My Favourite Hostels in Australia (Tested by a Long-Term Backpacker)
Sydney – Melbourne – Cairns and more: Hostels from all major backpacker hubs
Looking for the best hostels in Australia? After years of travelling and staying in hundreds of hostels, I’ve learned quickly what separates a great stay from a terrible one.
This page brings together all my guides and backpacker recommendations to my favourite hostels in Australia, carefully selected based on my hostel criteria. That includes social vibes, organised events, clean facilities, comfortable beds, good locations (short ways), and a proper kitchen for travellers who want to save money.
Browse the destinations below to find backpacker hostels where you can sleep well, meet great people, and enjoy your trip around Australia.
Most hostels can be easily compared and booked on Hostelworld, which has one of the largest hostel selections and real traveller reviews.
Pro Tip
Remember from my book? Always use and compare more than one platform to book your hostel. Especially in Australia, New Zealand and South-East Asia you can find special discounts in Agoda and trip.com not so much booking.com.
