The Formby Hotel
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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 parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Faba
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“Clean,comfortable with great staff and great food.”
- Tanya Australia“Spotlessly clean and very quiet. Great sized room. Will definitely stay again.”
- Aigul
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“Clean and modern facilities, comfortable beds, spacious, nice view .”
- Mcclay 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“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“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.”
- G Australia“Clean Convenient location Staff lovely Food great!”
- Regan
Switzerland“It’s a neat old building. The rooms, bathrooms, and kitchen were clean. A bit of an older crowd, but nice. The location was great. WiFi worked well”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Central
- CuisineAustralian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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.
