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The 10 Best Hostels in Darwin, Australia

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Ideally set in Darwin, The Cozy Hostel - Motel features air-conditioned rooms, free bikes, free WiFi and a garden. This 3-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a shared lounge. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a concierge service.

This is not big hostel and it’s like big house. So everyone is very friendly and nice vibes. Owner is also nice. When I asked something, he responded quickly and solved problem. I wish I stay long term. It must be fun.

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8.1
Very good
106 reviews
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£21
per night

MOM Darwin features an outdoor swimming pool, pool bar, and large outdoor deck area. This hostel provides a shared kitchen and lounge room. Both shared and private bathroom facilities are available. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a 24-hour front desk. MOM Darwin hosts a large number of licensed events throughout the dry season, from May to November.

Excellent facilities, with a variety of activities designed to make Mom's an enjoyable and fun experience. Would have to be one of the finest hostels in Australia

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6.6
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791 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Located in Darwin, 1.7 km from Mindil Beach, Darwin Hostel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. Featuring water sports facilities, the 4-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Really amazing hostel with a great manager Max, who makes you feel very welcome and comfortable! The hostel itself is right next to the city center but just these 3 minutes walking away, so you can enjoy a silent sleep. The pool and whole hostel atmosphere makes you feel like you’re in Hawaii or some exotic place, I had a truly fabulous time there!! :)

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6.2
Review score
218 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Located in the heart of Darwin's city centre, Youth Shack Backpackers features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a sun terrace. Darwin Harbour is just a 5-minute walk away.

The rooms at Youth Shack Darwin are all air conditioned, and come with a personal safety deposit box. Each room has a sink with a mirror and shared bathroom facilities.

the vibe, the people, the staff, the pool, the rooms, the events

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7.1
Good
594 reviews
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£23
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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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  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 6 reviews
    Great location, peaceful being away from the hustle and bustle but still close enough to the city. Magnificent views and the house was clean and safe with everything we needed. Plenty of space for 5 ppl. Will definitely miss the sunsets..
    Simone
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £90.79
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 106 reviews
    Great location in Darwin Cbd. . One of the best hostels I've stayed in. Made lots of good friends unlike other hostels where nobody will talk to you . It's also quiet enough to sleep if you are working.The owner has speedy response if any problems occur and great tips for things to do in the local area.
    Justin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £162.47
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,550 reviews
    Staff were very helpful and went out of their way to help. The parking was good . Rooms were not cheap but very good. I felt safe in this location
    Lewis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £94.21
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 851 reviews
    Great location very helpful staff willing to assist with any request. very good value for a budget hotel.
    Gordon
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £82.89
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,384 reviews
    Great location, friendly staff, clean and at a great budget price.
    Mark
    Solo traveller
  • 6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 218 reviews
    Always the best hostel choice in Darwin. No doubt!
    Ábel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £114.74
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 579 reviews
    A great location and well kitted out apartment. With a ground floor apartment we had easy access to pool and barbeque facilities. Easy, free parking was a plus. The staff were terrific - friendly and very helpful - nothing was too much trouble. We stayed for 30 nights and felt very safe and relaxed. Overall, a very pleasant stay.
    Lee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £64.28
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 790 reviews
    Location is very central, staff is nice and helpful. Like a normal busy backpacker hostel, bedrooms are busy and not the cleanest, bunk beds aren't he most comfortable but okay. Kitchen is quite usable with some free fridge space. Laundry was easily usable. Bathroom was spacious and clean.
    Linda Liis
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £144.74
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,529 reviews
    I wanted budget accommodation, that was not a hostel or anything with shared facilities. Argus was not only the cheapest at this next level, but included basic breakfast each morning, and the room was superb for this budget price. Also all staff I interacted with (both front counter, breakfast bar, and cleaning), were fantastic and could not be more happy to assist me as needed.
    Tony
    Solo traveller
  • 6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 218 reviews
    Best location if you are there for a good night in Darwin! Very cheap hostel and the pool area was nice to relax around! I liked that I could leave my luggage behind. My belongings felt safe there and there was plenty of space in the kitchen
    Sarah
    Young couple

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