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Adelaide Travellers Inn - Hostel

Adelaide Travellers Inn - Hostel

2.5 out of 5
220 Hutt Street Adelaide SA, (Backpacker/Hostel), Adelaide, SA
The price is AU$40 per night from 9 Mar. to 10 Mar.

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Himeji Gardens, Adelaide Central Market and University of Adelaide. Victoria ...…

3.2/5 (64 reviews)
One of the best place for backpackers kn Adelaide

"Cheap but everything is easy and comfortable"…"

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2020

Adelaide Travellers Inn - Hostel
Port Adelaide Backpackers

Port Adelaide Backpackers

2 out of 5
24 Nile St, Port Adelaide, SA
The price is AU$47 per night from 13 Mar. to 14 Mar.

Located in Port Adelaide, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of South Australian Maritime Museum and Australian Museum of Childhood. Semaphore Jetty and ...…

3.5/5Good! (48 reviews)
A good place to stay

"Nice, clean, 30 min walking from beach"…"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2020

Port Adelaide Backpackers
Adelaide Central YHA - Hostel

Adelaide Central YHA - Hostel

3 out of 5
135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$108 per night from 8 Mar. to 9 Mar.

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Westpac House, Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square. Rundle Mall ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (174 reviews)

"I like that breakfast is provided and that the commons area was plenty spacious with even TV and study rooms available. I just wish there were more wall outlets available in each of these rooms."…"

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2021

Adelaide Central YHA - Hostel
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Hostel 109 Flashpackers

Hostel 109 Flashpackers

2 out of 5
109 Carrington Street, Adelaide, SA
The price is AU$75 per night from 1 Apr. to 2 Apr.

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square. Rundle Mall and University ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (45 reviews)

"Close to public transport & most sights. Sharing room with noisy Males SNORING all night."…"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2020

Hostel 109 Flashpackers
Tequila Sunrise Hostel (Adelaide)

Tequila Sunrise Hostel (Adelaide)

2 out of 5
123 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Town Hall, Victoria Square and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle ...…

3.7/5Good! (54 reviews)
What a gem, just stay here

"Great staff and location, you will struggle to do better than this place in Adelaide"…"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2020

Tequila Sunrise Hostel (Adelaide)
Blue Galah Backpackers Hostel

Blue Galah Backpackers Hostel

2 out of 5
Level 1, 62 King William Street, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of State Library of South Australia and Adelaide Oval. Adelaide Botanic ...…

3.2/5 (16 reviews)

"Good place and good location with a friendly staff and one bar available on the balcony. Clean and tidy. Unfortunate my room was close to the bar and it's so loud the week end till 2 a.m that it's not possibe to sleep."…"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2018

Blue Galah Backpackers Hostel
Glenelg Beach Hostel

Glenelg Beach Hostel

2 out of 5
1 7 MOSELEY STREET, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Glenelg, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Jetty Road, Glenelg Beach and Glenelg Jetty. Brighton Beach and West Beach are also within 3 miles ...…

3.9/5Good! (75 reviews)

"All staffs were full of kindness and storing a luggage service was available with that made me happy. However, the bathroom was disgusting! This hotel is with the balcony of a beer bar so that customers who just have a fun of drinking can get inside anytime even when we are taking shower. Actually, ..."…"

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2020

Glenelg Beach Hostel
McLaren Vale Backpackers

McLaren Vale Backpackers

2 out of 5
106 Main Road, McLaren Vale, SA
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Located in McLaren Vale, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Maxwell Wines, Tapestry Wines and Primo Estate. Hugh Hamilton Wines and d'Arenberg Wines are ...…

5/5Exceptional! (1 review)

"Great stay, everything I needed, clean, staff are always helpful, I'm back again for one night per week"…"

Reviewed on 28 Sep. 2017

McLaren Vale Backpackers
My Place & Adelaide Backpackers Hostel

My Place & Adelaide Backpackers Hostel

2 out of 5
257 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$49 per night from 8 Mar. to 9 Mar.

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Lion Arts Centre, Royal Adelaide Hospital and Adelaide Central Market. ...…

3/5 (2 reviews)

"If I had known that my room was going to be directly across from the reception desk, I'd have paid an extra $15 and stayed in a hotel instead of here. I booked this accommodation so that I could enjoy a rare night out with friends in the city (I currently reside three hours from the city) and was ..."…"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2018

My Place & Adelaide Backpackers Hostel
Adelaide Travellers Inn Hindley Street

Adelaide Travellers Inn Hindley Street

268 Hindley St, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Adelaide Health & Medical Sciences Building, Royal Adelaide ...…

Adelaide Travellers Inn Hindley Street
The Guesthouse - Hostel

The Guesthouse - Hostel

2.5 out of 5
144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Square, Rundle Mall and Adelaide Central Market. University ...…

3.8/5Good! (61 reviews)

"I liked the offer to stay in the common room and kitchen after I had checked out. There was a severe heatwave at the time. I was grateful for this. Also, I found the accommodation clean although basic with aircon and TV, free WiFi and the bed was comfortable. New pillows would be good."…"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2019

The Guesthouse - Hostel
Backpack Oz - Hostel

Backpack Oz - Hostel

2.5 out of 5
144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Victoria Square, Rundle Mall and Adelaide Central Market. Adelaide Oval ...…

3.9/5Very Good! (98 reviews)
Nice place

"Comfortable clean and tidy single room in the centre of the city. Staff were really helpful."…"

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2020

Backpack Oz - Hostel
Shingos Backpackers

Shingos Backpackers

1 out of 5
118 Carrington Street, Adelaide, SA
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Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square. Rundle Mall and University ...…

Shingos Backpackers
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Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites

4.5 out of 5
16 Holdfast Promenade Glenelg, Glenelg, SA
The price is AU$154 per night from 21 Mar. to 22 Mar.
4.2/5Excellent! (2,318 reviews)

"Close to beach front and plenty of restaurants to choose from"…"

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2021

Oaks Glenelg Plaza Pier Suites
Crowne Plaza Adelaide

Crowne Plaza Adelaide

4.5 out of 5
27 FROME STREET, Adelaide, SA
The price is AU$195 per night from 10 Mar. to 11 Mar.
4.1/5Very Good! (29 reviews)

"New hotel was a great design and clean. We checked in and our bathroom hadn’t been re-stocked with soaps. Gave us an upgrade to a higher floor. Room service staff didn’t no what’s drinks the bar had an said they don’t have it, when they actually did."…"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2021

Crowne Plaza Adelaide
InterContinental Adelaide

InterContinental Adelaide

5 out of 5
North Terrace, Adelaide, SA
The price is AU$162 per night from 5 Apr. to 6 Apr.
4.4/5Excellent! (955 reviews)

"Great and clean room and customer service Also very good breakfast"…"

Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2021

InterContinental Adelaide
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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Adelaide?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the natural parks create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of different forms, but all of them have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Adelaide?
Based on reviews from our guests, these Adelaide hostels are some of the most popular ones: Adelaide Central YHA - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Central Market and Victoria Square. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a shared/communal kitchen, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find showers, hairdryers and linens in all rooms. Adelaide Travellers Inn - Hostel - Property features include free parking, a shared/communal kitchen and free bike hire. Rooms come with TVs. Hostel 109 Flashpackers - Located within a 10-minute walk of Adelaide Central Market. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with desks. Tequila Sunrise Hostel (Adelaide) - Located within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Square and Adelaide Central Market. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and a bar. Rooms come with showers, lockers and linens. Port Adelaide Backpackers - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a bar.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Adelaide?
If you’re looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Adelaide, one of Expedia’s 12 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Adelaide?
Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Adelaide is 483 inches.
What is there to see and do in Adelaide?
Generally, Adelaide is known for its restaurants, sports and parks. Major attractions include Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval and Henley Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Glenelg Beach, Brighton Beach and Victoria Square. Cultural attractions include Adelaide Festival Centre, Migration Museum and South Australian Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Adelaide while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Adelaide in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Adelaide, SA (ADL), located 4 mi (6.5 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Make your way to Munno Para Station for metro travel. To explore more of the area, hop on a train at Adelaide Station, Pirie Street Tram Station or Adelaide Mile End Station.

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