It has to be said that this charming old hostel in the old Esplanade Hotel (1881) is looking a little weary. The 18 rooms (11 dorms) are reasonable – particularly the private rooms – but the place is built on a river flood plain (which has caused subsidence) and the owners face an uphill battle to keep up with maintenance.
Arthouse Backpacker Hostel
Launceston
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