City Backpackers HQ | Hostel in Brisbane

| 7.2 (1404 Reviews) |   142 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  13 Guests
Brisbane Central Business District Hostel | City Backpackers HQ

142 Bedroom Hostel in Brisbane Central Business District, Brisbane

Located in the center of Brisbane, this vibrant youth backpacker hostel offers panoramic river and city views from the rooftop swimming pool. Guests have access to unlimited free Wi-Fi. City Backpackers HQ is only 1312 feet from the Roma Street Transit Center and just 984 feet from the Brisbane River. The property is within walking distance to shopping, bars restaurants and Brisbane's vibrant nightlife. Most rooms at City Backpackers HQ are air-conditioned. Fresh linen and blankets are provided. Facilities include a rooftop garden, full-size swimming pool, multiple bathrooms and showers, cinema room, sunbathing area, fully equipped modern kitchen, and guest laundry facilities. Parking is available subject to availability, and short-term and long-term luggage storage facilities are provided, subject to fees. Enjoy a coffee at City HQ Café on one of the property's terraces, which features sprawling city and river views.

City Backpackers HQ is located in Brisbane.

This 142 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: View, Security/Safety, Restaurant, and several others. This is a 5 star rated property and has over 1404 reviews with the average score of 7.2 . Coming to Brisbane and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Bar
  • Coffee house on site
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Parking on site
Activities
  • Game room
  • Pool table
  • Horseback riding
  • Ping-pong
  • Snorkeling
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water park
  • Happy hour
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Darts
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Adults only
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Lockers
  • Express check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Baggage storage
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Rooftop pool

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please note that there is a 1.8% charge when you pay with a credit or debit card, please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a union pay credit card, eftpos transactions incur a $0.25 surcharge, please note that:, you must show a valid government issued photo id and credit card upon check-in, people wishing to stay in the backpacking dormitory accommodations are required to have with them, a full sized travelers backpack and a passport. a backpack is not required to stay in a single, twin or double room, city backpackers hq has the right to refuse check in if guests are not adhering to the above policy. group bookings, 8+ people, will need to be approved prior. has this not been done, check in may be refused, the latest assisted check in is 12am. unassisted check in is only available with prior agreed arrangements. bookings made with arrival after 12am will be marked as a no show and charges are applicable as per the policy of the booking.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.26
Location:
8.41
Staff:
8.62
Facilities:
7.41
Comfort:
7.3
Cleanliness:
7.33
Aaron
Jan 27, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: business
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Towels

Media & Technology

TV, Cable channels

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine, Refrigerator

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 40 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Standard Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom, Towels

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 60 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 10-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 50 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
5 Share Female Dorm with A/C
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
5 Share Female Dorm with A/C

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Carpeted, Air conditioning, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Standard Double Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Shared bathroom

Kitchen

Dryer, Washing machine

General

Key card access, Smoke Alarm, Lockers, Reading light, Privacy curtain, Carpeted, Earplugs, Trash cans, Key access

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens
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