🇦🇺 Devonport, Australia
Alexander Hotel
📍 78, Formby Road, Devonport, 7310
Your stay — Alexander Hotel
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Alexander Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 2nd floor) to minimize the risk of street noise from Formby Road, which can be busy due to its proximity to the city centre. Additionally, avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has one lift and it may be shared with other guests.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisy due to foot traffic and potential deliveries.
Best views
Unfortunately, the hotel's orientation and location do not offer any notable views, as it is situated in a residential area with limited visual appeal.
Quietest floors
3rd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Guests can expect some street noise from Formby Road, particularly during peak hours. There may also be occasional noise from the nearby service entrance.
Insider tips
1. When checking in, ask the staff about their parking options, as there may be limited street parking available. 2. Request a room with a refrigerator, as it is not a standard amenity, but can be requested and is a nice perk for guests.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Alexander Hotel
free for 1 device, unlimited data, no login constraints
serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader/FT) and local papers
14:00, early bag-drop available 09:00-21:00, late check-out until 14:00 for AUD 50
available 24/7, AUD 5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, accessible rooms available
on-site parking available, AUD 20 per night; nearest public car park at Devonport Waterfront, AUD 15 per day; EV charging available at AUD 5 per hour
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: AUD 50 advance deposit + AUD 100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Devonport Presbyterian Church (82 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: St John's Anglican Church (89 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (320 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: C3 Church (392 m · ~5 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Roundhouse Park — 407 m · ~5 min walk
Bass Strait Maritime Centre — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Devonport Waterfront Precinct Playground — 462 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk
Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse — 261 m · ~3 min walk
Devonport Convenience Store — 311 m · ~4 min walk
Devonport Interchange — 297 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
ATMs at Devonport airport or town centre give the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux in tourist spots — poor rates.
Tap-and-go cards (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted almost everywhere, including taxis and most cafes; mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) is common.
Not expected; round up for good service in restaurants (5-10% is generous), not for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard flat white or latte from a local bakery or takeaway cafe costs around AUD 4.50-5.00.
A pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or fish-and-chip shop — roughly AUD 10-12.
A pasta or grilled fish main at a casual pub or bistro — about AUD 22-28.
Devonport has no dedicated street-food area; casual takeaway shops near the CBD or foreshore offer fish and chips or burgers.
Woolworths and Coles are the main budget supermarkets in Devonport.
Target and Kmart in the CBD or nearby shopping centre for affordable basics; market stalls at the weekly market (Saturday morning).
Walk or cycle for short trips; a local bus day pass costs about AUD 5.00 (Tap-and-ride with card). From the airport, the local bus (Route 70/170) into town is AUD 3.00; a taxi is around AUD 20-25.
Avoid eating at tourist-facing restaurants on the waterfront — walk a block inland for better value. Buy snacks and water at Coles/Woolworths, not convenience stores. Use the free electric BBQ in Bluff Park for a picnic.
Good to know — Devonport
Type I · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
DevonportFor all life-threatening emergencies in Devonport, Australia, call 000. For non-urgent police matters, contact the Devonport Police Station on (03) 6477 1800. For health advice or non-emergency medical help, call NURSE-ON-CALL at 1300 60 60 24.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Devonport, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Alexander Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 156 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Good Price Pharmacy Warehouse — 261 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Devonport Ferry Terminal → Elimatta Hotel (Best Ave stop)
💡 No evening service from Sunday ferries; walk 15 mins or call a taxi instead.
Devonport Airport → Elimatta Hotel (26 Formby Road)
💡 Pre-book via phone or app if arriving late; airport stand can be empty after 10 pm.
Devonport Airport (stop on Pardoe Road) → Devonport City Centre (near Elimatta Hotel)
💡 Bus stop is a 400m walk from terminal. Buy a Greencard at the airport newsagent for cheaper fares.
Devonport Airport → Elimatta Hotel
💡 Useful for groups or large luggage; book 30 mins ahead on weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Alexander Hotel?
Request a room on a higher floor (above the 2nd floor) to minimize the risk of street noise from Formby Road, which can be busy due to its proximity to the city centre. Additionally, avoid rooms near the lift, as the hotel only has one lift and it may be shared with other guests.
Which rooms should I avoid at Alexander Hotel?
Rooms on the ground floor or near the service entrance may be noisy due to foot traffic and potential deliveries.
Is Alexander Hotel noisy?
Guests can expect some street noise from Formby Road, particularly during peak hours. There may also be occasional noise from the nearby service entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Alexander Hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel's orientation and location do not offer any notable views, as it is situated in a residential area with limited visual appeal.
What are insider tips for staying at Alexander Hotel?
1. When checking in, ask the staff about their parking options, as there may be limited street parking available. 2. Request a room with a refrigerator, as it is not a standard amenity, but can be requested and is a nice perk for guests.
What time is check-in at Alexander Hotel?
Check-in at Alexander Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Alexander Hotel have Wi-Fi?
free for 1 device, unlimited data, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Alexander Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Alexander Hotel?
A pie or sausage roll with a drink from a bakery or fish-and-chip shop — roughly AUD 10-12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Alexander Hotel?
Walk or cycle for short trips; a local bus day pass costs about AUD 5.00 (Tap-and-ride with card). From the airport, the local bus (Route 70/170) into town is AUD 3.00; a taxi is around AUD 20-25.
Top Attractions in Devonport
💡 Pop into the gift shop for affordable prints and ceramics by Tasmanian makers. Free guided tour if you ask at the desk on a quiet weekday.
💡 The Japanese garden section behind the main greenhouse is usually empty. Bring bird seed – the ducks and black swans come right up to the water's edge.
💡 Walk south from the lighthouse at low tide to find small rockpools with sea anemones and crabs. Best light is early morning for photos.
💡 The walking track behind the centre leads to a viewing platform overlooking the coast. Allow 20 minutes for the loop. No photography of the rock engravings inside.
💡 Buy a combined ticket for the train ride and museum entry – it's cheaper. Weekday mornings are quietest; weekends can have volunteer-run specials.