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7.9

22 reviews

Happy Backpacker

Happy Backpacker

84 Main Street , Penguin, 7316, Australia

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+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Live music/Performance

Happy Backpacker

Welcome to the Happy Backpacker, a charming 3-star hotel located at 84 Main Street in Penguin, Tasmania. Just a short 0.6mi away from the bustling city center, this cozy retreat is perfect for travelers looking to explore the beauty of Tasmania. With 22 reviews to its name, this hotel promises a delightful stay filled with comfort and convenience.

Step into the Happy Backpacker and be greeted with a range of amenities to make your stay memorable. Enjoy complimentary private parking, free wifi, and the option for delicious kids' meals for the little ones. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the hotel with live music performances, unwind with a drink at the bar, or indulge in a tasty meal at the on-site restaurant.

Whether you're a solo wanderer or a duo seeking a peaceful getaway, the Happy Backpacker caters to adults and offers a private entrance for added privacy. Take advantage of the free parking on site and relax in a soothing bathtub after a day of sightseeing. Experience the warmth and hospitality of Penguin at this lively hotel that offers not just a place to stay, but a vibrant and memorable experience for all guests.

Indulge your taste buds without leaving the comfort of the Happy Backpacker with the on-site restaurant. Boasting a modern ambiance, the restaurant offers a unique culinary experience with a fusion of Japanese, Jewish, and local cuisines. Whether you're craving a taste of the exotic or sticking to familiar flavors, the restaurant caters to a diverse range of palates, promising a delicious meal for every guest to savor.

At the Happy Backpacker, convenience meets flexibility when it comes to payment options. Cash is happily accepted at this charming 3-star hotel, making settling your bill a breeze. In addition to cash, major credit cards like Mastercard and Visa are also welcome, providing you with the freedom to pay in a way that suits you best during your stay.

If you're seeking a budget-friendly accommodation option, the Happy Backpacker has you covered with its cozy Budget room. Ideal for two adults and one child, this room provides a comfortable retreat for small families or travel companions looking to make the most of their time in Penguin, Tasmania. With a no-smoking policy in place, you can relax and unwind in a clean and smoke-free environment, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests.

Closest airports

Devonport Airport

19mi

Wynyard Airport

19.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Live music/Performance

Bathtub

Rooms

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Budget

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Guest reviews

7.9

22 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Joanna

9.1

August 2023

Right at the heart of Penguin! I was staying in August and there was barely anyone else staying the 5th e hostel so had the whole room for myself. Warm duvet and blankets as well as towels provided. Rooms were quite spacious with tables, chairs, shelves and cheater in. Kitchen was well equipped with a lot of fridge space. Really easy to drive up and around to other seaside towns.

Some men staying in were using ladies restroom and there was only luke warm water the first night (turned hot the next day tho!).

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Tim

9.1

November 2021

A room overlooking the Ocean- Bass Straight for $30/night in a big old Hotel, with meals/ a bar / restaurant and Keno pokies downstairs is great value. I had the 65 room Art Deco Hotel to myself. It was so homely, self contained kitchen, laundry / big TV lounge / big clean bathrooms and free parking. Free Tea n coffee and biscuits in the pokies / keno lounge. ( I don't play pokies). I had a 3 day weekend in Penguin, Northern Tasmania. Not bad for a Backpackers, I say 5 Star. I will be back for Xams to visit my home state Tassie.

no tea spoons in the kitchen

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Steven

10

June 2023

Love the closeness Of The beach and the hotel like accommodation is great and you don't have to go far for a great meal Bass strait is right at your door step 😍🤩😍🤩😍🥰🥰🥰🥰

Nothing

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Lauren

10

October 2021

Great location, with a decent pub downstairs and good kitchen and facilities

I was the only one there when I stayed!

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Russell

9.1

November 2023

Great centralised accommodation in Penguin .

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Tim

10

December 2021

Great location by the ocean. Super cheap rates in a big old 2 storey hotel, with a great atmosphere.

I had to go home.

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Heidi

10

December 2021

Hostess was very helpful with our questions. Nearly had the whole place to ourselves this time of year.

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Pedro

10

June 2023

Awesome location, awesome staff, awesome town. I really enjoyed my stay. Thank you so much.

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Elvia

7.3

June 2023

Staff were super friendly upon arrival and for the duration of my stay. The location was perfect.

There was a weird smell in the hallway.

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Anonymous

7.3

January 2022

I had the whole hostel for my own.

The WiFi connection was pretty bad. Cockroaches in the kitchen, kitchen should be renovated anyhow. The beds are short for tall people.

Points of Interest Around Happy Backpacker

Attractions

Leven Canyon

7.6mi

Wing's Wildlife Park

10.5mi

Gunns Plains Caves

13.1mi

Don River Railway

13.6mi

Home Hill Devonport

15.3mi

Restaurants

Cuisines

  • Japanese
  • Jewish
  • 0
  • Local

Ambiances

  • Modern

Amenities of Happy Backpacker

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Adults only

Free wifi

Bar

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Live music/Performance

Bathtub

Stay rules - Happy Backpacker

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property