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Swansea Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Swansea with free parking

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Swansea Backpackers

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Restaurant
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Swansea Backpackers

Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services

Location

Map
98 Tasman Highway, Swansea, TAS, 7190
  • Popular LocationEast Coast Heritage Museum7 min walk
  • Popular LocationWaterloo Point18 min walk
  • Popular LocationKates Berry Farm6 min drive
  • AirportHobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)96 min drive
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Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Room 14

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Room 12

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 11

  • 1.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Queen + 1 Bunk Beds Rm 1)

Highlights

Heating
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Capsule

Highlights

Heating
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • 1.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Quadruple Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room 5

  • 1.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Double + 1 Single - Rm 8)

Highlights

Hair dryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Double + 2 Singles - Rm 9)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Double + 2 Singles - Rm 9)

Highlights

Heating
Hair dryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Swansea

Located in Swansea, Swansea Backpackers is near the beach. Bark Mill Museum and East Coast Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Kates Berry Farm and Freycinet Marine Farm. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Jubilee Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bark Mill Museum - 1 min walk
  • East Coast Heritage Museum - 7 min walk
  • Waterloo Point - 18 min walk
  • Kates Berry Farm - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bark Mill Tavern & Bakery - 1 min walk
  • Artifakt Gallery & Cafe - 7 min walk
  • Saltshaker Restaurant - 7 min walk
  • Melshell Oysters - 21 min drive
  • Felicity's Antiques, Vintage & Tea Room - 7 min walk

About this property

Swansea Backpackers

Property highlights
A garden, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Swansea Backpackers. Free in-room WiFi and a fireplace in the lobby are available to all guests.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a billiards/pool table, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Swansea Backpackers offer amenities such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, French, Polish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: AUD 20.00 for check-in between 10 PM and 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: AUD 20.00 for check-in between 10 PM and 8:30 PM

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, 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Swansea Backpackers Hostel
Swansea Backpackers
Swansea Backpackers Tasmania
Swansea Backpackers Swansea
Swansea Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Swansea Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Swansea

Frequently asked questions

Is Swansea Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Swansea Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swansea Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available from 10 PM– 8:30 PM for a fee of AUD 20.00.

What time is check-out at Swansea Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Swansea Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is steps from Kelvedon Beach, Jubilee Beach, and Nine Mile Beach. Bark Mill Museum and East Coast Heritage Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Swansea Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 83 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 83 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
This was a true backpackers. It has nice staff, it’s an okay bed with an okay room, the amenities are nothing more or nothing less
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms Great common area and kitchen facilities Plenty of parking
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large common area with well equipped kitchen. Friendly manager and staff. Convenient bottle store and pub next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Jo, Smithton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Clean and comfortable room. Friendly people. Good position. Average bathroom facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

xi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Good and friendly host, got a free coconut cake in morning tea
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff/owner went out of his way to meet and greet due to a late arrival, very good, the young people were from Spain and very were very happy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Rogerio

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019