Located 2 minutes’ walk from the city center, Launceston Backpackers offers guests a shared kitchen and a communal lounge area, the perfect place to relax after a long day. Free WiFi vouchers are provided. If you are searching for an exciting wilderness experience, the tour desk can arrange trips to Cradle Mountain. Laundry and luggage storage facilities are available on site. Backpackers Launceston is less than 10 minutes’ drive from Aurora Stadium, City Park and The University of Tasmania. Launceston Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
7.4
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.6
Value for money
8.1
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
5.4
Low score for Launceston
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Area info

Amenities of Launceston Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Heating
    • Soundproof
    • Carpeted
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Italian

    Property practice

    This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

    House rules

    Launceston Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Launceston Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that Launceston Backpackers does not accept payments with American Express/Diners Club credit cards.

    Free WiFi vouchers are provided.

    Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.

    Please note that reception is open in Summer between 08:00-21:00. In winter reception is open between 08:00-11:00 and 15:00-19:00.

    Please note that dormitory beds only come with a fitted sheet, there is a $3.50 charge for bed linen hire. All other room types come with 2 free sheets and blankets.

    If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Launceston Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

    Launceston Backpackers has 16 free car parking spaces which can be used depending on availability.

    Costumers have to show proof of double vaccination.

    FAQs about Launceston Backpackers

    • Launceston Backpackers is 0.7 miles from the center of Launceston. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Launceston Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Launceston Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Launceston Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.