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Port Adelaide Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Adelaide

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Beach
Dining
Property entrance
Family Room
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

Explore the area

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24 Nile St, Port Adelaide, SA, 5015
  • Place, Fishermen's Wharf Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Jackalope Studio Gallery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Australian Maritime Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Bed)

Highlights

TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Bed)

Highlights

TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Fridge
TV
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Adelaide

At Port Adelaide Backpackers you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of Jackalope Studio Gallery and South Australian Maritime Museum. .This hostel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and express check-out. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Port Adelaide hostel include Adelaide Convention Centre and Adelaide Oval.
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What's nearby

  • Fishermen's Wharf Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Jackalope Studio Gallery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • South Australian Maritime Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • National Railway Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Semaphore Beach - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Port Adelaide Station - 11 min walk
  • Entertainment Centre Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Birkenhead Tavern - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Banksia Tree Cafe and Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Port Admiral Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse Wharf Hotel - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Port Adelaide Backpackers

Hostel in Adelaide
As a guest of Port Adelaide Backpackers, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and express check-in. WiFi is free in public spaces. Port Adelaide Backpackers also features express check-out, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Adelaide hostel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Port Adelaide Backpackers offers 20 accommodations. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1960
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance
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 noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Port Adelaide
Port Adelaide Backpackers
Port Adelaide Backpackers Hostel
Port Alai Backpackers Hostel
Adelaide Backpackers Adelaide
Port Adelaide Backpackers Port Adelaide
Port Adelaide Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Port Adelaide Backpackers?

The closest beach to Port Adelaide Backpackers is Glenelg Beach (15 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Port Adelaide Backpackers?

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Adelaide Backpackers on 20 Nov 2025 start from AU$80.00, 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 there a free airport shuttle available at Port Adelaide Backpackers?

No, Port Adelaide Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Port Adelaide Backpackers?

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

Are pets allowed at Port Adelaide Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.