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Written by Callum Taylor, Camille Laurent, Marika Maslanka
21/08/2025
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Hobart offers a range of affordable accommodation, particularly hostels, which provide a friendly and social atmosphere for budget-conscious travellers seeking to connect with others while exploring the city.
1. YHA Hobart Central
Type: Hostel
Located centrally, a strong community feel pervades the common areas, often fostering connections through organised activities like pizza nights. The atmosphere is consistently welcoming, making it easy for solo travellers to settle in and meet fellow adventurers.
2. Montacute Boutique Bunkhouse
Type: Boutique Bunkhouse/Hostel
Nestled in the charming Battery Point, this boutique bunkhouse offers a refined yet relaxed social environment. It is ideal for those seeking a quieter space with quality amenities, where casual interactions occur naturally within its comfortable and stylish surroundings.
3. The Pickled Frog
Type: Hostel
A vibrant and friendly atmosphere fills this centrally located hostel, making it a lively hub for meeting like-minded travellers. It serves as an excellent starting point for exploring Hobart, with its energetic common spaces encouraging social engagement.
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Our typical audience are those that want to see something new and get involved with authentic experiences of a country. Whether you are a backpacker, solo traveller, solo female traveller, straight or LGBTQ+ couple, family, you will find local and authentic experiences here.