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Happy Backpacker, Penguin

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  • 84 Main Street , 7316 Penguin, Australia - View on map
7.8 /10
Very good
Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hostel
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Situated in Penguin, just 300 meters from Watcombe Beach, Happy Backpacker offers comfortable accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, an on-site restaurant, and a bar. The hostel is also conveniently located around 400 meters from Penguin Beach and less than 1 km from Johnsons Beach, providing free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy karaoke and utilize the shared kitchen facilities available at the hostel.

The hostel rooms feature shared bathrooms and are equipped with bed linen for guests' convenience.

Happy Backpacker is located 33 km from Devonport Oval and 34 km from Burnie Wynyard Airport, making it an accessible choice for travelers.
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Important information

Please note that Happy Backpacker does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Room Types

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • electric blanket,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • waste bin,
  • carpeted floor,
  • bedside socket,
  • heating,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic)
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • toilet paper,
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels,
  • key access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

This heated room has towels and linen provided. It has access to shared bathroom, kitchen and lounge facilities.

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • electric blanket,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • waste bin,
  • carpeted floor,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • heating,
  • bedside socket
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • toilet,
  • shower,
  • toilet paper,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

Rooms are 15 square metres.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • electric blanket,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • carpeted floor,
  • bedside socket,
  • waste bin,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • heating
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • shower,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room)
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • walk-in shower (no step),
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

Rooms are 10 square metres.

Budget Double Room Description, photos, price, amenities

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Room standards
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • carpeted floor,
  • heating,
  • electric blanket,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • waste bin,
  • bedside socket
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • shower
Paid extra services
  • key access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • bed linen,
  • towels
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

The double room offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. The unit provides 1 bed.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
  • electric blanket,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • clothes drying rack,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic),
  • waste bin,
  • heating,
  • bedside socket,
  • carpeted floor,
  • private entrance
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • toilet paper,
  • shower,
  • toilet
Paid extra services
  • towels,
  • bed linen,
  • key access,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels)
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

This bed in dormitory has a private entrance.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Description, photos, price, amenities

See photos of the Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room standards
  • heating,
  • waste bin,
  • electric blanket,
  • clothes drying rack,
  • carpeted floor,
  • ironing facilities (iron and ironing board),
  • bedside socket,
  • private entrance,
  • non-feather pillow (synthetic)
Sanitary facilities
  • bathtub,
  • shared bathroom (outside the room),
  • shower,
  • toilet,
  • toilet paper,
  • private bathroom
Paid extra services
  • bed linen,
  • towels,
  • lockers (in shared rooms/hostels),
  • key access
Accessibility for disabled guests
  • upper floors accessible by stairs only (to room),
  • walk-in shower (no step)
Property safety & security
  • smoke detector

This bed in dormitory features a private entrance.

Choose your ideal room at Happy Backpacker

Our property offers a variety of accommodation options to best suit your needs and preferences. Below you will find a list of available room types:

  • Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
  • Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
  • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Budget Double Room
  • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Please note that detailed availability and current prices for individual rooms will be visible after selecting your stay dates.

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Facilities and services

General property information General property information

parking available, complimentary parking, on-site parking, private parking area

On-site activities & leisure On-site activities & leisure

billiards table, bar happy hour, live music and performances, live sports broadcasts

Hotel services offered Hotel services offered

comprehensive internet access, wireless internet (wi-fi), complimentary wi-fi access

Dining & bars Dining & bars

on-site restaurant, hotel bar, special dietary menus (on request), children's meals

Transport & getting around Transport & getting around

on-street parking, disabled-access parking

Reception & guest support Reception & guest support

secure lockers

Shared spaces for guests Shared spaces for guests

communal kitchen facilities, guest lounge / tv room

Family & entertainment Family & entertainment

fun karaoke nights, scheduled evening entertainment

Cleanliness & housekeeping Cleanliness & housekeeping

guest laundry service

Other property amenities Other property amenities

in-room heating, entirely non-smoking property, allocated smoking zone, standard key entry

Property safety & security Property safety & security

integrated security alarm system, strategically placed smoke detectors, cctv surveillance in public areas, external property cctv surveillance, readily available fire extinguishers

Internet access

Complimentary wi-fi property-wide! The property offers internet services with both standard and free WiFi options.

Guest parking

Complimentary guest parking! Free parking is provided on site with options for private and street parking, as well as accessible parking spaces.

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Check-in, check-out, and payment policies

Check-in

From 14:00 Until 21:00 hours

Check-out

From 09:00 Until 10:00 hours

Children and extra beds

Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in. We welcome children from 18 years old.

Pets

Pets are not permitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes, there is parking for guests, ensuring convenience and safety.
Yes, guests have access to the Internet.
Use the GPS coordinates: -41.114372, 146.073537 to reach the destination.
No, Happy Backpacker does not offer airport transportation.
Yes, the property offers various dining options. See the Amenities tab.
Yes, we offer on-street parking spaces for our guests.
Yes, there is a designated area for guests who wish to smoke.
Yes, a laundry service is available for all of our guests.
Yes, we provide all of our guests with Internet access.
Of course, for our guests' safety, all rooms are equipped with smoke alarms.
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