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Tequila Sunrise Hostel Adelaide, hotel in Adelaide

Located just 2 minutes' walk from the Adelaide Central Bus Station, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Adelaide is 5 minutes’ walk from Chinatown and the Central Markets.

Facilities were better then expected, property was in a good location.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,096 reviews
YHA Adelaide Central, hotel in Adelaide

The award-winning YHA Adelaide Central offers modern air-conditioned accommodation in the heart of Adelaide city centre, overlooking picturesque Light Square.

Walking distance to shops, public transportation and location next to green space. Staff were helpful and lovely to speak with. Plenty of space and bright.Enjoyed having a balcony.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
2,563 reviews
Base Camp Hostel, hotel in Adelaide

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Base Camp Hostel is set in the centre of Adelaide, 1 km from Victoria Square.

Dinner is better than what I expected
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very good
351 reviews
Port Adelaide Backpackers, hotel in Adelaide

Ideally located in the Port Adelaide district of Adelaide, Port Adelaide Backpackers is set 400 metres from South Australian Maritime Museum, 13 km from Adelaide Convention Centre and 13 km from...

Perfect location to stay. Staff and people are friendly.
Scored 5.2
5.2
Rated passable
Average
349 reviews
Adelaide Travellers Inn Backpackers Hostel, hotel in Adelaide

In a prime location in the centre of Adelaide, Adelaide Travellers Inn Backpackers Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

The hostel was great, really friendly staff, and helped me with late check in. Great lounge area. The rooms are small but clean. Everyone has space. We even had a small bathroom ensuite for us four girls, but could also used the shared bathrooms in the hall. Enough bathrooms for everyone in the floor and fairly clean. At first the air conditioning was cold but it can be turned off or you can close the vents with a broomstick and then it’s good. The best part about the hostel - it is in the PERFECT place to see everything in Adelaide!
Scored 5.6
5.6
Rated okay
Above average
387 reviews
Shingo's Backpackers, hotel in Adelaide

Attractively located in Adelaide, Shingo's Backpackers features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

The lady receptionist always helpful
Scored 6.5
6.5
Rated pleasant
Pleasant
200 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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  • Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 32 reviews
    Great location, right in centre of city. Felt very safe and secure. Loved the access to indoor pool, sauna, steam room and heat indoor pool. Comfy bed, neat apartment, great that we had a secured car spot. Beautiful range of eateries/restaurants nearby. Would stay again definitely.
    Jane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.98
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,272 reviews
    Great location - you can walk everywhere in the Adelaide CBD. Seems like a safe area. Good kitchenette.
    Nichola
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £48.26
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 460 reviews
    great location and the pub is awesome. perfect for my needs to have a central base on a budget. Bands playing meant free entertainment and a lively atmosphere I didn't feel the need to leave on Saturday night although I has planned to go to a bar or club, in the end I stayed put and had a great night!
    Michael
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £137.82
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 824 reviews
    Great location, amazing pizza restaurant near by, coffee, pub, on-site parking for $17pn, clean, washing machine was great, very accommodating and lovely staff. Stayed in 1 bedroom apartment with 2 year old and was very safe and toddler friendly.
    Ashleigh
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £55.88
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,563 reviews
    Nice staff (very helpful organising your time and tourist activities to make the best of your time there, according to your needs, a and budget). Great atmosphere. Clean and comfy facilities and big, easy-to-lock lockers in the room. Well organised in general. I think, so far, the best hostel I have been to in Australia. Not the cheapest in Adelaide, but there is a good reason for that, Totally worth it.
    Elisa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £43.18
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 200 reviews
    I liked the common area, there is many sofas and tables. Kitchen looked good as well. The manager is lovely and caring and so were the guests. Very respectful and quiet, it is a small hostel and felt like a safe environment. It is probably the cheapest hostel i found on my 1.5 year australia trip
    Teresa
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £38.10
    Scored 5.2
    5.2
    Rated passable
    Average
     · 349 reviews
    great location next to semaphore beach and a short 10-15 min drive from the city. Derrick was VERY helpful on front desk, ensured we kept our double room for as long as we needed it due to car troubles & the hostel seems like it’s been renovated including rooms, kitchen, toilets/showers & security is amazing! never felt unsafe and everyone was very friendly! definitely recommend staying here (also free parking over the road for 24 hours which is great!) will stay again for sure if in Adelaide
    Joe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £70.61
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,968 reviews
    Cheap hotel did not have high expectations-it was very clean. Windows don't open, no outlook, but bed was comfortable. It is like staying at a Youth hostel or YMCA.
    Kath
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £76.20
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,829 reviews
    Great location, clean rooms and comfy for a work trip. Bed was comfy and had all the necessary items but didn’t feel like a cheap and budget place to stay.
    Kari
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £86.36
    Scored 6.3
    6.3
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,195 reviews
    Cheap , budget holiday accommodation. Great location . Basic but good value
    Sarah
    Family with young children

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