Brisbane
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Dorm beds in Brisbane, Australia range from $22 to $83/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 18 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 9, Jul 10, Jul 11.
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Hostel prices in Brisbane, Australia
A typical dorm night in Brisbane runs about $23.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $22/night) and September the most expensive (from $23/night).
At $22/night and up, Brisbane is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Australia.
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Hostels we track in Brisbane
- Bunk Brisbane 8.4 · 5,598 reviews
- City Backpackers HQ 7.8 · 2,997 reviews
- YHA Brisbane City 8.6 · 2,574 reviews
- Summer House Brisbane 8.2 · 2,362 reviews
- Chill Backpackers 6.9 · 1,844 reviews
- Somewhere to Stay Backpackers 7.6 · 1,272 reviews
- Breeze Lodge 8.4 · 879 reviews
- Roamer Brisbane 8.2 · 744 reviews
- Brisbane Quarters 8.4 · 547 reviews
- Tequila Sunrise Podstel Brisbane 9.3 · 241 reviews
- LyLo Brisbane 8.8 · 217 reviews
- Habitat Backpackers 5.7 · 117 reviews
Local knowledge for Brisbane
Where to stay
Fortitude Valley clusters most of the budget beds within a few blocks of Brunswick Street and the Valley train station, which makes late-night arrivals straightforward. South Bank is a quieter alternative that puts you next to the free Parklands pools and the Gallery of Modern Art, though hostels there tend to run a few dollars more per night.
Getting around
- The free CityHopper ferry connects South Bank, the CBD, Kangaroo Point, Howard Smith Wharves, and New Farm. Ride it instead of paying for a CityCat and you get a full river loop at no cost.
- Davies Park Market in West End runs Saturday mornings and has cheap cooked food stalls alongside produce. Cross the Goodwill Bridge from South Bank and you are there in ten minutes. Far better value than anything on Stanley Street Plaza.
- Book at least two weeks out for any weekend in September. Brisbane Festival fills the Valley and South Bank hostels with people who planned far in advance, and last-minute beds either disappear or spike.
When to go
February through May is the quietest stretch for hostel prices. Rates climb in September during Brisbane Festival and again in January when school holidays push demand across the whole city.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Brisbane cost per night?
Dorm beds in Brisbane currently range from $22 to $83/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Brisbane?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Brisbane are July 9, July 10, July 11.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Brisbane?
HostelHound currently tracks 18 hostels in Brisbane, Australia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Brisbane?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Brisbane, with dorm beds from $22/night.
Is Brisbane affordable compared to other hostel cities in Australia?
Brisbane is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Australia, with dorm prices starting from $22/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Brisbane?
Fortitude Valley clusters most of the budget beds within a few blocks of Brunswick Street and the Valley train station, which makes late-night arrivals straightforward. South Bank is a quieter alternative that puts you next to the free Parklands pools and the Gallery of Modern Art, though hostels there tend to run a few dollars more per night.
What is the best time of year to visit Brisbane?
February through May is the quietest stretch for hostel prices. Rates climb in September during Brisbane Festival and again in January when school holidays push demand across the whole city.