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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, (484 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 €100
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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, (977 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"Cleaningness, safe parking, prime location"
Australia
jiwan
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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, (292 reviews)
"All was good very clean and quiet people were nice"
Australia
Heather
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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, (240 reviews)
"Great stay. Nice handy spot in the city."
Australia
Corey
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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 €65
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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, (961 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
The price is €145
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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, (290 reviews)
"DIDNT STY COMPUTER SYSTEM WAS DOWN"
Australia
Jasmine
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
Front of property

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 €48
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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, (57 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 €79
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 €64
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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, (226 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 €84
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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, (115 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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, (1,003 reviews)
"great hostel"
Australia
David
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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
A modern hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a view of the city through the window.

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 €87
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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, (291 reviews)
"Good place for you want to stat just 1 night in perth"
Australia
Arifin
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hostel G
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Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,269
Accommodation
288 Hostels
Lowest Price
€48
Highest Price
€145

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