The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

In the heart of Hobart CBD, this hostel sits steps from St. David's Cathedral and within a short walk of Salamanca Market, Salamanca Place and the waterfront. Easy access to the ferry terminal and city museums makes it a solid base for exploring southern Tasmania.

Set inside a refreshed 1870s building, the place pairs retro character with newly refurbished rooms and bathrooms. Private rooms feature leather beds while dorms use metal-framed inner-spring mattresses; fresh linen is provided. Two large common areas with leather lounges and a lobby fireplace create social spots to relax after a day of sightseeing.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, a communal kitchen and an on-site restaurant and bar keep things easy. There’s an arcade/game room, billiards and table tennis for downtime, plus BBQ facilities, laundry, luggage storage, an ATM and a tour desk. Wake up to city-street mornings and stroll straight out to cafés, galleries and the waterfront.

Offers include a business center, luggage storage and laundry facilities, plus complimentary wireless internet and multilingual staff to help with logistics.

An on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge serve guests, while the shared kitchen and BBQ area let you self-cater. Plenty of nearby cafes and waterfront eateries are an easy walk away.