Hostels in Australia
50 properties hostels and budget dorms across 5 destinations in Australia, from € 50 per night for two adults.
Hostels in Australia at a glance
We track 50 properties hostels and budget dorms across 5 destinations in Australia. Sydney has the most with 17; Melbourne has the lowest starting price at € 50 a night. Typical prices across the country run from € 71 to € 111 depending on where you go, which is a wider gap than most travellers expect within one country. Staying in Sydney costs about 1.6 times what Melbourne does for the same kind of property, so if your plans are flexible the destination matters more than the hotel.
| Destination | Properties | From / night | Typical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 17 | from € 60 | € 111 |
| Melbourne | 13 | from € 50 | € 71 |
| Cairns | 9 | from € 55 | € 74 |
| Byron Bay | 6 | from € 82 | € 86 |
| Hobart | 5 | from € 58 | € 80 |
What to look for in hostels in Australia
Properties offering shared dormitories, private rooms, or both, with common areas that are the actual point. Modern hostels vary enormously: some are quiet and closer to a budget hotel, others run bar crawls every night. The guest reviews say which one you are booking far better than the description does.
Before you book, check
- Whether the rate is per bed or per room. This is the single most common booking mistake.
- Whether bed linen and towels are included or hired.
- Whether there are lockers, and whether they take your size of bag and your own padlock.
- Whether the dorm is mixed or single-sex, and how many beds are in it.
A four-bed dorm and a fourteen-bed dorm are the same product on a filter and a completely different night's sleep. Look at the room type, not just the price, and read the review score for the specific thing that matters to you: quiet, cleanliness, or atmosphere.
Worth it for: Solo travel, long trips, and anyone who would rather meet people than have a minibar.
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Frequently asked
How many hostels are there in Australia?
We can currently book 50 across 5 destinations in Australia, starting from €50 per night for two adults.
Which destination in Australia has the most?
Sydney, with 17 properties hostels and budget dorms.