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Port Adelaide Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Adelaide

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Beach
Fridge, microwave
Property entrance
Dining
Family Room

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Explore the area

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24 Nile St, Port Adelaide, SA, 5015
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Hospital
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Adelaide Entertainment Centre
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Adelaide Oval
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Adelaide, SA (ADL)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Bed)

Bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Bed)

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

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

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Bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 Bed)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Adelaide

Port Adelaide Backpackers places you steps from Fishermen's Wharf Market and within a short 5-minute stroll of Jackalope Studio Gallery. .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 15-minute drive of this Port Adelaide hostel include Adelaide Entertainment Centre and Adelaide Convention Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Queen Elizabeth Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Grange Golf Course - 8 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Henley Beach - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Adelaide Entertainment Centre - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Adelaide Oval - 16 min drive - 13.3 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
  • ‪Port Admiral Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Port Anchor Hotel - ‬3 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 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Port Adelaide Backpackers on 20 Oct 2025 start from AU$85.00, 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.

Port Adelaide Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 80 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

4.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Muskan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Natasha

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unsafe, dirty and only one remote (overseas) staff member. We were checked in by a remote staff member working from overseas. There was no staff at the location and no one to contact after 9:30pm. On check-in, a non staff member assisted myself and one other person checking in, which was helpful, but could have been an issue if there was any ulterior motives to helping, particularly because we had a printer give us our code to the door. Their signage says that there is no right to a refund, which is against consumer law in Australia. They say it’s about change of mind, but the service provided here is well below what I would expect of even the cheapest hostels I’ve stayed at. We were unable to use the kitchen due to other people being passive aggressive and who proceeded to speak violently about us outside our door and window. They threatened to harm us. By this time, there was no where else we could stay and no one at the hotel to contact. There was a child unsupervised in the hallways who was crying at times. The child stayed in that hallway for up to an hour before the parents came back and this happened multiple times that night. There was a moderate level of cleanliness, but that was overshadowed by a toilet that was flooding and not properly sealed to the ground, dirty stained bedding and duct tape that seemed to be holding the beds together. I don’t recommend staying here and I believe this place is not a property fit to be used as accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

DJ

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wouldnt let my Dogs Still here Full of Drughead, Drunks and ppl Fighting all night long Beds are rough even in the family rooms the hygiene is horrifying, the kitchen are allaays a mess. You talk.tp.the staff thou a.tv screen and there is noone on site only a. Cleaner that comes Tv was broke ,Draws Broke
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alright place in generally and have your own room upstairs but facilities definitely need major repairs ie broken shower heads and cramped toilets
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely terrible place. Place is a health risk room absolutely stinks like cat pee . Black mold in the showers and bath rooms.I do not recommend staying there its not a back packers it a half way house Absolute S##T hole
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Don't stay here! I am actually from Adelaide and needed a spot close to port Adelaide for the weekend. I have stayed at plenty backpackers in my time and let me tell you, this is not a backpackers. No staff on premises, obviously It was more than likely too dangerous to have someone at the check-in desk, so check-in in is via web call. No travellers to be seen anywhere. this place is for those who unfortunately have nowhere to go or are struggling with a drug addiction of some kind. My door didn't lock properly. I walked in, took a look at the room and basically walked out immediately. no gendered toilet/ shower blocks. terrifying if you are concerned for your safety as a woman and even as a man. Don't waste your money. It's a halfway house not a backpacker's hostel. Port Adelaide is a great place, it's unfortunate that hostel lies about their premises.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Found the place very clean quiet and peaceful
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kevin

It was ok for value
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Megan

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
DONT STAY HERE
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Pat

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Won't stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Safe and friendly people
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Hung Song

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room is smelly and the kitchen is in a mess. I need to check out early in the morning. But there is no instruction/staff there for checking out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rhylee

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anamika

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

p

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The power points don't work can't charge a phone in an area that isn't entirely public the points in the rooms don't work
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Mr Simon M

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room we booked had poo on the quilt upon arrival. Had room changed but was not what we paid for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a safe place to stay! Avoid if you can!

Try Not to stay here if possible! The accommodation is not safe at all, the doors are always open and anyone can come in or get out, i saw a few people sleeping on the couch, and I’m sure they didn’t have a room, so was a bit scary, everyone can stay here as there is Not a receptionist in this accommodation, they work from home so when u check in you have to press the button and you’ll be talking to someone who is working from home. There are Not tourists here either, most people staying here are residents. The place is not very clean either.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

HU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
peace~ and love~~
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It’s a quiet simple and nice place
Stayed 1 night in May 2023