Nothing really.

Location was great, not far from Freo centre. And where else do you get to stay in a prison?! The cells are small, but kind of the point! Kitchen facilities were also decent. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in April 2024

Limited beach access: Despite its proximity to the sea, there's only a small beach within walking distance Unpleasant view of the nearby commercial port Distance from Perth city center

The bedroom was clean and comfortable, especially the bed. Despite the lively nightlife in the area, the room was surprisingly quiet. The staff was friendly and helpful. The area surrounding is filled with restaurants and pubs, providing ample opportunities for enjoyable leisure time.

Stayed in April 2024

I got some food stolen even when it was labeled. toilet on my floor was closed for a couple of days! some people were noisy late at night.

The location was the best, followed by friendly reception. The kitchen was well stocked with crockery and cutlery.Ample room in fridges.

Stayed in March 2024

Happy the way it was

Not applicable

Stayed in April 2024

Could be more social

Lovely staff, really friendly and helpful. Aircon in our room wasn’t working upon arrival but staff came and fixed it within minutes. Clean kitchen and good spacious common areas. Great location, easy walk into Fremantle and to train station.

Stayed in April 2024

I couldn't open the curtains as the window faces the corridor (it is a open sky corridor but we people passes often). So I will say it miss some privacy.

Great being inside a WHS prison Good kitchen I stayed in a private room with ensuite. Good room size, clean, with all necessary amenities Great location at walking distance to the main streets and the harbour

Stayed in April 2024

The ventilation in the bedroom is very bad, it’s warm all day, there is no mirror in the room.

I like the building v much, it’s like a prison

Stayed in April 2024

bathroom and toilets in the old building

unique experience

Stayed in April 2024

Very friendly and helpful staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Maintenance wasn’t great. The toilet on my floor leaked and the floor was wet plus soaked the toilet paper. A blind in my room fell off it’s fixing when adjusted.

Staff were really friendly and helpful. Kitchen and outdoor areas were great. Well organised food prep area. Rooms (cells) were light and not claustrophobic.

Stayed in April 2024

One morning one of the members of staff was singing while she was cleaning, in Spanish (I think). She had the most wonderful voice. It was so special to hear. 🥰

Stayed in April 2024

Not much- the history of the prison and Fremantle itself - it had so much to offer. Beautiful city to explore.

The vibe was so relaxed, people quietly doing their own thing in each of the common areas - inside and outdoors. The kitchen was huge and easily shared by half a dozen people at once. With no stress. I really felt that inclusion of ages and cultures was handled beautifully. The staff were lovely, organised, but not in your face. They were knowledgable and able to direct us to solutions e.g. parking arrangements with PayStay. The prison was historical and fascinating. Nothing was perfect but the authenticity of the venue was such an experience. The cell we slept in - really made you reflect upon what it was like for the convicts.

Stayed in April 2024

tv didn’t work

Location was perfect for our visit to Fremantle History and info around the accommodation

Stayed in April 2024

It was pricey :/

Kitchen!!!

Stayed in April 2024

i thought it would be nice to have some privacy curtains for each bed, the water pressure for the shower isnt great either but this is just nitpicking!

the location was great! i was able to do all my sightseeing via walking (ie to the ferry terminal to visit rottnest, around town, visit fremantle market and visit the prison), the hostel was quite clean and very chill. couldn't join the hostel activities but saw on the calendar that activities were quite regular!

Stayed in March 2024

Great location in Fremantle. Big, clean kitchen and super friendly staff. Would stay here again!

Stayed in March 2024

Reception closed too early

Good location Good feel of living in the prison Clean facilities

Stayed in April 2024

The bedroom door of my dorm was stiff and needed to be slammed shut to properly close it - not appreciated by the sleeping guests in the dorm room I’m sure. Few toilets and shower facilities for the number of guests. I wanted to use the female shower at 9am on a Sunday morning and it was closed off for cleaning so I had to use a mixed bathroom/shower wet room and it wasn’t the most pleasant experience, very small, no proper ventilation. I had used the female shower room the night before though and it was great - spacious, clean, fully functional.

The staff were great, so friendly and helpful with recommendations of the area, places to eat etc. Tons of break out areas, cool interiors/exteriors and located next to the prison you can visit for the day. Free sunscreen, and drinks to buy, as well as the free breakfast pancakes were all nice extra touches and not expected. Great location, close to the Fremantle markets, coffee shops, restaurants, Little Creatures brewery.

Stayed in March 2024

Only thing was the toilets. Only one toilet next to our door rooms and when that was in use had to go over through the kitchen and common to the new building just a little inconvenient

Big spacious kitchen and common area which is kept clean. Very cool interiors and a nice quiet chilled hostel in a good location to Freo

Stayed in March 2024

Bathroom far from the rooms

The historical building. The kitchen and bathrooms cleanest I’d seen in hostels

Stayed in March 2024

The prison experience without the rape

Felt like a real prison experience without the rape.

Stayed in February 2024

Aircon wasn't effective enough. A good walk away from everything.

Unique facilities.

Stayed in March 2024

Parking was a struggle to find, something cheap enough . But then we found free parking & had to walk 10 minutes back, which was fine for us

The convenience that you could walk everywhere and it didn't cost that much. Was good to chat with different people

Stayed in March 2024

Someone stole my towel

Stayed in March 2024