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YHA Adelaide Central

2.0 star property
Adelaide's central hub puts travelers right near Victoria Square, making it easy to explore the city and return whenever needed - perfect for urban adventurers.

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YHA Adelaide Central offers a practical downtown base with free WiFi and laundry. Near Victoria Square, it has nearby grocery stores for essentials. Guests value the convenient location, luggage storage, and arcade/game room for downtime.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is ₹5,799
₹6,379 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar

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Queen Plus Two Ensuite Balcony | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus Two Ensuite Balcony

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Queen Room with Ensuite | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Plus One with Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
Desk
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Double Plus One Balcony with Shared Bathroom | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Plus One Balcony with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Queen Ensuite Balcony | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Ensuite Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Plus One Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double Plus 3 with Shared Bathroom | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Plus 3 with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Trundle Bed

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Double Plus 4 Balcony with Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Trundle Beds

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About the area

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, a neighbourhood in Adelaide, YHA Adelaide Central is near a metro station. Victoria Square and Westpac House are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Adelaide Oval. Visit our Adelaide travel guide
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135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000

What's nearby

  • Victoria Square featuring heritage architecture and a city
    Victoria Square
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Adelaide Central Market
    Adelaide Central Market
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A panoramic view of the Adelaide skyline from the River Torrens.
    Adelaide Convention Centre
    8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Adelaide Central Business District
    Rundle Mall
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Adelaide showing a church or cathedral, a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture
    University of Adelaide
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Pirie Street Tram Station
    6 min walk
  • City West Tram Stop
    8 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Union Hotel
    3 min walk
  • The Franklin Hotel
    3 min walk
  • TUTTO Cucina + Bar
    3 min walk
  • Elementary Coffee
    2 min walk
  • SOHO
    5 min walk

About this property

YHA Adelaide Central

Hostel near Victoria Square
Located close to Westpac House and Adelaide Central Market, YHA Adelaide Central provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and an arcade/games room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and laundry facilities.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and barbecues
  • Multilingual staff, a lift and a vending machine
  • A billiards/pool table, a water dispenser and ATM/banking services
Room features
All 60 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Recycling, communal kitchens and housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (AUD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 15 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 37 mi (60 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Adelaide Central YHA Hostel
Adelaide Central YHA
Adelaide Central YHA Hostel
YHA Adelaide Central Adelaide
YHA Adelaide Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Adelaide Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Adelaide Central pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Adelaide Central?

As of 21 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Adelaide Central on 18 Mar 2026 start from ₹5,799.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at YHA Adelaide Central?

Self-parking is available for AUD 15 per night.

What time is check-in at YHA Adelaide Central?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at YHA Adelaide Central?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Adelaide Central located?

Located in Adelaide Central Business District, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Square, Westpac House and Adelaide Central Market. Rundle Mall and University of Adelaide are also within 1 mi (2 km). City West Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Victoria Square - Tarndanyangga Tram Stop is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

YHA Adelaide Central Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 275 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money with friendly staff and lots of space to cook, eat and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Germain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, very clean, commodities are good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to everything and able to move around. Rooms ate pretty much sound proof and beds are comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and helpful staff. Close to Adelaide Central Markets and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really comfortable stay. Good Bed and a good price. Happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private room with ensuite was spacious, quiet, comfortable and spotless. Staff from reception to housekeeping were friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely! Great shared spaces and v good private room
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect for people of all ages looking for value for money and a comfortable stay. It is central to the Adelaide CDB and close to the Adelaide markets. Inclusive and accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was really great & helpful didn’t matter what time I got there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would highly recommend!!

One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at in Australia. Rooms were cleaned daily, beds comfortable, bathrooms clean. Kitchen got a big messy at times but do not believe that was at fault of the management but rather the other guests. Was spotless every morning. Lots of utensils, appliances and space to be shared! Reception was super friendly and check in/out was quick and easy! Short walk into city centre and bus stops to access beaches around the corner!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

janelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome! Clean. Modern. Quiet. Affordable. Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Chrishantha

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff not very friendly & welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Particularly friendly and informative staff. I even received access to bathrooms, kitchen & dining room and quiet room for the rest of the day after I had checked out. The only slight negatives I had were finding space in refrigerators in the kitchen to store my stuff, and the fact that guests ignored the request to dry and replace kitchen crockery and utensils after they had rinsed or washed them.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy location. Walking distance to Central Market, library, museum and many coffee shops. Recommend Elementary Coffee which is a couple streets down. We stayed in a private with ensuite and it was everything we needed. Had never stayed in a hostel before and as the mom of 20 somethings thought it was all dorms. It’s not and there were others my age or older.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Aleesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were lovely, parking was a pain until I knew of paid secure parking. Only problems there isn't much for children to do there and no nearby parks. Also there was a permanent smell in the woman's toilets on G level. Overall though great for a tempory stay. Don't forget to label your food 😉
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very good kitchen facilities, good room.

Room was fine for a standard hostel, very basic. We had a private room. Kitchen area was GREAT so many ovens and stove tops, loads of fridges for food......really good. The one thing that drove us INSANE on a 40 degree day, you had to go down to reception to get the AC turned on/off. So we are calling reception at 2am to get it turned off, no one answers, so we have to walk down the stairs at 2am. Just really puffed us off. I understand why they do it, but it meant we were then away till 4am trying to get back to sleep after going downstairs
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, comfortable and affordable

I stayed in a single room at YHA for 5 nights and really enjoyed my experience. All staff were super friendly and happy to help wherever they could. Having staff available at all hours of the day was also handy. The shared kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, crockery, cutlery and salt/pepper, and there was always room to cook alongside other guests. Travelling for work, I particularly enjoyed the number of spaces available for me to work when I needed a change of scenery. Wifi was also excellent. Room was very large and clean, and the shared bathroom was also clean (despite a number of showers being out of order, I never had to wait for facilities). Highly recommend the YHA as an affordable, comfortable accommodation option!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Narayan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well good place to stay overnight for a backpacker. Blanket maybe bit small for a person of height.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that there were a few communal areas, so you could choose where you wanted to hang out for reading or fresh air or TV, etc..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in heart of Adelaide

Great location, staff and guests. Can’t fault.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

aarron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the multiculturalism of the YHA. VERY HAPPY TO REST WELL. HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR ALL
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I happy to stay in YHA thank for that
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Amilla

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is right in the middle of Adelaide a lot to do nearby. However, my room was so dusty it made my nose run like a facet. Also, the beds were incredibly uncomfortable and not suitable for adults. The bunk beds are very unstable and felt as if they would rip over when you climbed them. Breakfast $14 for toast and cereal. Felt more like a low quality dorm than a professional accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025