Budget accommodation

Just in case the budget doesn't stretch to five stars, or you're keen to broaden your horizons and meet some interesting folk, here are a couple of budget options for your stay in Hobart. All are located within easy walking distance to the conference venue.

Montgomery's YHA Accommodation

Monty's Superior YHA Backpackers consists five backpacker rooms with six bunk beds each, 1 with eight bunk beds and 1 with twelve bunk beds available for low budget travellers.

The YHA is located right near Hobart's waterfront and in walking distance to Hobart's best spots, including the conference venue. You can also take advantage of the convenience of 24 hour keycard access and a few luxuries like solid beds with posturepedic matresses and high pressure hot water.

From $30 a bed in a dorm room to $130 for a ensuite room.

For more info check out www.montgomerys.com.au

Tassie Backpackers

Right in the Centre of town the Tassie Backpackers s situated in the historic Brunswick Hotel. Known for being clean and friendly it has a great range of facilities with a large backpacker lounge, fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities on site. A range of rooms are available and so is free wifi internet.

From $40 a bed in a dorm room to $140 for a ensuite room.

For more info check out www.tassiebackpackers.com

Central City Backpacker Hostel

Winner of the TNT Golden Backpacker Award 2008 & 2009 the Central City Backpacker hostel is located in the Heart of the beautiful capital city of Tasmania. Offering clean, comfortable, cheap and cheerful accommodation and located 'just around the corner' from all the features of Hobart.

From $23 a bed in a dorm room to $69 for a private room.

For more info check out www.centralcityhobart.com