Launceston Backpackers

103 Canning Street, Launceston. ( 1.1 km from City Center. )

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About Launceston Backpackers

Located 2 minutes’ walk from the city centre, 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.

Good to know

Hotel Check-In
Check-in
15:00:00 – 20:00:00
Hotel Check-Out Check-out
08:00:00 – 10:00:00
Hotel Policies - Cancellation and prepayment conditions Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation & prepayment policies vary according to room type, please enter dates of your stay & check your selected room cancelation policy.
Property Internet Services/WIFI AvailabilityInternet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Accommodation ParkingParking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Are pets allowed in hotel room?Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Children and Extra Bed Policy / Cots in the roomChildren and extra bed policy.
Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available.

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Room Types & Availability

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Special Requests & Questions

You can write a special request after your booking is complete! Special requests cannot be guaranteed - but the Launceston Backpackers will do its best to meet your needs.

Facilities & Services

  • WiFi
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Garden
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • On-site parking
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Parking
  • Heating
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared kitchen
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Tour desk
  • CCTV outside property
  • Security alarm
  • Free parking
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • First aid kit available
  • Laundry
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Free WiFi
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Designated smoking area
  • Internet services
  • Access to health care professionals
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized

Hostels Policies

These are general property policies. As they may vary per room type, please also check the room description & availability
Internet WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. No cots are available. No extra beds are available.

Cards Accepted at This Property

Visa, Euro/Mastercard,

accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Payment & Cancellation Conditions

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type, for exact conditions please enter dates of your stay and check your selected room cancelation policy.

Launceston Backpackers Reviews and Ratings


Currently we have 543 reviews, rated at 8. Guest reviews are written by our customers (families with children, mature couples, groups of friends, solo travellers and young couples)

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Important information

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.

Nearby Restaurants and Shops

There are a variety of shops and restaurants near our accommodation - Launceston Backpackers. During your stay, you and your family or group can enjoy a short walk to these nearby destinations. Whether you like pizza, sandwiches, steaks or a little of everything. And, if you want to pick up some souvenirs or gifts in Launceston, you'll find everything you need in the town's little boutiques and shops.

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