The Formby Hotel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 8
Rated very good

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About this property

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, The Formby Hotel/Alexander Hotels and Backpackers offers varied accommodations across two adjacent properties in Devonport, 1640 feet from Devonport Ferry Terminal. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. All accommodations is accessed via stairs. The Formby property features rooms with an en suite as well as dormitory-style accommodations. The Alexander property offers double rooms or dormitory rooms, all with shared facilities. Guests can enjoy the games room, bars and The Central Restaurant located at the property. Both dormitory facilities have a communal lounge and kitchen area and an on-site guest laundry. There are various restaurants and shopping a short walk away from the property. Devonport Golf Club is a 10-minute drive away. The Formby Hotel bar has live entertainment downstairs until late on Friday and Saturday nights.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

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Availability

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Room Type
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2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 full bed
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2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Gary
Australia Australia
“Friendly staff. Comfortable room and very clean. Good location”
Satsuki
Japan Japan
“It is a hostel/backpackers stay. Nothing special but provide you essentials including towels and a soap. Late check-in/early check-out is available.”
Faba
Australia Australia
“I like the hotel's warm energy. All the staff are always smiling and willing to help; they're very friendly. The location is excellent, and the cleanliness and order too,”
Brett
Australia Australia
“Clean,comfortable with great staff and great food.”
Tanya
Australia Australia
“Spotlessly clean and very quiet. Great sized room. Will definitely stay again.”
Aigul
Kyrgyzstan Kyrgyzstan
“Nice location, helpful staff, shared kitchen I booked a bed in a female dorm but due to mgmt confusion got a free upgrade to a private room.”
Emma
Australia Australia
“Clean and modern facilities, comfortable beds, spacious, nice view .”
Mcclay
Australia Australia
“We were happy with our stay. It was perfect for 3 of us in the family room. Very close to the spirit of tasmania which was good after a very long day. It was clean and the beds were very comfortable”
Julia
Australia Australia
“Very well located, and although small, facilities were good and best cost-benefit in comparison to any hostel I've stayed in Tasmania: has a car park, laundry is just $2, clean towels offered, comfy communal area. The staff was very friendly to...”
Josh
Australia Australia
“Great value! Family Room was well kept with modern facilities including a solid TV. Filters on tap ✔ Walking distance of everything you need in Devonport and had a view of the Spirit of Tasmania.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Central
  • Cuisine
    Australian

House rules

The Formby Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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 the Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom is located in an adjacent building from the main Formby Hotel Building, approximately 131 feet away.

Please note that all accommodations, at both properties are located on the 1st floor with access via a staircase only.

The Formby Hotel is home of the popular Central Bar and Restaurant – the bar is open with live music or DJs Friday & Saturday nights until 11pm and some rooms will be affected by noise from this on these evenings.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Formby Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.