Where are you sleeping this festival season?

We’ve got you covered. YHA has festival accommodation at camping prices in an abundance of locations, which means you don’t need to sleep on a deflated blow up mattress next your mate Ryan who reeks because he hasn’t showered in 3 days. Ew.

If your festival is in…

Melbourne

Melbourne Central YHA is going to be your Melbourne festival hub – centrally located with so much going on, beds here are going to book up quick. Grab you and your mates a dorm or if you want to live that fancy life, book yourself into one of their private rooms #noregrets. Plus, there’s a bar, a bunch of activities, super rad people and sweet vibes, so you know you’re going to have an ace time.

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If you prefer something a little more low key, in a less hectic but still very happening area, consider Melbourne Metro YHA. With activities like kickboxing, rooftop yoga and wine and cheese night, you’ll be looking fine and be super fly since you’re not drinking your wine out of a goon sack like every other backpacker.

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Adelaide

Adelaide Central YHA is the place to be. Large spacious common areas mean there’s more room for you and your mates to chill out after a long day of partying. Or if you want to keep the party vibes going on, pump yourselves up with some table tennis or pool before heading out to one of the nearby bars to groove the night away.

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Hobart

Insanely close to Salamanca and Hobart’s primo nightlife spots, Hobart Central YHA is perfect for those looking for a post-festival party. Wind down in their common room or for those who want to keep going, challenge your mates to a game of drunk Monopoly. Whoever can catch the banker stealing extra cash wins.

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Fremantle

There’s no better spot in Freo than Fremantle Prison YHA, especially if you’re going to Falls Festival. Falls Festival will be rocking out on Parry St and Fremantle Oval, which is on Fremantle Prison YHA’s doorstep. We bet that if you’re relaxing on the grass at the hostel, you’ll be able to hear all the sweet tunes from Falls…

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Perth

Large communal spaces, knowledgeable staff and a central location all wrapped up in an art deco building – that’s Perth City YHA. In the heart of the city and a short walk from hip, funky Northbridge, it’s a great place to stay if you want the festival feels to continue after it has left town.

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Port Fairy

Oozing charm and that small town vibe, Port Fairy YHA is located in the heart of Port Fairy, making it perfect for festival goers. With a variety of rooms, a great outdoor area and super friendly and helpful staff, how could you not book your bed at Port Fairy YHA?

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Byron Bay

There’s not one, but two hostels in Byron Bay for people to choose from. Byron Bay YHA has undergone a major expansion which added a bucket load more beds, plus some sweet new communal spaces. There’s also a swimming pool and deck for you to relax by after a long day of partying.

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Cape Byron YHA is located in the centre of town and embodies those chilled out, surfer vibes that Byron Bay is so famous for. With a swimming pool, BBQ, café, dive, centre and surf school, your festival going experience will be taken to the next level!

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Brisbane

Loads of weekly activities to keep you entertained and meeting awesome people, an onsite café to keep you fed and a rooftop pool with stellar views of Brisbane to keep you cool – that’s Brisbane City YHA in a nutshell. Festival goers will love its chilled out vibes and comfy, comfy beds.

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Sydney

Festival goers, you have so many hostels to choose from in Sydney, that it’s a little ridiculous. We’re just going to focus on the big 3, but if you want to check them all out, they’re here. 

The big daddy of Sydney’s YHA hostels is Sydney Harbour YHA. Located in the historic Rocks district with stunning million dollar views of Sydney Harbour, Opera House and Harbour Bridge from its rooftop, this YHA combines amazing facilities with a historical experience.It’s within walking distance of Sydney’s top sights, so how could you not stay here?

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Sydney’s most chilled out hostel (so you know you’re in the right place), Railway Square YHA, has a spa, café, foosball tables, sweet communal spaces and a deck for you to soak up the sunshine. Plus what hostel gives you the opportunity to stay in former train carriages? This one.

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Last, but definitely not least, is Sydney Central YHA. Opposite Central Station, it has everything a festival goer could want – onsite café, movie theatre, pool table, an excellent rooftop that hosts many a rooftop party in summer, swimming pool, sauna and a basement bar. What more could you want from your festival accommodation?

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So what are you waiting for? Hop on it and book your YHA today because these babies won’t remain empty for long. Plus you get the cheapest rates for booking direct on yha.com.au, so that’s just an extra bonus for your festival experience!