Getting around
Fremantle is a highly walkable town, with free bike hire available from the Tourist Information Centre for those who prefer to explore on two wheels.
About 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! The hostel has an additional purpose-built building with ensuited private rooms for luxurious travellers.
Parking | Ticketed parking bays are available outside the property, however they are not managed or operated by YHA Fremantle Prison.
Group stays | Please book group accommodation for school-aged groups with our Groups team.
Follow YHA Fremantle Prison
YHA Fremantle Prison is a cashless property, with the exception of coin-operated laundry facilities. It is also 100% smoke-free, including both tobacco and e-cigarettes/vapes.
Co-living Rooms
All co-living rooms include:
Free Wi-Fi | Linen | Individual bed lights & powerpoints | Access to communal kitchen & games room
Co-living rooms may include: air conditioning and heating (not applicable to prison cell rooms**)
Guests must be over 18 years of age to stay in a co-living room
Private Rooms
All private rooms include:
Free Wi-Fi | Linen | Access to kitchen & games room
Private rooms may include: air conditioning and heating (not applicable to prison cell rooms)
Optional extras:
Ensuites, TVs, & fridges
Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry
- Kitchen
- Communal Lounge
- Outdoor area
- BBQ
- Free Luggage storage
- Paid Parking (offsite)
- Reading lights
- Hair dryers for hire
- Postal service
- Tour Desk
- Air conditioning (excluding cell rooms)
YHA Fremantle Prison features
- YHA Fremantle Prison has all the added comfort of a modern traveller's hostel - a mix of private and co-living rooms and modern facilities - all within a charming historic building.
- Learn about the rich history displayed throughout the hostel during your stay. World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison was built in the 1850s with the first convicts occupying it in 1855, all the way up until 1991. The women’s division of the prison is now the YHA Fremantle Prison YHA.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Internet speed will be subject to Wi-Fi coverage in the building.
Reviews of YHA Fremantle Prison
- "The property is great and we loved the history and the fact we stayed in a prison and not because we had to." - Kim
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For over 80 years, YHA Australia has been a safe and inclusive place for travellers from all walks of life. Guests are required to abide by YHA's house rules when staying at our properties.
Our location...
YHA would like to acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Nyoongar nation upon whose land this property is located. We pay our respects to the elders, past and present, and the extended Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We recognise their custodianship of the land, sea, & water for over 60,000 years.
| Traditional Place Name: | |
| Address: |
6A The Terrace Fremantle, Show location map |
| State: | WA, 6160 |
| Email: | stay@yha.com.au |
| Phone: | (+618) 9433 4305 |
| Hostel Manager: | Mel Hiller |
| Payment: | MasterCard,Visa |
| This is a cashless property |
Opening Times
| Hostel | Open all year |
| Reception |
9am-9pm | Arriving late? Please contact the property to arrange late check in (at least 24 hours in advance) as the above phone number/email is not monitored outside of office hours. Emergency phone located inside reception (door is always unlocked). Please contact property for alternative arrangements. |
| Check in | 2pm-9pm |
| Check out | until 10am | Before 9am: leave key in drop box at front door |
