Clean and convenient. ##### David Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Hannah Jul 8, 2024 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. ##### Hannah Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kaye Jan 2, 2023 Liked: Staff & service It was a clean room for the night and much appreciated ##### Kaye ### 2/10 Terrible #### Bryan Jan 11, 2025 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 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2EA19E212B3465734B4B70B0EEE7B95F9B0B5EED1736558658540.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Bryan Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Muhammad Dec 18, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities See above ##### Muhammad Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities On average stay. the place looks nice in the morning and looks shady in the afternoon. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Han Jun 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Awesome ##### Han Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hussein Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall, if you're staying in the winter, ask them to turn on the heater before you check in, as it takes a long time to warm up the room. John, the long-term resident, is really great and helpful—he makes everyone feel at home. Thanks, John! ##### Hussein Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kate Sep 12, 2024 Liked: Staff & service I found the stairs difficult also the hot water in first floor ladies was dodgey ##### Kate Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 4/10 Poor #### Shannon May 8, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Highlights of my stay were the showers that never run hot (or warm even), stained sheets, a kitchen that never opens, and carpet littered with toenails. ##### Shannon Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Tracey Mar 4, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sketchy - forfeited my prepaid booking. 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