Adelaide
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Dorm beds in Adelaide, Australia range from $17 to $70/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 8 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 5, Jul 4, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Adelaide, Australia
A typical dorm night in Adelaide runs about $17.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $17/night) and September the most expensive (from $21/night).
At $17/night and up, Adelaide is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Australia.
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Hostels we track in Adelaide
- YHA Adelaide Central 8.7 · 1,268 reviews
- Tequila Sunrise Hostel 8.9 · 923 reviews
- Adelaide Travellers Inn 3.9 · 370 reviews
- Port Adelaide Backpackers 5.7 · 272 reviews
- Base Camp Hostel 7.1 · 55 reviews
- Adelaide Backpackers and Travellers inn 4.9 · 28 reviews
- Shingo's Backpackers 5.7 · 9 reviews
- Econo Lodge East Adelaide
Local knowledge for Adelaide
Where to stay
Most hostels sit in the East End near Rundle Street or a few blocks west around Hindley Street. The East End is the better base: quieter at night, walkable to the Central Market on Gouger Street, and an easy walk to North Terrace's museums if you want free things to do.
Getting around
- The free tram runs from the CBD all the way to Glenelg Beach. If you board within the free zone you pay nothing, and the ride takes about 30 minutes. It's the easiest free half-day in the city.
- Central Market on Gouger Street is open Tuesday through Saturday and has the cheapest and most varied lunch options downtown. The Asian food hall section reliably runs cheap.
- Avoid booking on Hindley Street if you're a light sleeper. It's the main nightlife strip and loud on weekends until 3am. Rundle Street runs parallel two blocks north and is significantly calmer.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest in winter (June to August). February and March are the crunch months: the Adelaide Fringe and WOMADelaide run back to back, filling beds early and pushing prices up sharply.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Adelaide cost per night?
Dorm beds in Adelaide currently range from $17 to $70/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Adelaide?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Adelaide are July 5, July 4, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Adelaide?
HostelHawk currently tracks 8 hostels in Adelaide, Australia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Adelaide?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Adelaide, with dorm beds from $17/night.
Is Adelaide affordable compared to other hostel cities in Australia?
Adelaide is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Australia, with dorm prices starting from $17/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Adelaide?
Most hostels sit in the East End near Rundle Street or a few blocks west around Hindley Street. The East End is the better base: quieter at night, walkable to the Central Market on Gouger Street, and an easy walk to North Terrace's museums if you want free things to do.
What is the best time of year to visit Adelaide?
Hostels are cheapest in winter (June to August). February and March are the crunch months: the Adelaide Fringe and WOMADelaide run back to back, filling beds early and pushing prices up sharply.