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Alabama Hotel Hobart

L 1 72 Liverpool St, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 Australia
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#1 of 7 small hotels in Hobart
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The Alabama is a small art-filled hotel offering boutique budget rooms in the heart of Hobart. Please note that all rooms have shared bathrooms, there are no rooms with a private or en suite bathroom. If this is not your style, we understand, but please be aware of this before staying and / or reviewing. Each room has a small fridge, a heater, hanging space for your clothes and a fan for warmer weather. Hobart is rarely hot, air-conditioning is not needed here. Even on that rare hot day, the city cools down at night and the windows open to let in a breeze. It is perfectly safe to have a window open at night while you sleep. Tea and coffee is available to purchase from reception, which is open from 8am - 9pm daily. There are no tea making facilities in the rooms. Our inner city location means we do not have off street parking. Unless you're planning a longer trip through Tasmania we wouldn't recommend hiring a car for your stay at the Alabama as inner city parking costs do add up.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
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Non-smoking hotel
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Shared bathroom
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Shared lounge / TV area
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3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Quirky Hotels
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Trace F wrote a review Jan 2024
Sydney, Australia103 contributions18 helpful votes
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This hotel is one of my fave that I have ever stayed in. Situated in Hobart’s CBD it is an easy walk or bus to any of the major shopping centers. The Uber drivers could also pick us up easy when needed. The hotel is truely retro and a happy mix between back packers and pub style hotel. The bathroom and shower is shared both very clean and great shower head. The rooms are clean and tidy with a heater if needed. Fridge and closet. Funky pillows and prints. There is no TV perfect to disconnect WiFi, a retro bar and record player and great coffee. You must have a cocktail on the balcony and watch the city go by. We met 2 house doggos that had popped in and all the staff were wonderful. They gave us some great local tips for the day. It’s the perfect start or base or end to your Tasmanian Adventure. You will definitely see us back.
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Date of stay: January 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Don’t forget the PIN code 😊 There is a Woolworths Grocery store next door.
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cyberbob2000 wrote a review Aug 2023
Zürich420 contributions164 helpful votes
What a wonderful place. It has the feel of a hostel without the stinky shoes and dirty bathrooms. Everything is clean and tidy, the rooms are neat and comfortable. The staff is wonderful and we loved the hotel dog. We will definitively be back!
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Date of stay: January 2023
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TravellingF wrote a review Aug 2023
Melbourne, Australia2 contributions2 helpful votes
PROS: Comfy bed. Cute decor with lots of character. Great location. CONS: an unfriendly and ready to do the bare minimum staff member who was too busy chatting to their mates to be present when providing service. They were distracted and clearly just wanted to get back to their chat with friends at the reception bar. You felt as if you were disrupting them. Gave contradictory information.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Dawn M wrote a review Feb 2023
Port Fairy, Australia27 contributions5 helpful votes
We loved our stay at The Alabama Hotel. Centrally located, lovely lounge and bar area, friendly and helpful staff and great value. Beautiful soap for each guest, spotlessly clean linen. The fridge in our room was very useful for breakfast. Thank you.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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CJ wrote a review Oct 2022
Australia38 contributions11 helpful votes
I have stayed in lots of budget hotels/hostels over the years and when planning a trip to Hobart, looked into the YHA and the Alabama. I chose the Alabama primarily because of the reviews, the photos and the funky vibe. The location was excellent, however I was pretty disappointed upon arrival! The staff were not friendly, the room was smelly and didn’t feel clean. I dropped my phone behind the bed, which was right by the window and the amount of dust behind it was gross! It was clear that it had never been cleaned before. The bed was very easy to move so no excuse. I asked the staff at reception to get this cleaned up, which they did. Cleaners need to really up their game. The bathroom ran out of tissues/paper towels Saturday evening. Having read the other reviews I really don’t know why my experience was so different - I don’t have hugely high standards, but I expect a room to be clean and staff to be friendly as a minimum! I wouldn’t stay here again and I wouldn’t recommend it to others.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Gail B wrote a review Oct 2022
Adelaide, Australia1 contribution
We didn't quite know what to expect but were very happy with our room; plenty of space, comfortable beds, clean, neat and tidy. Yes, there's a shared bathroom however it was clean and the water pressure in the shower was good. Quirky furnishings and a great bar area to enjoy a quiet drink at the end of the day. If you are expecting something along the lines of a large hotel chain, don't book accommodation here; it's a little different but great value and location. Shoutout to Jimmy at reception whose customer service is 11/10!
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Date of stay: October 2022
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Trip type: Travelled with friends
Room Tip: Cheap and cheerful; central location, neat, clean.
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Jon W wrote a review Oct 2022
Perth, Australia1 contribution
Amazing little place … room was clean and well presented and spacious. Bathrooms also nice and clean and light and bright. The service was exceptional; Molly and Em were both super friendly, honest, enthusiastic, helpful. The bar/living room area and balcony were homely and chilled and fun. Would definitely stay again.
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Thomas D wrote a review Sept 2022
Freising, Germany1717 contributions438 helpful votes
I stayed in this hotel for three nights. The room was simple, but clean and even had a fridge to keep your own drinks cold. One minor disadvantage was the fact, that there were shared bathrooms only, but I knew this in advance. There was also a laundry, which you could use for a few dollars. The hotel is centrally located next to Elisabeth Mall. Staff was easygoing and polite. I would return.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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C L wrote a review Aug 2022
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There is so much to recommend this place. It has a doggy on most Wednesdays! The bar has a quality selection of wine and beers, including an amazing selection of gluten free beers that were a revelation to me and a well appointed lounge and balcony to enjoy them in. It has a doggy! It is really conveniently located in Central Hobart so plenty of options to dine out and a taxi rank and supermarket a very short walk away. It has a doggy! The staff were lovely from checking in to check out. It has a doggy! The malamute in question was a very good girl. She was friendly and the banter was incredible. It is LGBTQ friendly.
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Date of stay: August 2022
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Room Tip: I had zero issues, but late risers should ask not to stay in room 1 as it is next to the office...
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BecTweedie wrote a review July 2022
Brisbane 8 contributions3 helpful votes
Great place to stay if you are in Hobart and looking for accommodation that offers a quirky but warm atmosphere. Travelling with three generations can be challenging but the Alabama was suitable for the whole family. Lovely, clean rooms, comfortable beds and in the city centre. The Alabama is great place to stay if you are after value for money. You can also get out of your room and meet some fellow traveler’s in the lounge for afternoon happy hour. Sure you have to share a bathroom but the water is hot the bathrooms are spotless. The Alabama is a great place to stay if you are looks for something a little different. Fantastic experience.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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AU$116 - AU$136 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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AustraliaTasmaniaGreater HobartHobart
NUMBER OF ROOMS
17
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alabama Hotel Hobart
Which popular attractions are close to Alabama Hotel Hobart?
Nearby attractions include Hobart Penitentiary (0.4 km), Mawson's Huts Replica Museum (0.4 km), and Farm Gate Market (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Alabama Hotel Hobart?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a lounge, and laundry service.
What food & drink options are available at Alabama Hotel Hobart?
Guests can enjoy a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Alabama Hotel Hobart?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cultura Espresso Bar & Restaurant, Urban Greek , and Dāna Eating House.
Is Alabama Hotel Hobart located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.2 km away from the centre of Hobart.
Are there any historical sites close to Alabama Hotel Hobart?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Hobart Penitentiary (0.4 km), Runnymede (3.4 km), and Constitution Dock (0.3 km).