Located in the heart of central Darwin, Youth Shack Backpackers features an outdoor swimming pool, a bar and a sun terrace. Darwin Harbor is just a 5-minute walk away. The rooms at Youth Shack Darwin are all air conditioned, and come with a personal safe. Each room has a sink with a mirror and shared bathroom facilities. Guests can enjoy a game of pool, or watch a movie in the common room. Other facilities include a communal kitchen, guest laundry services and a tour desk. Youth Shack is perfectly positioned in the Mitchell Street entertainment district, only a short walk from shopping, bars and restaurants. The famous Mindil Beach Markets are a 10-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the real heart of Darwin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.0!

Breakfast Info

Continental


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Value for money
7.3
Location
9.0
Free Wifi
6.3
Low score for Darwin
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Area info

Amenities of Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Nightclub/DJ
  • Darts
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Saltwater pool
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Locker rooms
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules
Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 35 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Photo ID and credit card required on check-in.

ONLY THOSE AGED 18-35 ARE PERMITTED IN DORM ACCOMMODATION

Full payment of balance required on arrival for standard cancellation. Payment for nonrefundable bookings will be taken anytime after booking.

No alcohol permitted on-site.

Venue has no elevator and all rooms are accessible by STAIRS ONLY.

For bookings of more than 1 person, the property does not guarantee all beds in the same room.

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.

Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.

FAQs about Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin

  • Guests staying at Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 4.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Nightclub/DJ
    • Locker rooms
    • Swimming pool
    • Happy hour

  • Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin is 1,300 feet from the center of Darwin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Youth Shack Backpackers Darwin is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.