Hostel
 Fremantle Prison YHA

6A The Terrace, 6160 Fremantle, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 557 reviews)

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8.3
Very Good
557 reviews

We were very impressed with the value for money and how welcomed we felt even though we are far from being in our you

Kim Australia

We loved the fact that it was a former prison and there is so much history in this place, make sure you do one the prison tours next door. Location was good, right next to the Fremantle market.

Gleyn Australia

Really nice hostel in heritage location. Comfortable and clean room and great facilities.

Marta Australia

They had fun nightly activities which encouraged everyone to mingle. Complimentary breakfast really helped me save money during my stay :)

Isabella Australia

Very helpful and welcoming staff, excellent location and such an awesome place to stay

Anonymous Hong Kong

The fact that it is in the fremantle prison. Big and clean kitchen was useful.

Anonymous Australia

"The Prison' and the great location. We stayed at the cottage and it was a nice feeling to be living in an 'old' house, especially the antique black old round switch:-)

Anonymous Malaysia

Staff were super friendly and helpful, very clean. Nice big kitchen!

Charlotte Indonesia

It was close to the shops and restaurants. It was clean, really good for the children. They loved it.

Deborah United Kingdom

Fantastic location in central Fremantle but away from the weekend noise

Lily Australia
8.3
Very Good
557 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “We were very impressed with the value for money and how welcomed we felt even though we are far from being in our you”
    Kim Kim Australia Australia
  • “We loved the fact that it was a former prison and there is so much history in this place, make sure you do one the prison tours next door. Location was good, right next to the Fremantle market.”
    Gleyn Gleyn Australia Australia
  • “Really nice hostel in heritage location. Comfortable and clean room and great facilities.”
    Marta Marta Australia Australia
  • “They had fun nightly activities which encouraged everyone to mingle. Complimentary breakfast really helped me save money during my stay :)”
    Isabella Isabella Australia Australia
  • “Very helpful and welcoming staff, excellent location and such an awesome place to stay”
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
  • “The fact that it is in the fremantle prison. Big and clean kitchen was useful.”
    Australia Australia
  • “"The Prison' and the great location. We stayed at the cottage and it was a nice feeling to be living in an 'old' house, especially the antique black old round switch:-)”
    Malaysia Malaysia
  • “Staff were super friendly and helpful, very clean. Nice big kitchen!”
    Charlotte Charlotte Indonesia Indonesia
  • “It was close to the shops and restaurants. It was clean, really good for the children. They loved it.”
    Deborah Deborah United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Fantastic location in central Fremantle but away from the weekend noise”
    Lily Lily Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location9.2
  • Free WiFi 7.2
Low score for Fremantle

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Located in the women's division of the World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison, this YHA offers a mix of private and shared rooms with access to free WiFi. Guests can also choose to sleep in the actual prison cells.

Built in the 1850s, with the first convicts occupying it in 1855, all the way up until 1991, Fremantle Prison YHA has rooms with private bathrooms or access to shared bathroom facilities. Most rooms have air-conditioning. Linen is provided.

The property features a games room with table tennis. There is a shared lounge area with a TV and a library.

Fremantle Prison YHA is 1,300 feet from Fremantle Markets and within walking distance of Fremantle Train Station. The nearest airport is Perth Airport, 15 mi from Fremantle Prison YHA.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Fremantle Prison YHA has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 9, 2015
 Hotel chain/brand: Youth Hostels Association

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Fremantle, this property has an excellent location score of 9.2!

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Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

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Closest beaches

  • Bathers Beach

    8.0 Very good beach
    3,700 feet from property

  • North Fremantle River Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1.1 miles from property
  • Fremantle South Beach

    Fremantle South Beach

    8.6 Excellent beach
    1.1 miles from property

  • Port Beach

    8.1 Very good beach
    1.2 miles from property
  • Leighton Beach

    Leighton Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1.7 miles from property

Guest reviews

8.3
Very Good · 557 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.7
  • Facilities8.4
  • Cleanliness8.3
  • Comfort8.3
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location9.2
  • Free WiFi 7.2
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  • Kim
    AustraliaAustralia
    “We were very impressed with the value for money and how welcomed we felt even though we are far from being in our you”
  • Gleyn
    AustraliaAustralia
    “We loved the fact that it was a former prison and there is so much history in this place, make sure you do one the prison tours next door. Location was good, right next to the Fremantle market.”
  • Marta
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Really nice hostel in heritage location. Comfortable and clean room and great facilities.”
  • I
    Isabella
    AustraliaAustralia
    “They had fun nightly activities which encouraged everyone to mingle. Complimentary breakfast really helped me save money during my stay :)”
  • A
    Anonymous
    Hong KongHong Kong
    “Very helpful and welcoming staff, excellent location and such an awesome place to stay”
  • A
    Anonymous
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The fact that it is in the fremantle prison. Big and clean kitchen was useful.”
  • A
    Anonymous
    MalaysiaMalaysia
    “"The Prison' and the great location. We stayed at the cottage and it was a nice feeling to be living in an 'old' house, especially the antique black old round switch:-)”
  • Charlotte
    IndonesiaIndonesia
    “Staff were super friendly and helpful, very clean. Nice big kitchen!”
  • Deborah
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “It was close to the shops and restaurants. It was clean, really good for the children. They loved it.”
  • Lily
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Fantastic location in central Fremantle but away from the weekend noise”
Property questions and answers
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  • Do you have planned events or activities?
    Due to local COVID restrictions there are no activities currently planned.
    Answered on April 23, 2022
  • Do you offer a luggage storage service prior to check-in time?
    Yes we have free luggage storage
    Answered on March 19, 2020
  • Hi, I was wondering if children are allowed at the hostel? one adult one child age 3 in a private room?
    Hi there, yes we do allow children under the age of 18 at the hostel, but only in private rooms and when they are accompanied by a parent or guardian. Hope this helps!
    Answered on November 30, 2021
  • What are the check in and check out times? Thanks!
    Check in is between 2pm - 8pm but we can organise a late check in with prior warning, check out time is 10am.
    Answered on March 30, 2022
  • This bedroom I’m booking has a double bed and bunk bed. It won’t let me book 3 people when the room Can fit 4?
    Hello, The room can fit 4 people with 1 queen bed and a set of bunk beds. If you have any issues we can sort out the numbers when you arrive.
    Asked about: Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom • Answered on March 17, 2022

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Fremantle Prison
    0 miles
  • Fremantle Oval
    0.2 miles
  • Fremantle Markets
    0.3 miles
  • Fremantle Town Hall
    0.3 miles
  • Fremantle Visitor Centre
    0.3 miles
  • Spare Parts Puppet Theatre
    0.5 miles
  • Fremantle Arts Centre
    0.5 miles
  • University of Notre Dame Australia
    0.5 miles
  • Little Creatures Brewery
    0.6 miles
  • The Shipwreck Galleries
    0.6 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar Fremantle Prison Cafe
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Sail and Anchor Pub
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Lots of options on the Cappucino Strip
    0.4 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Little Creatures Brewery
    0.6 miles
Top attractions
  • Claremont Showground
    5.8 miles
  • Hollywood Private Hospital Perth
    6.8 miles
  • Perth Children’s Hospital
    7 miles
  • Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
    7.1 miles
  • Kings Park
    7.7 miles
  • State War Memorial
    8.4 miles
  • Perth Concert Hall
    9.3 miles
  • Perth Town Hall
    9.3 miles
  • WACA
    9.9 miles
  • Optus Stadium
    10.8 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Bathers Beach
    3,700 feet
  • North Fremantle River Beach
    1.1 miles
  • Fremantle South Beach
    1.1 miles
  • Port Beach
    1.2 miles
  • Leighton Beach
    1.7 miles
Closest Airports
  • Perth Airport
    14.8 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Amenities of Fremantle Prison YHA

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Ping-pong
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Baggage storage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Fremantle Prison YHA takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Check-out

6:00 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 Fremantle Prison YHA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

You must show a valid photo ID upon check-in. Guests must be over 18 years.

Guests under the age of 17 can only check in with a parent or designated guardian, who must have written permission from a parent or legal guardian. Children aged 17 will need a letter from a parent or official guardian to stay in the private rooms. This includes school groups.

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.

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

Please inform Fremantle Prison YHA of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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.

Guests must meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination, a recent valid negative coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of coronavirus recovery.

FAQs about Fremantle Prison YHA

  • Check-in at Fremantle Prison YHA is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Fremantle Prison YHA is 2,300 feet from the center of Fremantle.

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

  • Fremantle Prison YHA offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Game room
    • Ping-pong