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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, (488 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
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
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, (982 reviews)
"Perfect stay for a solo traveler, located centrally in the Sydney CBD, near both the light rail, bus and train lines. It’s also located a block away from a shopping center with a grocery store, pharmacy, and other eateries. While the building is quaint, the amenities, location and neighborhood make it a great place to base yourself if you plan on exploring Sydney."
United States
Irving
$79 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
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, (77 reviews)
"Cleaningness, safe parking, prime location"
Australia
jiwan
$74 nightly
The price is $82
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
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, (330 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, (297 reviews)
"Good location and nice clean facilities. Staff were very helpful."
Australia
Martin
$75 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
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, (242 reviews)
"Great stay. Nice handy spot in the city."
Australia
Corey
$57 nightly
The price is $63
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
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, (169 reviews)
"very great stay, would recommend"
Canada
Julie
$58 nightly
The price is $64
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
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, (963 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were helpful, kitchen area was also clean and useful."
Australia
roya
$146 nightly
The price is $161
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
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, (292 reviews)
"The hostel is located in the city centre, providing easy access to various parks, museums, and other attractions around the city."
Australia
Imelda
$52 nightly
The price is $58
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
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, (110 reviews)
"Fantastic hostel with lively staff and activities"
United Kingdom
Mariela Magaly
$119 nightly
The price is $131
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$50 nightly
The price is $55
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (60 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
$71 nightly
The price is $78
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
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
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
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, (227 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
$74 nightly
The price is $81
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
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, (116 reviews)
"Not the best but I would stay there again"
Australia
BENJAMIN
$101 nightly
The price is $111
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
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
$70 nightly
The price is $78
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Total with taxes and fees
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, (877 reviews)
"fair price for solo trip. you get what paid for."
Australia
QIANYING
$94 nightly
The price is $103
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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, (295 reviews)
"Only stay if with a group of mates"
Australia
Steven
$93 nightly
The price is $102
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel G
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Top Australia Hotel Reviews

Mercure Sydney

Mercure Sydney

8/10 Good
"Very nice hotel enjoyed our stay, excellent buffet breakfast! Family room could be a bit wider but otherwise very comfortable!"
Brendan 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Mercure Sydney

Price trends for hotels in Australia

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$99
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January
$115
February
$101
March
$95
April
$82
May
$82
June
$74
July
$79
August
$79
September
$89
October
$94
November
$99
December
$105
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in Australia. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,777
Accommodation
286 Hostels
Lowest Price
$55
Highest Price
$161

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