The Formby Hotel (Devonport, Australia)

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The Formby Hotel - Devonport

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Overview

Budget-friendly hotel with live entertainment, gaming lounge, and communal kitchen in Devonport

Accommodation Options

The Formby Hotel offers two adjacent properties: the Formby with en-suite rooms and dormitory beds, and the Alexander with double or dormitory rooms using shared facilities. Queen rooms in the Formby property include an ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, and a plasma television. Family rooms sleep up to four guests, and all dormitory accommodations provide linen, a shared kitchen, and a communal lounge with a TV area.

On-Site Dining

The Central Restaurant, located at the Formby Hotel, serves daily meals with a focus on local Tasmanian cuisine. Guests can also dine at the on-site bar, which offers kids' meals and a wine/champagne selection. The restaurant accommodates late arrivals from the Spirit of Tasmania ferry, with kitchen staff willing to prepare food after regular hours upon request.

Entertainment and Gaming

The Formby Hotel features a dedicated gaming lounge with TASkeno facilities for guests. Live music is performed on Friday nights, and the bar offers live entertainment on both Friday and Saturday nights until midnight. A games room and a nightclub/DJ setup are also available on-site.

Guest Facilities

Free self-parking is available for all guests, though spaces are limited and shared with restaurant patrons. A guest laundry with coin-operated machines is provided, alongside a communal kitchen and shared lounge area in each dormitory block. The property is smoke-free and offers daily housekeeping, lockers, and packed lunches upon request.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Formby Hotel Devonport is located 500 meters from the Devonport Ferry Terminal, making it a convenient stop for Spirit of Tasmania travelers. Guests can walk to the Devonport Regional Gallery, East Devonport Beach, and numerous restaurants and shops within a few minutes. Devonport Golf Club is a 10-minute drive from the hotel.

Accommodations: Queen en-suite rooms, family rooms, and dormitory beds
Dining: Central Restaurant serving local Tasmanian cuisine
Entertainment: Live music on Friday nights and gaming lounge with TASkeno
Location: 500 meters from Devonport Ferry Terminal
Amenities: Free on-site parking and guest laundry
Ideal for: Budget travelers, families, and ferry passengers

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-21:00

from 07:00-10:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Other information

Children & extra beds

There are no cribs provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:48

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Rooms and availability

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons
Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view
Shower
Heating

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Family Twin Room

Max:

4 persons
Bed options:

2 Single beds1 King Size Bed

Mountain view
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi

Parking

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Coffee shop

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Dryer

Electric kettle

Shared kitchen

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Night club
Leisure/ TV room

Room view

Mountain view

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Washing machine
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

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Essential information about The Formby Hotel

💵 Lowest room price	22 US$
📏 Distance to center	100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport	5.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport	Devonport, DPO

Location

Address

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82 Formby Road, Devonport, Australia

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82 Formby Road, Devonport, Australia

City landmarks
Nearby
Restaurants

Landmark

Spirit of the Sea

200 yd

Museums

Bass Strait Maritime Centre

200 yd

Lighthouse

Mersey Bluff Lighthouse

1.6 mi

Landmark

Simon Martin Whips & Leathercraft

200 yd

Mall

Kmart Devonport

100 yd

Landmark

Vietnam Veterans Memorial Avenue

200 yd

Parks

Joshua Slocum Park

200 yd

Landmark

Bluff Park

1.4 mi

Gallery

pOrtside Gallery

1.1 mi

Beach

Back Beach

1.4 mi

Landmark

Home Hill National Trust

1.2 mi

Landmark

Tasmanian trail

1.3 mi

Beach

Bluff Beach

1.6 mi

Beach

Coles Beach

1.7 mi

Beach

Don Heads

1.8 mi

Landmark

Don Reserve

1.9 mi

Landmark

Don River Railway

2.3 mi

Landmark

House of Anvers Museum of Chocolate

3.9 mi

Landmark

Australian Axeman's Hall of Fame

4.0 mi

Gallery

Regional Gallery

100 yd

Store

Antique Emporium

100 yd

Tenancy 5 13-17 Oldaker St

Southern Wild Distillery

100 yd

2/6 Victoria Parade

Roundhouse Park

100 yd

Restaurant

Banjos Bakery Cafe Devonport

100 yd

Restaurant

McDonald's

100 yd

Restaurant

Vice Coffee

100 yd

Restaurant

Bento

100 yd

Restaurant

Trickies Kitchen

100 yd

Restaurant

Fundamentally Espresso

100 yd

Restaurant

Noodle Box

100 yd

Restaurant

Dockside Food and Coffee

200 yd

Restaurant

Strait off the Boat

200 yd

Reviews of The Formby Hotel

7.8 /10

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FAQ about The Formby Hotel

Which popular attractions are located near the The Formby Hotel hotel?

During their stay at the The Formby Hotel hotel guests can visit Don River Railway (2.2 miles), Home Hill (1.4 miles) as well as the red-&-white Mersey Bluff Lighthouse (1.5 miles) among others.

What popular attractions are closest to The Formby Hotel hotel?

Guests of The Formby Hotel hotel can visit Roundhouse Park (only 5 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Antique Emporium placed 5 minutes' walk away.

Is there free parking in the 2-star The Formby Hotel?

Yes, at the 2-star The Formby Hotel parking is provided on site for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?

Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine in Western Rasoi and Fundamentally Espresso restaurants placed within a 5-minute walk from the property.

Does the Devonport hotel serve breakfast?

Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Devonport hotel.

What is check-in and check-out time at the The Formby Hotel?

Guests of the The Formby Hotel can check in from 2 PM to 9 PM and check out from 7 AM.

How much does a room at The Formby Hotel cost?

The prices at The Formby Hotel start from $24.

What payment methods are accepted in the 2-star The Formby Hotel hotel?

Payment methods in the 2-star The Formby Hotel hotel include: