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1849 Backpackers Hotel

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Garden
Hallway
TV
Hallway

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Explore the area

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45-49 Peels Place, Albany, WA, 6330
  • Place, Western Australian Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Albany Visitor Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Albany Entertainment Centre
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Albany, WA (ALH)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Comfort Triple Room

Comfort Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the area

Albany

1849 Backpackers Hotel places you in the centre of Albany, steps from Patrick Taylor Cottage and within a short 5-minute stroll of Town Hall. Highlights at this Victorian hostel include free self-parking, a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a games room. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also free extended parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Albany hostel include Albany Convict Gaol Museum and Albany Visitor Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Patrick Taylor Cottage - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Western Australian Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Red Rooster - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Joop Thai Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Naked Bean Coffee Roasters - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Vancouver Street Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

1849 Backpackers Hotel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at 1849 Backpackers Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This Victorian Albany hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1849
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
1849 Backpackers Hotel offers 23 shared accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature portable fans and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished. This Albany hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: AUD 2 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1849
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower

Entertainment

  • HDTV

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Shared accommodation

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 1.9 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately AUD 2 per person
  • Towels fee: AUD 5.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at 1849 Backpackers Hotel.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

Yep, 1849 Backpackers Hotel has a free self car park, free extended parking and free RV/bus/truck parking.

How much does it cost to stay at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

As of 25 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1849 Backpackers Hotel on 2 Mar 2026 start from 107.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

The closest beach to 1849 Backpackers Hotel is Middleton Beach (3.1 km).

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

1849 Backpackers Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 164 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shing-Jung

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA LORRAINE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
was super happy, kept to myself, maybe having a mini fridge in each room would be good, otherwise pretty happy with my stay. thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jingjing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most of the staff at the property are friendly. The cat is soooo cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and other guests were friendly and pleasant to deal with. The free pancakes each morning were a nice surprise. The communal bathroom could do with an upgrade, but everything worked. Not sure how rooms are selected/allocated, my room was almost as far as possible from the communal bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a Hostel; saying that, staff strive daily to make it better. Friendly welcoming people stay here. A piece of History, great place to meet people from all over the world. Two FREE pancakes DAILY Delicious 😋
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

luffy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lois

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Toilets and shower facilities worse than public toilets The grime in the shower plug hole made me want to chuck Awful just awful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

NGOC TIEN

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

GLORIA, MEDEELLIN

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
cheap hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Raymond

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Had all the basics but very run down. Nice enough to stay for short periods on a budget. Has potential to be really nice but needs a little maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leena

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like because we arrived at 10:20 from Perth , they charged me $40 for the late arrival and the room were very dirty, smelly and the bedsheets and beds were disguising, they never cleaned the room. My children could not slept as the bed was dirty and they got itchy. The hygiene was very poor and horrible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Egon

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Toilets especially the urinal smelled so bad that I was not able to use the full facility like shower as it's all in the same room. I don't understand why a toilette has to smell so bad that you have to dry reach. Use bleach twice a day should eliminate your problem. Also, got maximum 2 hours of sleep as the noise of the communal area did not stop until 3 am. Location and staff are excellent. Would never use again unless the toilettes get upgraded.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice

Liked: Amenities
Loved the pancake breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was incredibly helpful and do the most amazing job keeping everything clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Asad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist was really friendly. All the area was good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Prajwol

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Okay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rama

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kian Yap

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Was good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pancakes each morning were great and stimulated friendly interactions between guests and staff. Taco the pussycat was a hit with our 11 year old. Amenities were great, generally clean plenty of room & equipment to cook your own meals. The men’s bathroom stinks, Urinal poorly cleaned/maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Todd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to be in the centre of town the location is quite good with public transport just across the road. I had a private room bed was very uncomfortable mattress has definitely had its day, shared bathroom facilities are definitely not great needs renovation. But depending on your budget it nay just be your thing. Lots of interesting guests to meet and strike up a conversation .Staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin, Richmond

Liked: Staff & service
I stayed here a long time ago and love to come back, it is quirky, old, nostalgic, littered with character and hidden history. Plus it is super affordable and really conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024