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The 10 Best Hostels in Canberra, Australia

Some of the best backpacker spots in Canberra

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The Village Canberra is situated in the heart of Canberra’s city centre, making it the perfect spot to see the many sites Canberra has to offer, grab a meal, have a shop, or take a stroll through manicured and lush public parks.

The friendly staff, the location and affordability and it is a home away from home!

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7.6
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1,516 reviews
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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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Hostels that guests love in Canberra

  • Avg. price/night: £71.20
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 985 reviews
    Great location and for the price perfect for our weekend catch with family. If you're looking for a 5star experience in Canberra this isn't the place for you. Budget friendly, clean and really comfortable beds. Walking distance to great coffee and breakfast, as not really the facilities for that. Dickson was a great find, mini china town, lots of great food. I would stay here again.
    Carolyn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £90.73
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,476 reviews
    Spacious, great location, very quiet. Heaps of safe parking.
    Stacey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £148.20
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,206 reviews
    Great location, easy to get in and out, safe, quiet, air conditioned, comfortable, had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again. Lots of good cafes , pubs and restaurants in the area
    V
    Vassil
    Group
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 reviews
    Great location. Very comfortable. Very quiet area so close to the city. Very safe and clear instructions to enter the apartment. Free secure parking.
    Keith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £166.13
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,143 reviews
    Clean room and great location. Cheap parking is available during the weekend.
    Thien
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £168.24
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,552 reviews
    Great location closed to cafes & shopping centre. Very central location. Order Menulog and receptionist collects your order and keeps behind the desk. Other places just leave and anyone can take. Parking is easy and only $15 a night. A lot cheaper then when we stay in Sydney.
    Jillian
    People with friends
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,532 reviews
    Great location, could walk to city centre, cafes, restaurants, bars shops. Nice size apartment, free parking, trams nearby, good security and feel safe in apartments. Gym and pool in complex. Parks and gardens nearby
    Heather
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £84.72
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,821 reviews
    This could easily be a good, value for money budget accommodation with a great hot shower, and all the basics were there. However it had not been cleaned properly for a long time and some cheaply fixed things really let the property down.
    Christa
    Family with young children
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 124 reviews
    Great location near restaurants and noodle bars. Close to shops and the city centre. Spotlessly clean. Warm and sunny in the mornings with a nice spacious balcony. Thoughtful touches like fresh milk supplied. Easy access. Felt safe. Very happy. Would love to stay again. Highly recommend.
    Helene
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £75.94
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,548 reviews
    Lovely staff called after leaving my glasses behind. Some of the staff were quite stern but it is a budget hotel so I didn't book it for the entertainment. Overall a positive experience. Great location, comfortable bed, very clean, electric blankets. Nice easy parking & if you are wanting a ground floor unit ask in advance .
    COOMBS
    Young couple