YHA Australia has great hostels all around the country. From Sydney to Perth, Darwin to Hobart, and everywhere in between - there's a YHA hostel for you!
No two hostels are the same - you could be sleeping in a train carriage, an old movie theatre, a former prison cell, a tropical bungalow or a purpose-built eco-hostel.
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If you have a group of 10 or more and are looking for affordable, quality group accommodation, lots of city and rural YHA hostels have excellent facilities for you. Some hostels can even provide meals for your group as well!
YHA Australia is part of the world's largest backpacker accommodation network, Hostelling International (HI), providing more than 4,000 hostels in over 60 countries.
The only place where two World Heritage sites collide; the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Visit Cape Tribulation and step from the beach onto the walking track of an ancient rainforest. Journey to Cooktown for a rare glimpse into Australia’s Indigenous and colonial history. Dive into the technicolour water world in Cairns to exploring coral ecosystems as you scuba dive or snorkel the reef. Mission Beach is a relaxed seaside village with an endless summer and home to the elusive cassowary.
Winner of the 2014 Best Backpacker Awards in the Queensland Tourism Awards, Cairns Central YHA Backpackers Hostel has all a backpacker needs for a comfortable stay.
Cape Trib Beach House YHA Hostel is nestled deep within the 110 million-year-old Daintree Rainforest on seven acres of beachfront.
Pam's Place YHA backpackers hostel, is located in Cooktown and the hostel provides complimentary tea and coffee to guests. Multi-share, private rooms and self-contained units are available.
Mission Beach YHA is a family owned resort style backpacker hostel only 50 meters to the spectacular Mission Beach, next to bars and local restaurants.
Winner of the 2014 and 2015 Best YHA in Queensland, YHA Port Douglas is more like a travelers resort. Luxurious private and share rooms and just a 5 minute walk to the beach.
YHA members receive at least 10% off accommodation at all YHA hostels around Australia.
This property is not a member of the YHA network however you can still book your accommodation here. Hostels standards may vary and YHA member discounts do not apply.