Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in
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Summary of reviewsPerth City Backpackers Hostel offers a mixed experience for travelers with notable strengths and areas needing improvement. A prime highlight is its exceptional location near the city center and Perth CBD, providing easy access to shops, key attractions and the airport. This central position makes it a practical choice for visitors wanting to explore Perth efficiently. Guests also appreciate the straightforward check-in and check-out processes and the clean and well-maintained bathrooms.
The hostel provides a complimentary breakfast, though it is quite basic, consisting mainly of cereals, milk and instant coffee. While this offering ensures morning sustenance, it often leaves guests desiring more variety and substance.
Rooms at the hostel feature adequately air-conditioned spaces and relatively clean communal bathrooms. Guests in the 20-bed room were pleasantly surprised by its cleanliness and fresh smell, which is notable for a dorm of that size. However, some rooms are cramped with limited luggage space and ventilation problems, especially those without windows. Cleanliness in rooms is inconsistent with some guests encountering dirt, dust, mold, insects and missing bed linen. Noise from old, squeaky bunk beds further detracts from the comfort, despite some guests finding the beds reasonably comfortable.
Cleanliness remains a significant issue with common areas such as the lounge and kitchen often described as untidy. While the bathrooms are generally clean and well-maintained, other parts of the hostel, including exterior areas, suffer from lapses in cleanliness and upkeep.
Staff interactions are generally positive with many guests praising the friendliness and helpfulness of receptionists and other staff members. There are occasional reports of less satisfactory experiences, but the overall atmosphere created by the staff is welcoming and supportive.
The hostel offers free WiFi, which receives mixed reviews. Some guests find the connection amazing and functional, particularly in communal areas, while others experience slow and unreliable service.
In summary, Perth City Backpackers Hostel is a budget-friendly accommodation option with a fantastic central location and friendly staff. However, potential visitors should be prepared for some drawbacks in terms of cleanliness, room comfort and WiFi reliability.
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The hostel provides a complimentary breakfast, though it is quite basic, consisting mainly of cereals, milk and instant coffee. While this offering ensures morning sustenance, it often leaves guests desiring more variety and substance.
Rooms at the hostel feature adequately air-conditioned spaces and relatively clean communal bathrooms. Guests in the 20-bed room were pleasantly surprised by its cleanliness and fresh smell, which is notable for a dorm of that size. However, some rooms are cramped with limited luggage space and ventilation problems, especially those without windows. Cleanliness in rooms is inconsistent with some guests encountering dirt, dust, mold, insects and missing bed linen. Noise from old, squeaky bunk beds further detracts from the comfort, despite some guests finding the beds reasonably comfortable.
Cleanliness remains a significant issue with common areas such as the lounge and kitchen often described as untidy. While the bathrooms are generally clean and well-maintained, other parts of the hostel, including exterior areas, suffer from lapses in cleanliness and upkeep.
Staff interactions are generally positive with many guests praising the friendliness and helpfulness of receptionists and other staff members. There are occasional reports of less satisfactory experiences, but the overall atmosphere created by the staff is welcoming and supportive.
The hostel offers free WiFi, which receives mixed reviews. Some guests find the connection amazing and functional, particularly in communal areas, while others experience slow and unreliable service.
In summary, Perth City Backpackers Hostel is a budget-friendly accommodation option with a fantastic central location and friendly staff. However, potential visitors should be prepared for some drawbacks in terms of cleanliness, room comfort and WiFi reliability.
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This hostel provides budget accommodation with a social atmosphere. It offers essential amenities and a convenient location for exploring the city, making it suitable for backpackers and budget travelers.
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Perth City Backpackers Hostel benefits significantly from its prime location, which is frequently highlighted in guest reviews. Situated conveniently near the city center and Perth CBD, the hostel offers easy access to downtown attractions and amenities. Guests appreciate being close to key spots such as shops, the lake and the airport, making it a practical choice for travelers. The proximity to everything essential adds to its appeal, enabling visitors to explore the city efficiently. Despite some comments on it being a bit rough at night, this characteristic seems common across the Perth CBD. Overall, the central and easily accessible location is a major plus, complemented by clean bathrooms and straightforward check-in and check-out processes.
Perth City Backpackers Hostel provides a complimentary breakfast for its guests, consisting mainly of basic cereals, milk and instant coffee. While the inclusion of a breakfast is appreciated, many find the offerings to be minimal and lacking variety. The simplicity of the breakfast often leads to disappointment when compared to other hostels with no additional options like bread or butter available. The inclusion of breakfast items does ensure that guests have access to morning sustenance, but expectations should be set for a very modest and limited meal.
Perth City Backpackers Hostel boasts an excellent location and well-maintained communal facilities such as adequately air-conditioned rooms and fairly clean women's bathrooms. The 20-bed room stands out for being surprisingly clean and fragrant, a pleasant anomaly for a space of that size. There are adequate cooking facilities available, enhancing the convenience for guests planning to prepare their own meals. However, space constraints are frequently an issue. Several rooms, including a basement room with no windows and some 4-bed rooms, were noted to be cramped with limited luggage space. The absence of windows in some rooms can also lead to ventilation problems and unpleasant odors. A few guests noted cleanliness inconsistencies and the inconvenience of insufficient bathroom hooks and squeaky beds. Despite these drawbacks, the hostel's prime location is a significant advantage for travelers.
Perth City Backpackers Hostel offers a range of experiences when it comes to their sleeping arrangements. Several guests noted that the beds were reasonably comfortable and provided a restful night's sleep. The availability of beds in dorms was appreciated and some found the beds to be very comfortable. However, there were mixed opinions on bed cleanliness and noise levels. The old metal-frame bunk beds received numerous complaints for being particularly squeaky and noisy.
Despite some reports of comfy beds, there were significant drawbacks involving hygiene and the state of the mattresses. Issues included thin and uncomfortable mattresses and in some cases, guests encountered dirt, stains and other unsanitary conditions like chewing gum and bed bugs. Additionally, the lack of adequate bed linen and instances of linen being used by previous guests detracted from the overall experience.
For those looking for a budget-friendly stay with a social atmosphere, it might be worth considering Perth City Backpackers Hostel, but be prepared for potential variations in bed quality and cleanliness.
When staying at the Perth City Backpackers Hostel, guests can expect a mixed experience when it comes to cleanliness. On the positive side, the bathrooms are frequently highlighted as being very clean, well-maintained and spacious. Guests noted that the bathrooms and showers were good and were cleaned every day, contributing to a satisfactory experience.
However, the hostel does face several challenges in maintaining overall cleanliness. Common areas, such as the lounge and kitchen, were described by some as dirty with food crumbs and general mess being a notable concern in the lounge. While the kitchen received mixed reviews, being occasionally praised for cleanliness, it was also mentioned that it is rarely clean.
Rooms, on the other hand, tended to receive poor reviews concerning their state of cleanliness. Complaints were common about the rooms being dirty with some guests finding insects and feeling uncomfortable due to general untidiness and potential lack of cleanliness maintenance. Additionally, issues with old, noisy bunk beds and worn-out furniture added to the discomfort. Other concerns included the presence of dirt, dust and even mold starting to build up. The bedding also received criticism with some guests noting missing bed linen and dirty mattresses.
The exterior appearance of the hostel did not fare much better, as it seems rough and uninviting, adding to the overall impression that cleanliness and upkeep could be significantly improved.
The staff at Perth City Backpackers Hostel receive varied feedback from guests with many praising their friendliness and helpfulness. Guests often describe the atmosphere as very friendly, which is attributed to the welcoming nature of the staff. Many reviews highlight instances of the staff being polite, lovely and understanding. The receptionists are often described as nice and helpful, creating a supportive environment for travelers. Nonetheless, there are mixed opinions with some guests experiencing less satisfactory interactions, mentioning rudeness or insufficient helpfulness in some cases. Despite some negative experiences, the cleaning efforts by the staff and the management of on-site activities are appreciated by several guests. The consistent friendliness and excellent service seem to be key elements contributing to the positive guest experiences at the hostel.
The WiFi at Perth City Backpackers Hostel receives mixed reviews with several guests praising it as amazing and functional, particularly in communal areas. However, some reviews indicate that the connection can be unreliable and slow, making it challenging to stay connected at times. Although the hostel offers amenities like a kitchen, parking and a free breakfast with basic cereals, tea and coffee, the inconsistency of the WiFi stands out as a significant point of concern for some visitors.
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Despite some reports of comfy beds, there were significant drawbacks involving hygiene and the state of the mattresses. Issues included thin and uncomfortable mattresses and in some cases, guests encountered dirt, stains and other unsanitary conditions like chewing gum and bed bugs. Additionally, the lack of adequate bed linen and instances of linen being used by previous guests detracted from the overall experience.
For those looking for a budget-friendly stay with a social atmosphere, it might be worth considering Perth City Backpackers Hostel, but be prepared for potential variations in bed quality and cleanliness.
Cleanliness
However, the hostel does face several challenges in maintaining overall cleanliness. Common areas, such as the lounge and kitchen, were described by some as dirty with food crumbs and general mess being a notable concern in the lounge. While the kitchen received mixed reviews, being occasionally praised for cleanliness, it was also mentioned that it is rarely clean.
Rooms, on the other hand, tended to receive poor reviews concerning their state of cleanliness. Complaints were common about the rooms being dirty with some guests finding insects and feeling uncomfortable due to general untidiness and potential lack of cleanliness maintenance. Additionally, issues with old, noisy bunk beds and worn-out furniture added to the discomfort. Other concerns included the presence of dirt, dust and even mold starting to build up. The bedding also received criticism with some guests noting missing bed linen and dirty mattresses.
The exterior appearance of the hostel did not fare much better, as it seems rough and uninviting, adding to the overall impression that cleanliness and upkeep could be significantly improved.
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No, Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in.
No, Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in.
No, Perth City Backpackers Hostel - note - Valid passport required to check in doesn't have a gym.
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