The Formby Hotel
3 stars

The Formby Hotel

82 Formby Road, Devonport, TAS 7310, Australia
Devonport, Australia
See location+61 364 241 601
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£48
Cheapest

rate per night

8.0
Very good
based on 1550 reviews
1,550 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
£48
Superior room
£51

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Overview

Situated in Devonport, The Formby Hotel Alexander Hotels and Backpackers is a short drive from Devonport Ferry Terminal and The Tasmanian Arboretum. It is ideally positioned for guests wishing to visit local attractions.

The hotel has 48 rooms and has been recently refurbished. It also offers a designated smoking area, a coffee bar and laundry facilities.

Rooms at The Formby Hotel Alexander Hotels and Backpackers are comfortable and offer a refrigerator.

The hotel houses restaurant and bar where guests can relax at the end of the day with dinner and a drink. Packed lunches are available for those heading off to discover the surrounding area.

There are a range of cafés and restaurants close to The Formby Hotel Alexander Hotels and Backpackers, and Sheffield and Ulverstone are a brief car trip away. Devonport Oval is also nearby.

8.0
Very good rating
Based on 1,550 verified guest reviews

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Superior room
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£51
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Amenities at The Formby Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Internet

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom
  • Walk-in shower

Kitchen

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Shared kitchen
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

General

  • River view
  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Carpeted
  • Mountain view
  • City view

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Washing machine

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Dining table

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Night club

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key access

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Reviews of The Formby Hotel

8.0
Very good
1550 verified ratings
Wonderful
568
Very good
378
Good
295
Okay
123
Fair
91
Mediocre
39
Poor
56

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's excellent location and service, with many highlighting the quality of food in the restaurant. However, there were significant concerns regarding cleanliness, with multiple reviews mentioning dirty rooms and facilities. Overall, while some guests enjoyed their stay, others faced issues that affected their experience.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service8 out of 10
Cleanliness3 out of 10
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2016
Pros (+) The place was clean and the staff were friendly. Proximity to town centre was ideal. The restaurant had some delicious food choices.
Cons (-) Nothing comes to mind

Location

82 Formby Road, Devonport, TAS 7310

What's nearby

  • Devonport Ferry Terminal291 yd
  • Devonport Regional Gallery308 yd
  • Devonport Oval1 mi
  • Tiagarra Aboriginal Museum1.3 mi
  • Coles Beach1.6 mi
  • Devonport Golf Club2.2 mi
  • Don River Railway2.4 mi
  • House of Anvers3.7 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 10:00

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  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Formby Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in February and August.
  • How long should you stay at The Formby Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 11 days.

FAQs when booking at The Formby Hotel

  • Where is The Formby Hotel located?

    The Formby Hotel is located at 82 Formby Road, 0.9 miles from the centre of Devonport. Devonport Ferry Terminal is the closest landmark to The Formby Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Formby Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 10:00 at The Formby Hotel.

  • Does The Formby Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Formby Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Formby Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, The Formby Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is The Formby Hotel from the airport?

    The Formby Hotel is 3.6 miles from Devonport. The Formby Hotel is 35.2 miles from Burnie Wynyard.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.8
0.9 mi
Devonport
3.6 mi

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