Hostel Adelaide Central YHA

135 Waymouth Street Adelaide, Adelaide Central Business District, 5000 Adelaide, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 639 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.5
Very Good
639 reviews

Location & money for value. Good facilities too.

Ying Australia

Lovely experience, people were very welcoming, let me leave my bike behind to pick up later as the weather was so hot!

Susanne Australia

convenient to go anywhere, the place is clean and quiet at night, everyone is so friendly.

Yi Australia

Friendly staff Good location Room and toilet are very clean

Shimin China

The location is pretty close to bus routes. The room was clean and had good luggage storage and electric plugs. The reception desk staff were very extremely helpful and always friendly. The kitchen was nice and clean

Letitia Australia

Great location, great staff, comfortable bed, spacious room, great kitchen and quite spacious areas all around! Excellent value for money!

Joas Australia

They were doing a great job with keeping all facilities clean. It was a quiet and comfortable hostel, the staff was nice and helpful. During the Covid crisis, wash-your-hand signs and hand sanitizers were installed at important locations throughout the hostel.

Nadia United States of America

We stayed because it was the meeting point for adventure tours - very simple. We also got a discount on the next YHA booking.

Jacqueline Australia

Friendly Staff Good Location Free BBQ on Christmas day

Guilherme Australia

The huge lounge is perfect for socializing, Perfect location in central Adelaide, Friendly staff

Thibault France
8.5
Very Good
639 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location & money for value. Good facilities too.”
    Ying Ying Australia Australia
  • “Lovely experience, people were very welcoming, let me leave my bike behind to pick up later as the weather was so hot!”
    Susanne Susanne Australia Australia
  • “convenient to go anywhere, the place is clean and quiet at night, everyone is so friendly.”
    Yi Yi Australia Australia
  • “Friendly staff Good location Room and toilet are very clean”
    Shimin Shimin China China
  • “The location is pretty close to bus routes. The room was clean and had good luggage storage and electric plugs. The reception desk staff were very extremely helpful and always friendly.”
    Letitia Letitia Australia Australia
  • “Great location, great staff, comfortable bed, spacious room, great kitchen and quite spacious areas all around! Excellent value for money!”
    Joas Joas Australia Australia
  • “They were doing a great job with keeping all facilities clean. It was a quiet and comfortable hostel, the staff was nice and helpful.”
    Nadia Nadia United States of America United States of America
  • “We stayed because it was the meeting point for adventure tours - very simple. We also got a discount on the next YHA booking.”
    Jacqueline Jacqueline Australia Australia
  • “Friendly Staff Good Location Free BBQ on Christmas day”
    Guilherme Guilherme Australia Australia
  • “The huge lounge is perfect for socializing, Perfect location in central Adelaide, Friendly staff”
    Thibault Thibault France France

Categories:

  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi8.9

Stay in the heart of Adelaide – Excellent location – show map

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The award-winning Adelaide Central YHA offers modern air-conditioned accommodations in the heart of Adelaide city center, overlooking picturesque Light Square. Guests have a choice of dormitory and private rooms. Free WiFi is available all throughout the hostel.

Each air-conditioned room include large lockers, personal bed lights and fresh decor. All rooms offer a private or shared bathroom. Some rooms also have a balcony with outdoor seating. Private rooms with private bathrooms also offer a TV and tea/coffee making facilities.

Facilities at Adelaide Central YHA include 24-hour internet, luggage storage, shared dining room and a self-catering kitchen. The communal lounge area offers comfortable sofas, plus a flat-screen TV with a DVD player and cable channels. The hostel also offers a tour booking service.

Adelaide Central YHA is ideally located for enjoying the West End, with markets, shopping, restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs within walking distance. The property is just 20 minutes' by bus from Adelaide Airport or Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal.

This is our guests' favorite part of Adelaide, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

Adelaide Central YHA has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jul 7, 2011
 Hotel chain/brand: Youth Hostels Association

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Most popular amenities

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Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Parking on site

Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of Adelaide, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom
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  • 1 sofa bed
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Double Room with Private Bathroom
  • 1 twin bed and
  • 1 full bed
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Max adults: 4. Max children: 3
Family Room with Private Bathroom
  • 1 full bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

8.5
Very Good · 639 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.2
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness8.7
  • Comfort8.5
  • Value for money8.6
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi8.9

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See what guests loved the most:

  • Ying Australia

    “Location & money for value. Good facilities too.”

  • Susanne Australia

    “Lovely experience, people were very welcoming, let me leave my bike behind to pick up later as the weather was so hot!”

  • Yi Australia

    “convenient to go anywhere, the place is clean and quiet at night, everyone is so friendly.”

  • Shimin China

    “Friendly staff Good location Room and toilet are very clean”

  • Letitia Australia

    “The location is pretty close to bus routes. The room was clean and had good luggage storage and electric plugs. The reception desk staff were very extremely helpful and always friendly. The kitchen was nice and clean”

  • Joas Australia

    “Great location, great staff, comfortable bed, spacious room, great kitchen and quite spacious areas all around! Excellent value for money!”

  • Nadia United States of America

    “They were doing a great job with keeping all facilities clean. It was a quiet and comfortable hostel, the staff was nice and helpful. During the Covid crisis, wash-your-hand signs and hand sanitizers were installed at important locations throughout the hostel.”

  • Jacqueline Australia

    “We stayed because it was the meeting point for adventure tours - very simple. We also got a discount on the next YHA booking.”

  • Guilherme Australia

    “Friendly Staff Good Location Free BBQ on Christmas day”

  • Thibault France

    “The huge lounge is perfect for socializing, Perfect location in central Adelaide, Friendly staff”

Property questions and answers
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  • Is it noisy at night?
    Adelaide Central YHA is located in the CBD and is close to local bars, café and restaurants. The good news is these venues are not too close, for noise to be an issue. The weekend is livelier but not to the extent it will interrupt a good night’s sleep. If you are sleep sensitive let our reception team know and we will try to offer you a quieter room on an upper level.
    Asked about: Double Room with Private Bathroom • Answered on November 12, 2019
  • Do you offer luggage storage?
    Yes we have free luggage storage for our guests waiting to check in or should you be catching transport out of Adelaide later in the day and need to store your bags for a few hours. Adelaide is a gateway to Kangaroo and the Flinders Ranges so we are always happy to provide free luggage storage for guests on overnight tours.
    Answered on November 12, 2019
  • can 2 Adults and a child, 10 yrs old stay in a double room?
    These rooms have a double bed and a pull out trundle bed. If the adults are sharing the double bed, there will be enough space for 2 adults and 1 child
    Asked about: Double Room with Private Bathroom • Answered on February 23, 2022
  • Hi, how many occupants will be in the 6 beds dorm room at the moment?
    Hi there, we are currently at full capacity.
    Answered on February 23, 2022
  • Hi guys, I was just wondering if there is a parking spot available and if I book a bed with your hostel it’d be ok if I sleep in my car with my dog?
    Thank you for your message. Unfortunately, that is not an option.
    Answered on May 30, 2021

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • The Gallery
    0.2 miles
  • Adelaide Central Market
    0.3 miles
  • Adelaide Central Market
    0.3 miles
  • Adelaide Town Hall
    0.3 miles
  • SAHMRI
    0.4 miles
  • Beehive Corner Building
    0.4 miles
  • Art Gallery of South Australia
    0.4 miles
  • Rundle Mall
    0.4 miles
  • Victoria Square
    0.4 miles
  • Parliament House, Adelaide
    0.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Adelaide Oval Stadium
    0.7 miles
  • Ayers House Museum
    0.9 miles
  • Adelaide Botanic Garden
    1.1 miles
  • Adelaide Zoo
    1.1 miles
  • Adelaide Parklands Terminal
    1.2 miles
  • Bicentennial Conservatory
    1.2 miles
  • Adelaide Entertainment Center
    1.7 miles
  • The Beachouse
    5.9 miles
  • South Australian Maritime Museum
    7.6 miles
Closest Airports
  • Adelaide Airport
    3.4 miles
How to get to Adelaide Central YHA from Adelaide Airport
    Public shuttle
    Taxi
    Parking available
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Adelaide Central YHA

Most popular amenities

Parking
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Parking on site
Outdoors
  • BBQ facilities
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
  • Evening entertainment
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is needed) and costs AUD 15 per day.
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Dutch
  • Chinese
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Adelaide Central YHA takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

5:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos Adelaide Central YHA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Linen is provided for all rooms. Towels are included for all private rooms only and can be hired for AUD 2 by guests in multi-share accommodations.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian over 21.

Children are welcome, but are not permitted to stay in dormitory rooms.
Children aged 17 need a letter from a parent/legal guardian to stay in dormitory rooms.
If children are 16 or under, they will need a parent/legal guardian aged over 21 to stay with them in a private room. A letter from a partent/legal guardian will also be required. This includes school groups.

Due to the shared nature of the facilities at YHA properties, YHA guests need to provide proof of vaccination. A safe stay is our top priority so we have enhanced hygiene measures in place, along with social distancing practices.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Adelaide Central YHA

  • Check-in at Adelaide Central YHA is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Adelaide Central YHA offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Evening entertainment
    • Movie nights
    • Bar crawls
    • Walking tours

  • Adelaide Central YHA is 1,800 feet from the center of Adelaide.

  • The prices at Adelaide Central YHA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Adelaide Central YHA by:

    • Taxi 20min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 30min

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Adelaide Central YHA (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Parking