Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request, and additional fees may apply.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the heart of Hobart, within a 10-minute walk of Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place. It is 2.1 miles from Wrest Point Casino and 0.2 miles from Hobart Town Hall.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

Backpackers Imperial Hotel in Hobart

Average nightly price at Backpackers Imperial Hotel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$68
February	$56
March	$78
April	$71
May	$57
June	$28
July	$57
August	$60
September	$58
October	$46
November	$45
December	$58

What guests think

Backpackers Imperial Hotel is a budget, centrally located hostel in Hobart's CBD with simple rooms and shared facilities; reviews highlight good value and walkability but also an older building and occasional noise.

Cleanliness feedback is inconsistent, ranging from very clean rooms to reports of dirty floors and grimy shared bathrooms. The communal kitchen is repeatedly described as useful, while shared showers can have unreliable hot water, and there is no elevator so stairs are required. Reception hours are limited and late check-ins may need advance coordination, though some guests praise helpful staff. Overall, it suits budget travelers prioritizing price and location over polish.

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Facilities

Facilities are basic but functional: a communal kitchen is repeatedly described as useful, while shared showers sometimes lack reliable hot water, and there is no elevator so stairs can be difficult.

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10

Huihua

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

櫃檯人員解說的很清楚，房間與廚房也張貼很多使用規則！需要自行準備沐浴用品與毛巾也可以花費租用毛巾，免費使用吹風機，轉接頭，熨斗（各需押金20）廚房非常大，六個冰箱，搭儲藏櫃廚房浴室每天中午11-12點會整理！很乾淨！若不乾淨是後面使用人的習慣問題這旅館地點好，價格也合理

8

Sarah

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great stay for people on a budget! Note: Ladies showers downstairs are cold water only - Use the showers upstairs.

10

Tamara

Mar 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy after hour check in,Room was neat,tidy and clean.Shared kitchen and bathroom were cleaner than expected which is a great credit. Plenty of modern appliances within kitchen too

6

Erik

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Ein deutlicher Hinweis, dass der Check-In um halb drei schließt, wäre wünschenswert. Das Einzelzimmer war sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Die Gemeinschaftsdusche auch. Handtücher gab es keine, und WLAN auch nicht. Nächstes Mal ist mir Hobart etwas mehr Komfort wert.

6

Victoria

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Den personal vi hade att göra med var fantastisk. Städning på rummet var okej, kök och badrum mindre bra. Mycket kändes gammalt och slitet, men bra ytor i köket. Helt okej boende!

10

Trindy

Jun 15, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Reviews older than 6months are very much out of date. Rooms are clean, bathrooms freshly remodelled and overall it's a quiet building. Location is its best quality and there is no elevator so zero accessibility options.

8

Hannah

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

8

Kate

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

I found the stairs difficult also the hot water in first floor ladies was dodgey

4

Hadas

Jan 9, 2023

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Stayed 19,366 nights

The hostel is in great location but it is not clean, the showers were never cleaned and very little hot water.there is no lift wven thought there are 3 levels, check in time is only between 1-2.30 PM.

8

Graeme

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Too few toilet facilities

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness feedback is inconsistent, ranging from very clean rooms and tidy shared areas to reports of filthy bathrooms, dirty carpets, and grimy floors.

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10

Huihua

Jul 21, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

櫃檯人員解說的很清楚，房間與廚房也張貼很多使用規則！需要自行準備沐浴用品與毛巾也可以花費租用毛巾，免費使用吹風機，轉接頭，熨斗（各需押金20）廚房非常大，六個冰箱，搭儲藏櫃廚房浴室每天中午11-12點會整理！很乾淨！若不乾淨是後面使用人的習慣問題這旅館地點好，價格也合理

2

Stephen

Mar 14, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

This place needs a serious cleaning. The floors and carpets were disgusting. I would never go barefoot in this place, especially the bathrooms.

8

Gail

May 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money and clean

8

David

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money but very basic. Clean and convenient.

2

Laura

Jan 26, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

This was the most disgusting and poorly managed hostel I've ever experienced. The bathrooms looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 20 years - mildew, grime, and hair all over the floor and walls. Same with the rugs and floors. The kitchen is absolute chaos. Management is completely unresponsive and uncaring.

6

Victoria

Oct 11, 2024

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Stayed 7 nights

Den personal vi hade att göra med var fantastisk. Städning på rummet var okej, kök och badrum mindre bra. Mycket kändes gammalt och slitet, men bra ytor i köket. Helt okej boende!

8

Kaye

Jan 2, 2023

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Stayed 19,358 nights

It was a clean room for the night and much appreciated

8

Hannah

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

6

LEE

Feb 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

별로구요 깔끔했으면해요

8

Joceline

Jul 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Old building but still clean and has clear instruction to check in and use amenities

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Rooms

Rooms are basic and dated, with some comfortable beds but limited amenities; guests note weak heating or cooling, bright external light through thin curtains, and occasional noise.

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Bryan

Jan 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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

8

Russell

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent value for money. Being able to get a private room for under $100 is something let alone $65 (cash). Definitely would consider using it again. Window did not have flywire which wasn't too much of a biggie. No cooling. Leaving the door ajar caused a terrific breeze. Night exit was immediately under window and one night there was revelry until 1 am under the window.

6

Hussein

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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!

2

Benjamin

Jan 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 108, brightest light from the carpark next door shining through all night. Two curtains would be helpful as opposed to one that doesn't quite cover the window. Room was still being cleaned when we arrived, was hoping to drop our luggage off and start exploring but had to wait. Reception hours are a bit strange, closes at 2:30pm, generally people check-in after 2pm so we felt that was a bit odd. Late check-in has to be organised 24hrs prior to arrival. Even though it's on the less expensive side, I still don't feel like you get what you pay for. I've seen better facilities at camping grounds. Next time we'll know better :)

6

Erik

Dec 18, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Ein deutlicher Hinweis, dass der Check-In um halb drei schließt, wäre wünschenswert. Das Einzelzimmer war sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Die Gemeinschaftsdusche auch. Handtücher gab es keine, und WLAN auch nicht. Nächstes Mal ist mir Hobart etwas mehr Komfort wert.

8

David

Feb 26, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Value for money but very basic. Clean and convenient.

8

Sandra

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable beds!! Good budget accommodation with central convenience.

10

Trindy

Jun 15, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Reviews older than 6months are very much out of date. Rooms are clean, bathrooms freshly remodelled and overall it's a quiet building. Location is its best quality and there is no elevator so zero accessibility options.

4

Morihide

Jan 2, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Check-in time is limited, I could not check in a late. there is no equipment in this room( one bed and one locker and one chair only)

8

Agnieszka

Apr 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Nice single room, good facilities. Nice backpackers .

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Service

Service is mixed: helpful staff and smooth check-ins are mentioned, but limited reception hours, late check-in coordination issues, housekeeping timing problems, and unresponsive management also appear.

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Jai

Feb 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff, location, price and convenient is good

6

Hussein

Aug 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

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!

10

Tamara

Mar 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy after hour check in,Room was neat,tidy and clean.Shared kitchen and bathroom were cleaner than expected which is a great credit. Plenty of modern appliances within kitchen too

2

Benjamin

Jan 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room 108, brightest light from the carpark next door shining through all night. Two curtains would be helpful as opposed to one that doesn't quite cover the window. Room was still being cleaned when we arrived, was hoping to drop our luggage off and start exploring but had to wait. Reception hours are a bit strange, closes at 2:30pm, generally people check-in after 2pm so we felt that was a bit odd. Late check-in has to be organised 24hrs prior to arrival. Even though it's on the less expensive side, I still don't feel like you get what you pay for. I've seen better facilities at camping grounds. Next time we'll know better :)

2

Laura

Jan 26, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

This was the most disgusting and poorly managed hostel I've ever experienced. The bathrooms looked like they hadn't been cleaned in 20 years - mildew, grime, and hair all over the floor and walls. Same with the rugs and floors. The kitchen is absolute chaos. Management is completely unresponsive and uncaring.

8

Hannah

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

8

Peter

Feb 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This stay was my third. Considering the tariff the place is excellent value for a downtown Hobart location. The wotif prepay made the check in process seamless. A phone call to check on a potential booking problem (my fault) was handled with promptly.

2

Ziyi

Jan 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Firstly, the room is absolutely disgusting. There are still previous guests’ hair on the sheet and significant amount of spit on the ground. Secondly, the reception is extremely lazy. Guests should go across a long, dark and narrow corridor to get outside the hotel after 5 p.m. Thirdly, most of the residents here are not “backpackers”. They are probably homeless junkies who made poisonous loud noises during midnight. Finally, the shared bathroom are also sickly disgusting. Drunken people are vomiting in the sink and toilet, no hotel staff are going to clean it. DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL!!!

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grant

Feb 20, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Its was ok, arrived early and waited till 1pm check in to access my room, at 2:30 ish the cleaner knocks I assume clean my room ( asked if i was checkin out) as bins full and bed un maid.

8

André

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Hostel ist riesig und leider auch etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Es ist zwar einigermaßen sauber aber der Putz bröckelt hier und da. Gut ist die Möglichkeit private Zimmer zu buchen, was einem sehr einfachem Hotel mit Gemeinschaftsbad gleich kommt. Die Rezeption ist leider nicht immer besetzt, was es gerade am Wochenende schwierig macht sein Gepäck noch bis zu einem späten Rückflug da zu lassen. Auch ein später Check In scheint mir kompliziert zu werden. Trotzdem, super Lage und alles da, was man zum überleben braucht.

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Location

Backpackers Imperial Hotel is central and walkable, close to restaurants, transport, and key sights in Hobart's CBD.

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James

Jan 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very close to everything very accessible

8

Joceline

Jul 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

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!

8

Sandra

Mar 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable beds!! Good budget accommodation with central convenience.

6

Pio

Jan 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

good for money and convinient

8

Dianne

Feb 15, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Imperial is in a great location right in centre of Hobart. Easy walk to constitution dock. I would stay again

10

Aine de

Feb 18, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

A very pleasant no frills accomodation option in a great location.

8

Hannah

Jul 8, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

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.

8

Xavier Mexpal V

Feb 9, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

It's convenient restaurants and transport

8

Peter

Feb 14, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This stay was my third. Considering the tariff the place is excellent value for a downtown Hobart location. The wotif prepay made the check in process seamless. A phone call to check on a potential booking problem (my fault) was handled with promptly.

8

André

Jan 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Das Hostel ist riesig und leider auch etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Es ist zwar einigermaßen sauber aber der Putz bröckelt hier und da. Gut ist die Möglichkeit private Zimmer zu buchen, was einem sehr einfachem Hotel mit Gemeinschaftsbad gleich kommt. Die Rezeption ist leider nicht immer besetzt, was es gerade am Wochenende schwierig macht sein Gepäck noch bis zu einem späten Rückflug da zu lassen. Auch ein später Check In scheint mir kompliziert zu werden. Trotzdem, super Lage und alles da, was man zum überleben braucht.

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