Happy Backpacker

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 7.8
Rated good

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Happy Backpacker in Penguin offers a modern restaurant and bar, complemented by free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge or prepare meals in the shared kitchen. Dining Experience: The restaurant serves lunch and dinner with Japanese, Korean, Australian, and local cuisines. Vegan and gluten-free options are available, catering to special diets. Entertainment and Amenities: Evening entertainment includes live music and karaoke. Additional amenities include a private bathroom, private entrance, and free on-site private parking. Local Attractions: Penguin Beach is a 4-minute walk away, while Devonport Oval lies 21 mi from the hostel. Burnie Wynyard Airport is 21 mi distant.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Marcelo
Chile Chile
“Whenever I travel to relax, I stay here and it’s magnificent.”
Leon
Australia Australia
“No frills, clean and everything worked. Solid pub grub too!”
Laura
Australia Australia
“Staff were amazing and very happy to accommodate my needs. The beds were very comfortable and the linen was fresh and clean and looked to be brand new. The showers were great. I had an amazing view of the bass Strait from my room and my...”
Alyssa
Australia Australia
“Bathrooms and bedroom was clean. Window view of the ocean right outside.”
Janita
Australia Australia
“I loved the location. I thought the room was clean and tidy and the bed comfortable. Staff were helpful”
Taylor
Australia Australia
“Location is phenomenal with ocean views from the bed, lounge and deck. Super friendly and helpful staff. Full kitchen facilities too!”
Sem
Netherlands Netherlands
“Got a room to myself, looks more like a hotel than a hostel. Clean and enough space in the kitchen. Met some nice people there. Price is cheap compared to bigger cities but if you like hiking this is a solid choice.”
Aidan
Australia Australia
“The place was nice and honestly a little surprising. The downstairs had a bar and possibly more (I wasn't there long). The staff was friendly and accommodating. the kitchen facilities seemed good and there seemed to be enough room in the fridge...”
Joanna
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Right at the heart of Penguin! I was staying in August and there was barely anyone else staying the 5th e hostel so had the whole room for myself. Warm duvet and blankets as well as towels provided. Rooms were quite spacious with tables, chairs,...”
Aileen
Australia Australia
“The staff was super friendly and welcoming. The room and the bed were really clean and you have everything you need! The bed is also really comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped and big enough for a few people. They have a big common room with...”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Japanese • Korean • Australian • Local
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Happy Backpacker

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Free parking
  • Bar

House rules

Happy Backpacker takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

FAQs about Happy Backpacker