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Launceston Backpackers

103 Canning Street, Launceston, AU

7 guest rating· 332 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient City-Centre Stay

Explore Launceston with ease at Launceston Backpackers, just a short 2-minute walk from the city centre. Unwind in the shared kitchen and communal lounge, ideal for relaxation. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi vouchers provided for all guests.

Wilderness Adventures at Your Fingertips

Embark on thrilling wilderness excursions with the tour desk's assistance to iconic Cradle Mountain. For your convenience, take advantage of on-site laundry and luggage storage facilities during your stay.

Nearby Attractions and Accessibility

Enjoy proximity to key landmarks such as Aurora Stadium, City Park, and The University of Tasmania, all within a 10-minute drive. With Launceston Airport just 15 minutes away, your travel convenience is guaranteed.

Book now for an unforgettable Launceston experience at Launceston Backpackers!

Rooms & rates

Bed In 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 22 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Single Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 1 · 14 m² · Single bed

  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Bed In 6-Bed Male Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 22 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Bed In 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 22 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Twin Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 14 m² · 2× Single bed

  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Triple Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 14 m² · 3× Single bed

  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Double Room With Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 11 m² · Double bed

  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen
  • Trash cans
  • Socket near the bed

Double Room With Private Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 24 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Wardrobe or closet

Amenities

  • Offsite parking discounted rates available
  • Parking
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Tour desk
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Free wired internet
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Internet access
  • Japanese garden
  • Key access
  • Luggage storage
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Location

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103 Canning Street, Launceston, AU

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7332 reviews

+ Good kitchen facilities+ Convenient location+ Free parkingDirty shared areasUnpleasant odor in roomsUnhygienic conditions
Cleanliness5.1
Service8.1
Location8.6
Room Quality6.0
Amenities7.6
Value for Money6.5

Exceptional

10.0

They upgraded my booking I booked a bunk they put me in a room for myself good service

Jessie · AU · 2025-08-01

Very good

8.0

Big kitchen and common areas. I really appreciated the free parking spot

There are not enough electrical outlets in the rooms

Cristina · IT · 2025-08-01

Cheap digs

5.0

Its cheap

It smells musty. Really chronically

Jarrahtree · AU · 2025-07-31

Good, affordable place to stay.

9.0

The room was clean, good facilities, kitchen-guest should have kept it clean.

Anonymous · AU · 2025-07-25

Very good

8.0
Julie · AU · 2025-07-22

LBP = awesome

10.0

Love LBP!!!!

The room was smelly until I worked out how to open the window!!!

Jarrahtree · AU · 2025-07-12

Good to know

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.

Parking

Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

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.

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