1849 BACKPACKERS AT THE LONDON, Albany

The property is set in a historic building and offers sea views. Albany Entertainment Centre is a six-minute walk away, and Albany Waterfront Marina is under one kilometre. The National Anzac Centre is 3 km from the hostel, and Princess Royal Sailing Club Marina is 11 km away. Albany Regional Airport is 11 km from the property. The town centre, restaurants, and pubs are within easy walking distance, making car-free exploration straightforward. Free private parking is available on site with reservation, and the parking area is monitored by CCTV. For those commuting to work, a bus stops outside the hostel on weekday mornings by arrangement.

Accommodation includes private rooms (double, twin, triple, and family rooms) and shared dorms (6-bed and 8-bed). All rooms access shared bathroom facilities: the female bathrooms have three toilets, three showers, and two baths/showers; the male block has three toilets, a urinal, and four showers; there is also a unisex facility. Private rooms range from approximately 30 to 40 m² and may include tea/coffee making facilities, high quality bedding, a walk-in wardrobe, and outdoor dining furniture. Rooms have fans but no air conditioning; heaters are available during winter. Some rooms are carpeted, others have parquet floors. The property is older, and some rooms may feel dated, with potential for street noise or noise from common areas. Light sleepers may prefer to request a room away from the road and common spaces.

Breakfast is a continental offering that includes pancakes with sauce, tea, and coffee. It is available daily from 8:00 to 10:00 for an additional charge of 2 AUD. There is no restaurant or bar on site, but a shared kitchen is fully equipped with a fridge/freezer, stove, and utensils for self-catering. The kitchen and dining area are shared spaces. Vending machines provide snacks and drinks. Several cafés and eateries are within a short walk of the property.

The property offers a games room with billiards and table tennis, both free to use. Board games and puzzles are also available. Outdoor spaces include a sun terrace, garden, picnic area, and barbecue facilities, providing areas to relax and socialise. A golf course is within three kilometres (additional charge). The hostel does not have a spa, swimming pool, or fitness centre.