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
3 stars
The Formby Hotel
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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.
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
7.9
Good
1495 verified ratings
Wonderful
537
Very good
367
Good
293
Okay
117
Fair
87
Mediocre
38
Poor
56
Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and cleanliness, with many highlighting the friendly staff and good food options. However, there were concerns about service issues, particularly regarding noise management and staff responsiveness.AI-generated from customer reviews
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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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Cancellation/pre-payment | Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about The Formby Hotel
Low season | June |
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High season | February |
Average price (weeknight) | £13 |
When to book a room at The Formby Hotel
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Value for money | 8.7 |
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Distance to city centre | 0.9 mi |
Nearest airport | Devonport |
Distance to airport | 3.6 mi |