Make the memories of a lifetime on a backpacking adventure through Western Australia. Explore the ancient gorges of the Kimberley and encounter the bright hues of the Coral Coast. Sip your way through the world-famous wineries of the south west or wander the eerie ghost towns of the Golden Outback. At the end of another day of discovery, rest up at a wallet-friendly backpackers or hostel, where you’ll find a unique atmosphere and comfortable accommodation.

Backpackers and hostels

Backpackers and hostels

  • Kangaroo Inn

    Kangaroo Inn brings to Perth an invigorating modern twist to the traditional inn, offering a combination of private and shared rooms all in a shared bathroom configuration. The private rooms include queen, king single, family and two-bed bunk room configurations accommodating between one and five people. The shared rooms include six-bed, four-bed and two-bedroom configurations and are booked by the bed. All guests enjoy in-room luxuries such as 4-star beds (either king single or queen size), hotel-grade linen and reverse cycle Daikin air-conditioning. Private room guests also enjoy a 32-inch LED ...

  • Ningaloo Club

    The Ningaloo Club is Ningaloo Coral Bay's modern, two-storey, backpackers resort, just footsteps from the beautiful white sand beaches of Coral Bay. Offering a range of accommodations including dorms, twin rooms and private double and double ensuite rooms located around a central landscaped area surrounding the swimming pool. The backpackers have a large entertaining area with pool tables and a licensed Manta Bar opening directly onto the pool area with an alfresco dining area and communal kitchen. Male and female ablution facilities are available on each of the two floors. Lockers and luggage ...

  • YHA Fremantle Prison

    Experience a historical and unique stay at the YHA Fremantle Prison. Built in the 1850's it's the only accommodation in Western Australia with UNESCO World Heritage Status. If you're feeling adventurous, sleep in the actual prison cells, chill in the former prison yards and outdoor areas, and explore the history of the prison's inmates. The property is located within the walls of the gaol and offers a combination of twin share cell rooms and multi-share rooms in former prison buildings, whilst there are family and private ensuite rooms in a completely new section. Relax with the volleyball court ...

  • Stay Rottnest Hostel and Dorms

    The hostel and dormitories are an affordable way to get the most out of your stay on the island. Private family rooms and shared options are available. Located in the historic Kingstown Barracks, Stay Rottnest Hostel and Dorms is a place to rest and meet like-minded travellers. Accommodation options range from private family rooms for larger groups to share to communal dormitories that provide the full hostel experience.This affordable accommodation attracts the adventurous at heart, so be sure to visit the shared spaces to swap stories with your fellow island wanderers.

  • Billabong Backpackers Resort

    Billabong Backpackers Resort Perth combines superior resort-style facilities with the unbeatable social atmosphere of a backpackers hostel to offer you luxury backpacking on Perth's best cafe strip. All rooms come with en-suite bathrooms and a balcony as standard. Their local Perth staff are great at what they do and will make it their mission to ensure you have the best experience possible in Perth no matter what your reason for visiting. They look forward to welcoming you at their backpackers hostel on Beaufort Street.

  • Fremantle Hostel

    Fremantle Hostel is a warm and cosy boutique hostel for backpackers who are travelling in the Perth region, Western Australia. Located in the heart of Fremantle, you’ll find the most amazing beaches, bars, cafes, clubs, restaurants and sights just a short stroll away. The iconic Fremantle Markets, Little Creatures Brewery, The Shipwreck Gallery, The Maritime Museum, Fremantle Prison and many other popular sights. They take huge pride in the cleanliness of the hostel, and often get told by their guests that they are the cleanest backpackers that they have stayed at in Australia. They make sure ...

Work and play in Western Australia

Western Australia's thriving economy means there are jobs for you now working across the State, from lively Perth to the famous Margaret River wine region, the rugged Kimberley to the otherworldly Coral Coast or the Golden Outback.

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