Brisbane hostels

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Best Brisbane hostels

These are the best prices for 11-18 May.
Somewhere To Stay Backpackers - Brisbane - Balcony
Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
Highgate Hill
7.6Good(1043)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R1 653+
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Bunk Brisbane - Brisbane - Front desk
Bunk Brisbane
Fortitude Valley
7.8Good(1763)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
R2 277+
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Summer House Brisbane - Brisbane - Bedroom
Summer House Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
7.2Good(1507)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R401+
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Palm Hamilton Backpacker - Brisbane - Living room
Palm Hamilton Backpacker
Hamilton
5.0Fair(98)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 252+
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Breeze Lodge - Brisbane - Building
Breeze Lodge
Kangaroo Point
8.0Very Good(1153)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R701+
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Banana Bender Backpackers - Brisbane
Banana Bender Backpackers
Petrie Terrace
6.7Okay(480)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 322+
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Manley Harbour Backpackers - Brisbane
Manley Harbour Backpackers
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
R6 578+
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Brisbane Backpackers Resort - Brisbane
Brisbane Backpackers Resort
West End
7.3Good(1071)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R939+
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Yellow Submarine Backpackers - Brisbane
Yellow Submarine Backpackers
Brisbane CBD
5.4Fair(439)
R13 791+
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Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel - Brisbane
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel
West End
4.1Mediocre(1008)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R351+
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Tequila Sunrise Podstel Brisbane - Brisbane
Tequila Sunrise Podstel Brisbane
Brisbane CBD
8.8Very Good(465)
Free Wi-Fi
R551+
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Habitat Backpackers - Brisbane
Habitat Backpackers
Brisbane CBD
6.6Okay(525)
Free Wi-Fi
R434+
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Five 2 Home Backpacker - Brisbane
Five 2 Home Backpacker
Spring Hill
7.2Good(57)
R1 202+
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Palm Backpackers - Brisbane
Palm Backpackers
Hamilton
4.6Mediocre(25)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
R1 837+
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Bluetongue Backpackers - Brisbane
Bluetongue Backpackers
Fortitude Valley
6.2Okay(170)
R15 944+
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Aztec share accommodation Adress 133 Beckett Road - Brisbane
Aztec share accommodation Adress 133 Beckett Road
Brisbane, QLD, Australia
6.3Okay(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R952+
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Brisbane hostels near the city centre

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Brisbane Quarters - Brisbane - Bedroom
Brisbane Quarters
Spring Hill
8.3Very Good(2685)
R1 420+
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Yha Brisbane City - Brisbane - Bedroom
Yha Brisbane City
Brisbane CBD
8.3Very Good(4392)
R1 640+
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City Backpackers HQ - Brisbane - Pool
City Backpackers HQ
Brisbane CBD
7.1Good(1602)
R1 365+
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Chill Backpackers - Brisbane
Chill Backpackers
Brisbane CBD
6.8Okay(1587)
R1 443+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Brisbane

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Brisbane with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Brisbane?

Hostels are cheapest in Brisbane in July, with average rates of R592/night. In comparison, December is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 690/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Brisbane?

Friday offers the lowest rates in Brisbane, with an average nightly price of R630/night. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at R1 461/night.

How early should you book a hostel in Brisbane?

Book at least 70 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Brisbane hostel.

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How much is a Brisbane hostel?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
December
R800
R649
Cheapest month to stay with an average 11% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 154% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Brisbane hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Brisbane, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Brisbane in December and November.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 70 days before your stay to get the best price for a Brisbane hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Brisbane for 13 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Brisbane

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Brisbane?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Brisbane is R1 445 compared to R3 188 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Brisbane?

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