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Our top choices for Australia hostels

A reception area with a white reception desk, three round mirrors on the wall, and a hanging woven light fixture above the desk.

1. Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel

Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"So impressed by this facility and staff….They have this concept down! Clean, safe, and remarkably quiet during quiet hours…terrific value and with the modern gym and sauna I realized they had far exceeded my expectations. Thank you for the great stay!"
United States
Leo
The price is P6,429
P7,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Wake Up! Sydney - Hostel
A restaurant with wooden flooring, white tables, and chairs, and green plants on the walls.

2. Maze Backpackers

Maze Backpackers
1.5 star property
Haymarket
6.8 out of 10, (976 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is P4,520
P4,972 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Maze Backpackers
A coastal building with a balcony, a clear view of the sea, and a sign indicating 'ILES BUILDING'.

3. Shoreline Lodge Geraldton

Shoreline Lodge Geraldton
2.0 star property
Central Geraldton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (73 reviews)
"Cleaningness, safe parking, prime location"
Australia
jiwan
The price is P5,384
P5,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Shoreline Lodge Geraldton
A pool area with lounge chairs and a person in a pool.

4. BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (329 reviews)
"amazing activities"
Australia
Hugo Andres
BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel
An outdoor patio with a checkered floor, white walls, and multiple tables and chairs.

5. K2 Brisbane

K2 Brisbane
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (291 reviews)
"All was good very clean and quiet people were nice"
Australia
Heather
The price is P4,739
P5,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
K2 Brisbane
A reception desk with a sign that reads "EUROPA" above it.

6. Europa Melbourne - Hostel

Europa Melbourne - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (239 reviews)
"Great stay. Nice handy spot in the city."
Australia
Corey
The price is P3,445
P3,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Europa Melbourne - Hostel
A multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'Breeze Lodge' and a 'Luxury Short Term Accommodation & Backpackers' sign.

7. Breeze Lodge - Hostel

Breeze Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kangaroo Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"Great place to stay and look forward to staying again at some point"
Australia
Steve
Breeze Lodge - Hostel
A swimming pool with a mural of a bird on a brick wall.

8. Brisbane Quarters

Brisbane Quarters
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (168 reviews)
"very great stay, would recommend"
Canada
Julie
The price is P4,200
P4,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Brisbane Quarters
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

9. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is P8,775
P9,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
YHA Sydney Harbour
A hallway with a potted plant on a window sill, a door with a sign, and a brick wall visible through the window.

10. Elizabeth Hostel

Elizabeth Hostel
1.5 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
5.6 out of 10, (289 reviews)
"Close to Melbourne CBD. Close to Pub and Restaurants"
Australia
Stephanie
The price is P3,231
P3,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Elizabeth Hostel
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

11. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (109 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is P6,785
P7,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

12. The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hobart Central Business District
6.8 out of 10, (286 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Matthew
The price is P3,120
P3,432 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

13. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (53 reviews)
"Stayed on a solo trip for a week. First time In Australia and I found the hostel was a good fit for me I had the private room with en suite bathroom which was nice. It’s perfect for a solo traveler or a couple."
United States
Trevor
The price is P5,169
P5,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
A dining area with a long table and chairs, surrounded by walls adorned with framed pictures and artwork.

14. Wallaby Backpackers Hostel Perth - note - Valid passport required to check in

Wallaby Backpackers Hostel Perth - note - Valid passport required to check in
1.0 star property
Perth Central Business District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"the location is ok."
Australia
Charles
The price is P4,128
P4,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Wallaby Backpackers Hostel Perth - note - Valid passport required to check in
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a building.

15. Bounce Melbourne

Bounce Melbourne
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (225 reviews)
"Very convient hostel right outside Flinder's street station and within walkable distance to most of the city attractions. Very friendly staff and good amenities. The private curtains were very good for being able to have your own space as well."
Australia
Jessica
The price is P4,657
P5,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Bounce Melbourne
A dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, large windows with metal bars, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.

16. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
1.0 star property
Pyrmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (112 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is P7,565
P8,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
A rooftop pool with inflatable rings and a city skyline in the background.

17. Space Hotel - Hostel

Space Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"great hostel"
Australia
David
The price is P4,810
P5,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Space Hotel - Hostel
A sauna with wooden benches and benches covered with blue and white striped towels.

18. The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Excellent all round - close to beach and town."
Australia
James
The Surf House - Hostel
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

19. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (873 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is P5,584
P6,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
YHA Sydney Central
A modern bedroom with a bunk bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items.

20. Hostel G

Hostel G
2.5 star property
Perth City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (290 reviews)
"Good place for you want to stat just 1 night in perth"
Australia
Arifin
The price is P6,342
P6,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hostel G
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"The coffee in the bar found in the lobby was actually really good. The best we had whilst visiting Sydney"
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Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
4,977
Accommodation
270 Hostels
Lowest Price
P3,432
Highest Price
P9,653

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