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The 10 Best Hostels in Brisbane, Australia

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Set in Brisbane and with Streets Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Minto Accommodation Brisbane offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is close to South Brisbane Station, Boggo Road Gaol and Queensland Performing Arts Complex (QPAC). The Gabba - Brisbane Cricket Ground is 2.5 km away and Queen Street Mall is 4.2 km from the hostel.

Very nice accommodation next to everything, very clean, quiet, mutual respect with everyone and a superb view from the balcony. And very friendly staff. I highly recommend it!

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9
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Situated in Brisbane and with Roma Street Parklands reachable within 1 km, Brisbane Quarters features an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.5 km from New Farm Riverwalk, 1.7 km from City Botanical Gardens and 1.6 km from Queensland Performing Arts Complex (QPAC). The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen.

All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area.

Best hostel we've ever stayed in, beautiful and stylish, great hostel culture, everything is well designed (common areas, rooms, breakfast, gym and bathrooms)

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8.1
Very good
2,632 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Accommodation at Breeze Lodge includes spacious, fully air-conditioned shared dormitory rooms and twin rooms with en suite bathrooms. Each bed includes a power point, reading light and secure locker. Linen is provided.

Super friendly helpful staff.

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8
Very good
188 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Just a 10-minute walk from Suncorp Stadium, Summer House Backpackers Brisbane features 8am to 10pm front desk, BBQ facilities and a rooftop terrace with amazing city and river views. Free unlimited WiFi and free tea/coffee are provided.

All the dormitory rooms are soundproofed and have air-conditioning, personal power points by your beds and personal in-room lockers.

Great location within the city. Coles is less than a 5 minute walk away and only a 15 minute walk to the city centre. Property is always cleaned as there is cleaners around daily. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The hostel host an activity every night as ranging from free food to free entertainment which is great to see as a backpacker. Would absolutely recommend to anyone, I initially booked for 2 weeks and extended my stay by another month. Great experience overall

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6.4
Review score
1,301 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Located in the centre of Brisbane, this hostel offers panoramic river and city views from the rooftop swimming pool. Guests have access to unlimited free Wi-Fi.

City Backpackers HQ is only 400 metres from the Roma Street Transit Centre and just 300 metres from the Brisbane River. The property is within walking distance to shopping, bars restaurants and Brisbane's vibrant nightlife.

Beautiful place, view and stay.

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7.3
Good
1,059 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Just 10 minutes’ walk from Roma Street Transit Centre and 450 metres from Suncorp Stadium, YHA Brisbane City features a stunning rooftop swimming pool overlooking the city and Brisbane River. All rooms offer secure card access. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Accommodation includes air-conditioned shared dormitory rooms and private rooms, some with en suite bathrooms.

Everything in that hotel was amazing 👌🏻

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7.6
Good
3,687 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Roma Street Parklands, Queensland Performing Arts Complex (QPAC) and South Brisbane Station. The nearest airport is Brisbane Airport, 14 km from Banana Backpackers.

Great staff, if you need anything Ben’s got you. Saw a bunch of negative reviews but honestly no complaints at all

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6.9
Review score
111 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Somewhere to Stay Backpackers is a unique resort style Queenslander house with gardens, large pool and cool veranda's for you to relax on, chill out, enjoy your meal or a drink and take in the BEST city views in Brisbane!!! The pool and garden areas offer lounge chairs, hammocks, outdoor games and last but not least... the warm Queensland sun.

The location is great! It's located right around the corner and South Bank is about a 20 minute walk. Super laid back place with friendly staff.

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7.8
Good
968 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Go Now Family Backpackers Hostel features free Wi-Fi access, free on-site parking. This simple accommodation is located a 20-minute walk from central Brisbane and the Southbank entertainment district.

You can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room in the comfort of a private room. Linen is provided in all rooms. Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared.

Location, people, convenience

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5.8
Review score
698 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

Bunk Brisbane

A comfortable, vibrant place to stay in Fortitude Valley. Bunk offers a mix of spacious dorm, double and twin private ensuite rooms in an old factory building on the edge of Brisbane’s CBD and Fortitude Valley. Spanning five levels, accommodation features high ceilings, large windows, natural finishes, original wooden floorboards and an industrial vibe throughout.

Bunk shared and private rooms

Location was excellent, My room had million dollar view, Kitchen was very clean and organised. People at reception were very welcoming, friendly and accomodating. Decor was stylish, combo of industrial plus artistic. Plenty of Roadside parking around just need to be patience as its Popular suburb. Bus strop at door step.

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7.5
Good
864 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Brisbane Quarters
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,632 reviews

    Situated in Brisbane and with Roma Street Parklands reachable within 1 km, Brisbane Quarters features an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge...

    Really friendly helpful staff. Well run and organised

  • City Backpackers HQ
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,059 reviews

    Located in the centre of Brisbane, this hostel offers panoramic river and city views from the rooftop swimming pool. Guests have access to unlimited free Wi-Fi.

    Close to the station, nice and clean, friendly staff

  • YHA Brisbane City
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,687 reviews

    Just 10 minutes’ walk from Roma Street Transit Centre and 450 metres from Suncorp Stadium, YHA Brisbane City features a stunning rooftop swimming pool overlooking the city and Brisbane River.

    Very clean and lovely staff and room was comfortable

  • Banana Backpackers
    Budget options available
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 111 reviews

    Set in Brisbane, within 700 metres of Suncorp Stadium and 1.1 km of Roma Street Station, Banana Backpackers provides free WiFi.

    The owners and staff were excellent and facilities good

  • Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 968 reviews

    Located in the heart of Brisbane's West End, surrounded by 100's of cheap cafes, bars, and restaurants we are only a short stroll to City Beach at South Bank and the Brisbane CBD.

    It was quiet as our room was tucked away from everyone

  • Chill Backpackers
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 428 reviews

    Welcome to our chilled backpacker hostel in the heart of Brisbane! Our hostel is the perfect base for exploring this vibrant city, being only a short walk to Suncorp stadium to view premium sports and...

    Friendly staff, spot super clean, aircon in the rooms

  • Minto Accommodation Brisbane
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 12 reviews

    Set in Brisbane and with Streets Beach reachable within 1.2 km, Minto Accommodation Brisbane offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Habitaciones espaciosas, cocina comoda y el caretaker es el mejor!

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Hostels that guests love in Brisbane

  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 33 reviews
    Well it was cheap but you get what you paid for. So for this price do not expect too much. Wifi was ok, aircon was not remote for it so it did not work. small room, no wardrobe, noisy bed but it was cheap. shared bathroom. If you are on a budget it might be ok for you.
    Manfred
    Solo traveller
  • 7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14 reviews
    Great Location for where I needed to be. Safe Environment
    Megan
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £75.45
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,632 reviews
    Nice hostel, better than average compared to a few I gave stayed elsewhere. Definitely one I would stay again if I'm on a budget. Great helpful staff.
    CBOY24
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £75.45
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,632 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve been to, very modern, clean, good breakfast, kitchen, great clean showers, pool is small but the outdoor area is nice, with a gym, ps4 games, and chill zone. Hostel feels like a hotel, great vibes people seem happy here. Staff are lovely, competent & helpful. Great area next to shops and short walk to the centre.
    Hannah
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £73.89
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,025 reviews
    Old and worn. But very very clean and everything worked. Good bed. Great location. Good meals. People very nice. A cheap safe place to stay. Very close to Sunnybank hospital and specialists Will be staying again
    burkinshaw
    Solo traveller
  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,301 reviews
    Great location within the city. Coles is less than a 5 minute walk away and only a 15 minute walk to the city centre. Property is always cleaned as there is cleaners around daily. The staff are so friendly and helpful. The hostel host an activity every night as ranging from free food to free entertainment which is great to see as a backpacker. Would absolutely recommend to anyone, I initially booked for 2 weeks and extended my stay by another month. Great experience overall
    Sean
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £132.22
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,378 reviews
    Great location. Clean hostel with helpful staff. I really liked that the bunk beds had privacy curtains which really improved my sleep and level of comfort. I will definitely stay here again.
    S
    Shinae
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £68.82
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 968 reviews
    Great location just outside of the city. Staff were friendly and helpful. The hostel itself was really nice - bunk beds in dorms had privacy curtains.
    Jemina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £85.86
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 864 reviews
    great location in fortitude valley. very smart for a hostel. the hostel has its own bar / club with cheap drinks. a free drink was on offer at 8pm which was a good opportunity to meet other travellers. very friendly staff from the front desk to bar to security. despite all this we had no trouble sleeping, no noise issues, etc. although that could be due to the placement of the room we had. my friend and I had a twin ensuite room which was comfortable and clean.
    Liam
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £75.45
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,632 reviews
    Wow what a hostel! I’ve experienced many hostels in my time but nothing compares to BQ. The design was more like a boutique hotel. The bathrooms were super modern and the bunk beds were spacious, comfortable and private. The free breakfast was a bonus and the staff were super friendly. 100% recommend to anyone looking to stay in Brisbane on a budget. Thank you for a fantastic stay BQ!
    Becky
    Solo traveller

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