1849 Backpackers Hotel

2.0 star property
Bayside hostel with airport shuttle service and a bar

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Front of property - evening/night
Hallway
Family Quadruple Room | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hallway
Garden

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Comfort Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Quadruple Room

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

Standard Double Room

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

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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

Comfort Triple Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Albany

1849 Backpackers Hotel places you within a 5-minute walk of Patrick Taylor Cottage and Town Hall. This 23-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Albany Convict Gaol Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Western Australian Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Town Hall - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Espresso One - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪WA Chinese Café & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Earl of Spencer Historic Inn - Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Albany - ‬5 min walk

About this property

1849 Backpackers Hotel

Bayside hostel with airport shuttle service and a bar
At 1849 Backpackers Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a computer station. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, a library, and express check-out.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. 2 bathrooms and portable fans are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

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 elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1849
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 accommodations

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: 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 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize 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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hostel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No alcohol is served at 1849 Backpackers Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

This hostel is located in Albany, just steps from Patrick Taylor Cottage and Town Hall, and within a short walk of Albany Entertainment Centre. You'll also find Albany Convict Gaol Museum and Western Australian Museum less than a mile away.

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

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1849 Backpackers Hotel on Nov 29, 2025 start from $72.93, 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.

Will I be able to park at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the hostel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel include a casino?

No, 1849 Backpackers Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is 1849 Backpackers Hotel good for couples?

At this waterfront hostel, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some rooms include premium bedding and partial ocean views.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, 1849 Backpackers Hotel serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at 1849 Backpackers Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Where is the closest airport to 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

The closest major airport to 1849 Backpackers Hotel is Albany, WA (ALH), which is 7.6 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

No, you won't find rooms with balconies at 1849 Backpackers Hotel.