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YHA Adelaide Central

Property class: 2

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A modern lounge area with a ping pong table, seating, and a large poster promoting travel.
A lobby with a purple wall, orange sofa, and a luggage room sign.
A pool table with balls in a room with purple walls and a ceiling with recessed lighting.
A multi-story hotel with a mural on the side, balconies, and a sign for 'Ayo'.
A restaurant with a long wooden table, colorful chairs, and a mural on the wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept

Explore the area

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135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000
  • Place, Victoria Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Adelaide Central Market
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Rundle Mall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Queen Plus Two Ensuite Balcony

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bunk bed against the wall.

Queen Plus Two Ensuite Balcony

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a desk.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room with Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A modern, compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a storage unit.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a desk.

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a desk.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Ensuite Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

Queen Ensuite Balcony

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a large window with curtains, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus 2 with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bunk bed against the wall.

Queen Plus 2 with Shared Bathroom

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus 2 Balcony with Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bunk bed against the wall.

Queen Plus 2 Balcony with Shared Bathroom

  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

King Ensuite

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for King Ensuite Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a mirror.

King Ensuite Balcony

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Queen Plus 2 Ensuite

A hotel room with a single bed, a desk, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a bunk bed against the wall.

Queen Plus 2 Ensuite

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Male Only)

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Male Only)

A modern hotel room with bunk beds, a desk, and a window with a view.

Bed in 4-Bed Male Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Female Only)

A compact hotel room with bunk beds, a small round table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory with Shared Bathroom (Female Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Adelaide

YHA Adelaide Central puts you in the heart of Adelaide, within just a 10-minute stroll of Victoria Square and Westpac House. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a games room. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library and a terrace. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Adelaide Central Business District hostel include Adelaide Central Market and Rundle Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Victoria Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Adelaide Central Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Adelaide Casino - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rundle Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Adelaide - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Pirie Street Tram Station - 6 min walk
  • City West Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Union Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Franklin Hotel - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Reserve Social - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪TUTTO Cucina + Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Toriok - ‬2 min walk

About this property

YHA Adelaide Central

As a guest of YHA Adelaide Central, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, an arcade/games room, and multilingual staff are also featured at YHA Adelaide Central. For a fee, parking is available.

This Adelaide hostel is smoke free.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
YHA Adelaide Central offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations, with blackout curtains. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (AUD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: AUD 12 for adults and AUD 12 for children

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Waste recycling policy
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 25 May 2026 to 10 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lobby
  • Selected guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 12 for adults and from AUD 12 for children
  • Self-parking fee: AUD 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 37 mi (60 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 37 mi (60 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at YHA Adelaide Central.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Adelaide Central YHA Hostel
Adelaide Central YHA
Adelaide Central YHA Hostel
YHA Adelaide Central Adelaide
YHA Adelaide Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Adelaide Central Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Adelaide

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at YHA Adelaide Central?

YHA Adelaide Central offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Adelaide Central?

As of 4 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Adelaide Central on 13 Sept 2026 start from AU$125, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at YHA Adelaide Central?

Yep, YHA Adelaide Central has a self car park for AUD 15 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to YHA Adelaide Central?

The closest beach to YHA Adelaide Central is Glenelg Beach (9.7 km).

Does YHA Adelaide Central serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YHA Adelaide Central?

No, YHA Adelaide Central does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at YHA Adelaide Central?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at YHA Adelaide Central?

No, only service animals are allowed.

YHA Adelaide Central Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 283 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice kitchen to use and pretty a good location
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Very friendly clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anh Chuong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, everything it needed to be
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Downtown close to the galleries and museums, showers clean, four bed room was spacious and the kitchen is well appointed
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe and affordable accommodation right in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value for money with friendly staff and lots of space to cook, eat and relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katherine Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wai Hung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes everything is awesome. I love it’s new look, peaceful and great location in the middle of the CBD.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that there were a few communal areas, so you could choose where you wanted to hang out for reading or fresh air or TV, etc..
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I happy to stay in YHA thank for that
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blessed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Narayan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well good place to stay overnight for a backpacker. Blanket maybe bit small for a person of height.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gem in heart of Adelaide

Great location, staff and guests. Can’t fault.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the bus to the airport, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Germain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well located, very clean, commodities are good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

aarron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the multiculturalism of the YHA. VERY HAPPY TO REST WELL. HIGHLY RECOMMEND FOR ALL
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap tidy very basic short term accommodation close to city.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really comfortable stay. Good Bed and a good price. Happy to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Private room with ensuite was spacious, quiet, comfortable and spotless. Staff from reception to housekeeping were friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly and helpful staff. Close to Adelaide Central Markets and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to everything and able to move around. Rooms ate pretty much sound proof and beds are comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025