1849 Backpackers Hotel

2.0 star property
Victorian hostel perfect for exploring Albany

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1849 Backpackers Hotel

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Front of property - evening/night
Luxury Double Room | In-room safe, individually furnished, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Towels
Gym
Interior detail

Overview of 1849 Backpackers Hotel

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
45-49 Peels Place, Albany, WA, 6330
  • Popular LocationAlbany Visitor Centre5 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlbany Entertainment Centre7 min walk
  • Popular LocationTown Centre10 min drive
  • AirportAlbany, WA (ALH)10 min drive

Room options

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Albany

Seaside stay .Within a 5-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find Patrick Taylor Cottage and Town Hall. Albany Convict Gaol Museum and Albany Visitor Centre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Town Hall - 4 min walk
  • Albany Visitor Centre - 5 min walk
  • Albany Entertainment Centre - 7 min walk
  • Middleton Beach - 5 min drive
  • Town Centre - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Albany, WA (ALH) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Due South - 9 min walk
  • Hungry Jack's - 9 min walk
  • London Hotel - 5 min walk
  • Vancouver Cafe & Store - 9 min walk
  • Venice Pizza Bar & Restaurant - 2 min walk

About this property

1849 Backpackers Hotel

Victorian hostel perfect for exploring Albany
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
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • 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 safes and portable fans. Each accommodation is individually furnished. This Albany hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German, Irish, Italian

Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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 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
  • Volleyball

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 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 - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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: approximately AUD 2 per person
  • Towels fee: AUD 2.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.9 percent

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-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
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-authorize 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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

How close is 1849 Backpackers Hotel to the airport?

1849 Backpackers Hotel is 7.6 mi (11-min drive) away from the Albany, WA (ALH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1849 Backpackers Hotel on May 20, 2024 start from $53.49, 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.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have an airport shuttle?

1849 Backpackers Hotel offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

How close is 1849 Backpackers Hotel to the beach?

This hostel is 2.8 mi (5-min drive) from Middleton Beach and 5.3 mi (9-min drive) from Emu Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at 1849 Backpackers Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of AUD 2 per person. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 1849 Backpackers Hotel?

This hostel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have a pool?

1849 Backpackers Hotel does not have a pool.

Does 1849 Backpackers Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is 1849 Backpackers Hotel to downtown Albany?

1849 Backpackers Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Albany.

1849 Backpackers Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 132 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jherick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This place are in the centre of the town. Walks easily everywhere. Rooms only and shared toilets and baths, however, it is perfect just for a couple who loves travelling and exploring places, not looking for a decent room. Good for a group of friends. Totally recommended to all explorers and backpackers.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tess

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharmi

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Big hostel with good communal spaces, well equipped if disorganised kitchen. Free pancakes in the morning were delicious. Bed was very squeaky.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Colourful and bright and old character.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Meriel

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

alan

Expensive, dirty,noisy hole of a place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Trish

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room in the photo was nothing like the one we got. Ours was just a bed with very dark sheets and a filthy carpet. We were so disappointed that we payed to stay somewhere else even though we had payed for this room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

chulhan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Full of free loaders and people with no respect
The two people running the place, Abraham and his Irish lady colleague are very helpful, polite and trying to do a good job. But they are understaffed and under resourced, and have to deal with a lot of people who have NO respect for others in the building. Blocked up toilets, not flushing them after 2's! People literally stealing the teabag out of your cup while you are washing up in the next room. People rummaging through the pantry in other peoples supplies, and THEN when they see you have a jar of coffee, having the cheek to ask for your jar, AND your own spoon.... Who stays at a place like this on a long term basis and doesn't provide their own tea, coffee, utensil??...SO many of them do NOT wash up the common room, even leaving their food in pots, pans, bowls, and leave it to the over worked staff to deal with... It is truly disgusting and pathetic. One "long term" resident even walked in front of two of us watching TV, and just changed the channel without even asking or saying anything, because, you know, he is entitled to, because he is 'long term'. SO many people doing self centered things with no thought for others sharing the common facilities and space. Will Never stay there again and do not recommend anyone doing it either, worst and dirtiest "back packer" experience of my time... This isn't a reflection on the staff, they try, do great pancakes, but are hamstrung by so many people who don't give a rats about anybody but themselves. Not all obviously, but a lot!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023