YHA Australia

With over 70 family-friendly locations around Australia, you’ll always have somewhere to stay on your next family holiday with YHA Australia. From Brisbane to the Grampians, over to Fremantle in the west and everywhere else in between, families can count on affordable, comfortable and quality accommodation.

YHA’s competitive prices mean that you don’t have to worry about how much your accommodation costs. With YHA, you’ll spend less on accommodation and more on the fun things in life, such as those unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experiences that you’ll reminisce about for years.

Key features

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Properties

Stay in one of YHA’s family rooms, specifically designed and set up with families in mind. All properties also have fully equipped communal kitchens, so your family can cook up a feast, and communal lounge rooms with couches for you to relax on, plus TVs and games to keep the kids entertained.

Each of YHA Australia’s properties has a variety of security measures to keep your family and your possessions safe, as well friendly and helpful staff who can give you the best advice on where to go, what to see and do and where to eat, ensuring that you and your family have an amazing holiday.

If you’re holidaying with a few other families or are bringing your extended family with you, cousins and all, you should consider YHA’s Rent-a-YHA scheme. Your group will have exclusive access to the whole – or at some hostels, half – of the YHA. It’s perfect for family reunions and gatherings, weddings, or just to get away with family and friends.

Adelaide Central YHA, South Australia

Adelaide Central YHA overlooks a leafy square in the CBD and is just a short walk to the city’s favourite Adelaide Central Market, Adelaide Oval, Rundle Mall and the Adelaide Botanic Gardens. There is also easy access to the nearby Adelaide Hills and beautiful Glenelg Beach.

Brisbane City YHA, Queensland

Brisbane City YHA is an award-winning property overlooking the Brisbane River and CBD. Close to major attractions including Suncorp Stadium and South Bank, this accommodation offers a quality stay for budget conscious families.

Fremantle Prison YHA, Western Australia

Experience a historical stay at Fremantle Prison YHA. Built in the 1850s, it’s the only accommodation in Western Australia with UNESCO World Heritage status. They have two types of accommodation for families: family rooms in the newly built wing of the property or the former prison warder’s cottages for a luxury experience on a budget.

Sydney Harbour YHA, New South Wales

Built above archaeological remnants of colonial Sydney, this award-winning YHA combines state-of-the-art facilities with a heritage experience. Stay in the city’s historic harbourside precinct, The Rocks, and enjoy stunning panoramic views of Sydney Harbour, the Opera House and the Harbour Bridge.

Canberra City YHA, Australian Capital Territory

Canberra City YHA is a spacious, family friendly property located in the heart of the nation’s capital. On its doorstep is the stop for the free Canberra Culture Loop shuttle bus which will take your family to all of Canberra’s top attractions, no bus ticket required.

Apollo Bay Eco YHA, Victoria

Apollo Bay Eco YHA is the perfect base for your trip along the famous Great Ocean Road. Explore this diverse region that plays host to rugged coastline and a lush green rainforest – there’s so much to do! Go kayaking with seals, swim, surf, see the 12 Apostles, hike and chase waterfalls in the Otways. Throughout the winter, you can spot whales along the Great Ocean Road as they migrate north to warmer waters.