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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, (476 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 ฿2,602
฿2,862 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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, (975 reviews)
"Solid backpackers in good location"
Australia
David
The price is ฿2,160
฿2,376 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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, (61 reviews)
"Cleaningness, safe parking, prime location"
Australia
jiwan
The price is ฿2,908
฿3,199 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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, (327 reviews)
"Enjoyed my Stay and Looking forward to my next return visit for a bit of R&R"
Australia
Joe
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, (286 reviews)
"Amazing staff, very welcoming & accommodating"
Australia
Makayla
The price is ฿2,600
฿2,860 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
K2 Brisbane
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

6. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (952 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿4,286
฿4,714 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
YHA Sydney Harbour
A reception desk with a sign that reads "EUROPA" above it.

7. 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 ฿1,677
฿1,844 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Europa Melbourne - Hostel
A multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'Breeze Lodge' and a 'Luxury Short Term Accommodation & Backpackers' sign.

8. 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.

9. Brisbane Quarters

Brisbane Quarters
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"very great stay, would recommend"
Canada
Julie
The price is ฿2,269
฿2,496 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Brisbane Quarters
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a TV screen.

10. Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

Urban Nomad - Kings Cross
1.0 star property
Potts Point
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (47 reviews)
"Ma"
Canada
Van Tri Dung
The price is ฿2,328
฿2,561 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Urban Nomad - Kings Cross

11. The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel

The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Hobart Central Business District
6.8 out of 10, (285 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Matthew
The Backpackers Imperial Hotel - Hostel
A rooftop pool with inflatable rings and a city skyline in the background.

12. 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 place for exploring Melbourne."
United Kingdom
Alice
The price is ฿2,503
฿2,753 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Space Hotel - Hostel
A swimming pool with clear blue water, a beach, and a cityscape in the background.

13. Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
The price is ฿3,277
฿3,605 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Wake Up! Bondi Beach - Hostel

14. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"The service when I first got to the property was amazing, plus when I was leaving it was outstanding service from Bailey. Our room clean android Q"
Australia
Pamula
The price is ฿1,702
฿1,872 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Avenues Xchange
A sauna with wooden benches and benches covered with blue and white striped towels.

15. The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"Excellent all round - close to beach and town."
Australia
James
The price is ฿3,708
฿4,078 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Surf House - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a building.

16. Bounce Melbourne

Bounce Melbourne
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (221 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 ฿1,914
฿2,106 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Bounce Melbourne
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, surrounded by seating and potted plants.

17. YHA Sydney Central

YHA Sydney Central
2.0 star property
Haymarket
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (870 reviews)
"Love the Sydney Central YHA! Beautiful staff, great location, clean and great facilities :) "
Australia
Paddianne
The price is ฿2,929
฿3,222 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
YHA Sydney Central
A dining area with round tables and wooden chairs, large windows with metal bars, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.

18. Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour

Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
1.0 star property
Pyrmont
7.8 out of 10, Good, (111 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
The price is ฿3,594
฿3,953 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Azzurro Pod Hotel Darling Harbour
A dining area with a long table and chairs, surrounded by walls adorned with framed pictures and artwork.

19. 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
7.2 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Good value for money. Towels $5"
Australia
Charles
The price is ฿2,230
฿2,453 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Wallaby Backpackers Hostel Perth - note - Valid passport required to check in
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, a bar in the background, and a cityscape view.

20. YHA Brisbane City

YHA Brisbane City
2.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (467 reviews)
"Goood"
United States
Leyla
The price is ฿2,697
฿2,966 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
YHA Brisbane City
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Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

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"Location and price excellent Staff were friendly and helpful"
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Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne

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Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,536
Accommodation
267 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,844
Highest Price
฿4,714