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Happy Backpacker

★★★ 84 Main Street , Penguin, AU

7.3 guest rating· 48 reviews

About this hotel

Vibrant Hostel Near Johnsons Beach

Socialize and Relax : Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an onsite bar/restaurant, and a shared lounge to mingle with fellow travelers.

Convenient Location : Explore Sulphur Creek and Burnie just a short drive away, with Devonport and Launceston within easy reach.

Comfortable Stay : Stay in heated rooms with provided towels and linen, access shared bathrooms, and utilize secure lockers and a TV in the lounge.

Book your stay at Happy Backpacker now for a memorable and cozy experience!

Rooms & rates

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Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 22 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen

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

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 15 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen

Rooms are 15 square yards.

Budget Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Double bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen

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

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 10 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Electric blankets
  • Linen

Rooms are 10 square yards.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 15 m² · Bunk bed

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Electric blankets

This bed in dormitory has a private entrance.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 22 m² · Bunk bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Heating
  • Private entrance

This bed in dormitory features a private entrance.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Billiards
  • Broadcast Live sport events
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Designated smoking area
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Happy hour
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  • Heating
  • Karaoke
  • Key access
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry
  • Live music/performance
  • Lockers
  • Security alarm
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request

Location

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84 Main Street , Penguin, AU

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7.348 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Comfortable facilities+ Good location for hikingSafety issuesIncident in carparkUnsettling overall experience
Cleanliness5.8
Service8.3
Location6.8
Room Quality7.8
Amenities7.8
Value for Money7.3

Guest review

10.0

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 a TV. Everything is nicely heated up in the winter months.

Aileen · AU · 2026-06-29

Good clean facilities and solid value for money.

8.0

No frills, clean and everything worked. Solid pub grub too!

Our room had a cupboard with the internet hub in it that emitted a high pitched noise. Sorta got used to it. There was a noisy incident in an adjacent street that probably had nothing to do with the hotel.

Leon · AU · 2026-06-21

Excellent property, super clean rooms and facilities and lovely meals downstairs.. Best view ever

9.0

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 room was nicely heated and warm. Free car parking was great too. Definitely recommended this property to those wanting to travel and who might be on a budget... I travelled for work and found it to be the perfect location

Lack of bathmat in the bathroom which I found slightly frustrating and I had to provide my own towel but I was contacted by the property well in advance so I came prepared

Laura · AU · 2026-05-17

Guest review

6.0

Great location that matches the value of the expense.

Rodrigo · AU · 2026-04-06

Very good but needs PowerPoints in bedroom

10.0

Bathrooms and bedroom was clean. Window view of the ocean right outside.

Only one PowerPoint in the bedroom and at awkward height so you couldn’t sit your device somewhere to charge it

Alyssa · AU · 2026-03-26

Guest review

8.0

I loved the location. I thought the room was clean and tidy and the bed comfortable. Staff were helpful

Janita · AU · 2026-03-21

Good to know

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

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.