Name: The Witch's Hat
Address: 148 Palmerston St, 6006 Perth, Australia, 148 Palmerston St, Western Australia, 6006, Australia
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $16 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.2

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The Witch's Hat Hostel

148 Palmerston St, 6006 Perth, Australia –

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All the people were so friendly and lovely, both the staff and the other guests. Checking in and out was easy and we felt very welcomed by Julia, who immediately told us we were welcome to join a party that was going on in the courtyard. There were loads of activities during the weeknights, so you could always join in the fun if you wanted. The facilities were great, the kitchen and the bathroom were cleaned regularly and there was more than enough equipment for everyone to cook their meals. Location's great too, just a 20 minute walk to the city/train station, supermarket, and even less to the nearest pub. Next time I travel to Perth I'd definitely like to stop by the Witch's Hat again!

Lisan, Netherlands

Breakfast is served from 8:30 to 10:30,is not suitable for people who get up early.

Yishaung, Taiwan

Best hostel in Australia. Haven't seen any other hostel which is be compareable with the Hat. Julia, the manager is a blast and she does her job more than properly. Always super friendly and keen to help, where she can. Highly recommended 👍👍👍

Christian, Austria

This is a very cheerful youth hostel run by Julia who clearly runs it her way (signs all over the palce with rules followed by exclamation points) but that makes it a good cheap clean organized place to stay. You can walk to the CBD from it. We stayed in one of the basic private rooms with shared toilet/shower facilities which are clean (enough). It's no frills but it's good, esp. if you're young.

Lorraine, Netherlands

Lovely cozy place, good atmosphere and great staff

Zerlinda, United Kingdom

Close to the airport, nice book exchange and generally had quite a friendly atmosphere. The courtyard was closed at 10pm in an attempt to reduce the noise.

Tim, United Kingdom

Cheap and clean, not too noisy, homely vibe. Seemed a lot better than many of the other hostels available in Perth, especially after hearing a number of bedbug horror stories from fellow tour members who's stayed elsewhere

Kate, United Kingdom

This is a nice cosy hostel in a quiet residential area. It's not very big which makes it easier to socialise, and although there was quite a few long termers everyone was very friendly and the common areas made it easy to get into conversations.

Lidia, United Kingdom

Friendly staff with great hospitality. Helpful with directions aroumd perth amd towards Rottnest Island.

Astea, Singapore

Nice breakfast provided (toast, jam, peanutbutter, oats, coffee, milk & tea) - simple but everything you need. Kitchen is very well equipped for cooking and even baking with all kind of spices and sauces. A few people stay longer and work in Perth which creates a nice and welcoming community. Great location for going out or walking to the city center. Always something on in the hostel at night (games, movies ect)

Barbara, Germany

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“All the people were so friendly and lovely, both the staff and the other guests. ”

Lisan Netherlands
“Breakfast is served from 8:30 to 10:30,is not suitable for people who get up early.”

Yishaung Taiwan
“Best hostel in Australia. Haven't seen any other hostel which is be compareable with the Hat. Julia, the manager is a blast and she does her job more than properly. ”

Christian Austria
“This is a very cheerful youth hostel run by Julia who clearly runs it her way (signs all over the palce with rules followed by exclamation points) but that makes it a good cheap clean organized place...”

Lorraine Netherlands
“Lovely cozy place, good atmosphere and great staff”

Zerlinda United Kingdom
“Close to the airport, nice book exchange and generally had quite a friendly atmosphere. The courtyard was closed at 10pm in an attempt to reduce the noise.”

Tim United Kingdom
“Cheap and clean, not too noisy, homely vibe. Seemed a lot better than many of the other hostels available in Perth, especially after hearing a number of bedbug horror stories from fellow tour members...”

Kate United Kingdom
“This is a nice cosy hostel in a quiet residential area. It's not very big which makes it easier to socialise, and although there was quite a few long termers everyone was very friendly and the...”

Lidia United Kingdom
“Friendly staff with great hospitality. Helpful with directions aroumd perth amd towards Rottnest Island.”

Astea Singapore
“Nice breakfast provided (toast, jam, peanutbutter, oats, coffee, milk & tea) - simple but everything you need. ”

Barbara Germany

Set in a restored federation-style house, The Witch's Hat Backpackers Hostel offers affordable accommodations just a 5-minute walk from Hyde Park Lake and Gardens. It features free WiFi, and an outdoor courtyard with BBQ facilities. Guests enjoy free breakfast daily.

Guest facilities include a fully equipped communal kitchen and a lounge room with a cable TV, DVD library and dart board. Free BBQ dinners, secure lockers and tea/coffee are provided.

Robertson Park Tennis Center is only 4 minutes’ walking distance from The Witch's Hat. A number of restaurants and bars are less than a 5-minute walk away and Perth CBD (Central Business District) is an 8-minute drive. It is a 15 minute' walk from the lively Northbridge entertainment precinct.

Winner of 2014's Golden Backpack Award and The Adventure Travel Award 2014 for best accommodations in Western Australia, The Witch's Hat offers air conditioned dormitory or private double or twin rooms. All rooms offer access to shared bathroom facilities. All rooms have bed linen provided.

The tour desk provides area information and booking of tours and car rental. There is a coin-operated laundry room available.

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The Witch’s Hat was built in 1897 for the Dartnell family by a German architect called Liebe. Whether described as a Victorian styled house, or as a Queen Anne home, the Continental influence of Liebe on the design is obvious as there are Gothic like

At the Witch’s Hat, we pride ourselves as being one of the best backpackers in Perth. We are located in a quiet, suburban area of Northbridge but are within easy walking distance of the centre of Northbridge, the CBD and transport links. At The Witch

Languages spoken: Dutch, Italian, Spanish, English, Greek, German

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State Library of Western Australia
0.6 miles
State Theatre Centre of Western Australia
0.7 miles
Perth Arena
0.7 miles
nib Stadium
0.7 miles
Perth Train Station
0.7 miles
Watertown Brand Outlet Centre
0.8 miles
The Astor Theatre
0.9 miles
City West Station
0.9 miles
His Majesty's Theatre
0.9 miles
Hancock Prospecting
0.9 miles

Closest Airports

Perth Airport
6.3 miles

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“Great location, clean & comfortable ”

Shona

United Kingdom

“I like the staff I arrived early and rainning and staff Was super helpful (blond lady); that place Was so beautiful a yewell; I like to be out of the down town but still close enought to walk there. The room has only few beis and bathrooms where clean”

Karla

Mexico

“Extremly friendly staff and free breakfast, northbridge party area is only 10min by foot away”

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Children older than 18 years are welcome.

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Pets are not allowed.

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Refundable deposits must be paid upon check-in for the following:
AUD 10 - key deposit
AUD 20 - dishes set deposit

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Reviewed: October 21, 2018

Anonymous
United Kingdom
5.0

“Underwhelming”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Arrived late due to flight. Had to wait a long time for the Gentlmen to check me in due to the quiz night taking importance. Was charged $4 more than was quoted on bookings for a reason he could not explain.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 16, 2018

Lisan
Netherlands
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (6 Bed)
- • Stayed 14 nights
눇All the people were so friendly and lovely, both the staff and the other guests. Checking in and out was easy and we felt very welcomed by Julia, who immediately told us we were welcome to join a party that was going on in the courtyard. There were loads of activities during the weeknights, so you could always join in the fun if you wanted. The facilities were great, the kitchen and the bathroom were cleaned regularly and there was more than enough equipment for everyone to cook their meals. Location's great too, just a 20 minute walk to the city/train station, supermarket, and even less to the nearest pub. Next time I travel to Perth I'd definitely like to stop by the Witch's Hat again!

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: October 11, 2018

Vika
Slovenia
7.1

“Nice place.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Far from the city center
눇The house and staff

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 8, 2018

Tanya
Australia
7.1

“A good, clean place to stay. Staff were friendly.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉It's actually a hostel advertised as a budget hotel. It only had shared bathroom facilities.
눇It was clean and well presented.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 2, 2018

Anonymous
Netherlands
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉The bunk beds are a bit wobbly, so when someone turns around you feel the bedframe move. And my matress had quite a large dent/ pit in it so after a few nights this is not very comfortable. But the sheets and linnen are nice and clean!
눇Loved the atmosphere here, very friendly and inviting staff and guests. Breakfast was simple but nice, and facilities were clean :) liked the porch and the inner court yard where you can meet people, have breakfast lunch and dinner or just a drink, great place to chill! Would stay there again! :)

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: October 2, 2018

Poh
Malaysia
4.2

Disappointing
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
눉THE ROOM ACTUALLY IS NO CLEAN AND THE CARPET IS VERY DIRTY AND SMELLY. THE OTHERS MATE IS NOISE AND EVERY NIGHT CLOSED THE ROOM DOOR LIKE BAND THE DOOR..

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 26, 2018

Sathish Govindan
India
7.5

Good
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 10 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Friendly place

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 9, 2018

Margot
France
10

“Go, go, go !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (6 Bed)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Not the best showers, but not the worst!
눇Good atmosphere Great staff

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 9, 2018

Yishaung
Taiwan
Age group: 25 – 34

1 helpful vote
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
눉The shower it's hot one sometime and cold the next.
눇Breakfast is served from 8:30 to 10:30,is not suitable for people who get up early.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 29, 2018

Eka
Indonesia
7.5

“Nice staff, everyone cook in the kitchen. ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (6 Bed)
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉we must deposit for getting plate, glass and spoon. And don't have heater.
눇near to CAT stop.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 27, 2018

Christian
Austria
10

“Best hostel in OZ ”
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Nothing
눇Best hostel in Australia. Haven't seen any other hostel which is be compareable with the Hat. Julia, the manager is a blast and she does her job more than properly. Always super friendly and keen to help, where she can. Highly recommended 👍👍👍

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 25, 2018

Deny
Australia
10

“Very satisfied with my staying but bunk bed just need to be firm to wobbly for my liking”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (6 Bed)
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Bunk bed is not safe and strong enough to sleep, need to be secured. To wobbly
눇People from all nations

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 10, 2018

Lorraine
Netherlands

2 helpful votes
6.3

“Quirky clean affordable super place.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
눉The different guests acted kind of anonymous towards each other. Didn't say good morning or hello when they passed you by in the hall or kitchen area; avoided your gaze. Place is too small for that. Could be because we're older (in our 60s) and all the young backpackers exploring the world found it odd that we were guests.
눇This is a very cheerful youth hostel run by Julia who clearly runs it her way (signs all over the palce with rules followed by exclamation points) but that makes it a good cheap clean organized place to stay. You can walk to the CBD from it. We stayed in one of the basic private rooms with shared toilet/shower facilities which are clean (enough). It's no frills but it's good, esp. if you're young.

Stayed in July 2018
Reviewed: August 4, 2018

Anonymous
Australia
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눉Don't like sleeping top bunk
눇Friendly and convenient

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 1, 2018

Zerlinda
United Kingdom
Age group: 18 – 24

1 helpful vote
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room (6 Bed)
- • Stayed 7 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
눇Lovely cozy place, good atmosphere and great staff

Stayed in July 2018

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