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The award-winning YHA Adelaide Central offers modern air-conditioned accommodation in the heart of Adelaide city centre, overlooking picturesque Light Square. Guests have a choice of dormitory and private rooms. Free WiFi is available all throughout the hostel. Each air-conditioned room include large lockers, personal bed lights and fresh decor. All rooms offer a private or shared bathroom. Some rooms also have a balcony with outdoor seating. Private rooms with en suite bathrooms also offer a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Facilities at YHA Adelaide Central include 24-hour internet, luggage storage, shared dining room and a self-catering kitchen. The communal lounge area offers comfortable sofas, plus a flat-screen TV. YHA Adelaide Central is ideally situated for enjoying the West End, with markets, shopping, restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs within walking distance. The property is just 20 minutes' by bus from Adelaide Airport or Adelaide Parklands Rail Terminal. All reservations are subject to the Booking Terms & Conditions of YHA Australia. To check-in, guests MUST provide a valid Photo ID: passport, interstate driver's license or proof of age card, or rural/regional SA driver's license/proof of age card. YHA properties are designed for travellers and do not provide accommodation to people with a residential address within the same local Government area of the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the real heart of Adelaide, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

  • Private parking available on-site


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  • 6 bunk beds
269 feet²
Airconditioning

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Shared bathroom
  • Heating
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 6
US$197 per night
Price US$592
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 6
US$241 per night
Price US$723
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
We have 5 left
  • 1 bunk bed
226 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$31 per night
Price US$92
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$38 per night
Price US$113
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 bunk bed
209 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$33 per night
Price US$99
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$40 per night
Price US$121
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 bunk bed
209 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$33 per night
Price US$99
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$40 per night
Price US$121
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 bunk bed
205 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$33 per night
Price US$99
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$40 per night
Price US$121
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 bunk bed
179 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$39 per night
Price US$116
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$46 per night
Price US$138
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
  • 1 bunk bed
179 feet²
Airconditioning
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$39 per night
Price US$116
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Breakfast: US$8 (optional)
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$46 per night
Price US$138
Excluded: 10 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Free cancellation before 14:00 on 29 December 2025
  • Pay online
  • Fully refundable during free cancellation
  • discount may be available
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Sustainability

This property has 2 third-party sustainability certifications.
Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
Ecotourism Australia Sustainable Tourism Certification
HI-Q&S Certified
HI-Q&S Certified

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Debra
Australia Australia
I didn't end up being there fir breakfast. The accommodation was great, staff very helpful.
Anne
Australia Australia
Clean, spacious, central location & good facilities
De
Malaysia Malaysia
Very considerate and helpful front office staff. Would love to stay again!
Jiyon
New Zealand New Zealand
Great location , 24 hr parking space with good rate . Clean facilities . Friendly staff
David
Australia Australia
Friendly and helpful staff, great service, clean place and very reasonable price 👍
John
Australia Australia
I had requested a bottom bunk and when I checked in, found that they had reserved pne for me! Thank you so much :) Staff were excellent, really helpful and friendly! Room was clean and comfortable with a large locker, luggage storage available...
Jess
Australia Australia
Exactly as advertised, it has everything you need, it's clean, comfortable, and secure. Bathroom facilities are large and well-maintained. Staff were lovely and knowledgeable, and the location is super central.
Woolford
Australia Australia
The layout was great, the facilities were modern and very comfy and spacious.
B
Australia Australia
I was not able to use the free wifi. I forgot to bring my charger. 😢
Freimane
New Zealand New Zealand
There is a lot of space for everyone. Multiple tv rooms, quiet room, balcony, something happening every night. Clean kitchen and bathrooms. Modern interior. Amazing staff

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$8.05 per person.
  • Food
    Bread • Butter • Yogurt • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
  • Menu style
    Buffet
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House rules

YHA Adelaide Central takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 04:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardEftpos Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

To check-in, guests must provide a valid photo ID, a passport, a driver's license or interstate proof of age card, or a rural/regional SA driver's license/proof of age card.

YHA properties are designed for travellers and do not provide accommodation to people with a residential address within the same local government area of the property. We also limit stays to a total of 14 days.

The supervision of guests under 18 years of age remains the responsibility of their parent or legal guardian whilst at the property.

Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted to stay in shared dormitory rooms; they can only be accommodated in private rooms. For further information on the YHA child safety policy, please contact the property directly.

For bookings of 10 or more guests, different prices, policies and procedures may apply.

Linen is provided for all rooms. Towels are available free of charge at reception.

Please note that guests staying in shared rooms or private rooms with a shared bathroom must have their profile photo taken in order to proceed with the check-in process.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform YHA Adelaide Central in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.