
Transit Backpackers
Hobart, TAS
★ 4.6 (263 reviews)
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Transit Backpackers sits on Liverpool Street in central Hobart, positioning travellers within easy reach of Tasmania's capital. With a solid 4.6-star rating across 263 reviews, it attracts a steady stream of budget-conscious visitors exploring the city and surrounds. The location works well for those wanting to explore Hobart's compact CBD and nearby natural attractions including kunanyi/Mount Wellington, The Organ Pipes, and several local rivulets popular with walkers. The hostel suits solo travellers looking for a social but unpretentious base without being overtly party-focused. It's a practical choice for backpackers planning day trips into the Tasmanian wilderness or spending a few nights in the city between other stops on the island. The area around Liverpool Street offers decent access to local cafes, shops, and transport links, making it convenient for independent travellers managing their own itineraries. Reviews suggest a straightforward, no-frills atmosphere that appeals to those prioritising location and value over luxury amenities.
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Rooms
Mixed dorm
Facilities
- ✓Free WiFi
- ✓Communal kitchen
- ✓On-site laundry
- ✓Lockers
- ✓Luggage storage
Nearby
Other hostels nearby
- Hobart Hostel — 0.1km, Hobart · ★4.0
- The Pickled Frog — 0.1km, Hobart · ★4.0
- Narrara Backpackers — 0.2km, Hobart
- Backpackers Imperial Hotel — 0.5km, Hobart
Things to do
- The Organ Pipes — 8.8km
- Abbotsfield Rivulet — 12.8km
- Agnes Rivulet — 33.8km
Camping alternatives
- Caldew Park — 0.9km
- Peck's on Pine — 1.1km
- Soundy Park — 1.4km
- Cascade Gardens — 2.6km
Pubs & meals nearby
- 201 Club & Cafe — 0.1km
- Shamrock Hotel — 0.2km
- Pablo's Cocktails and Dreams — 0.2km
- Duke Of Wellington — 0.3km