simple single-sex dorms (no air conditioning) sleep up to 6 guests and have shared bathrooms, linens and free wi-fi. amenities include an outdoor pool, a bbq area and a guest kitchen, as well as a common room and a pool table. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. this modest budget hostel is a 7-minute walk from the lively shops and cafes of leederville, a 12-minute walk from leederville train station and 3 km from perth city centre. private rooms add tvs and ceiling fans; upgraded private rooms feature minifridges, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. a security deposit applies. there are also laundry facilities and an exercise room (fee for both) Perth Airport 19 min
AGWA - Art Gallery of WA (8 min) Museum featuring eclectic exhibitions of classic & contemporary regional art in a minimalist space. The Perth Mint (10 min) Government moneymaking facility with gold-history displays, tours of vaults & an 1899 melting house. Heirisson Island (12 min) Compact island offering picnic shelters with BBQs, a children’s playground & a kangaroo sanctuary. WA Museum Boola Bardip (8 min) Museum in Perth Cultural Centre with social & cultural history exhibits, plus a cafe in an old jail. Elizabeth Quay (11 min) Waterside entertainment complex on an inlet with shopping, cafes, boat tours, art & museums. Fremantle Prison (27 min) Large, old penitentiary providing interactive cultural exhibits on convict life, tours & a cafe. The Bell Tower (9 min) Landmark modern tower with ringing bells & an observation deck offering city views. Hyde Park (4 min) Large, scenic green space with 2 lakes, playgrounds, wildlife & picnic facilities. Perth Cultural Centre (8 min) Lively arts complex including government buildings, museums, theaters & art galleries. AQWA The Aquarium Of Western Australia (23 min) Storied aquarium with a cafe featuring a walk-through underwater tunnel & interactive touch pool. Kings Park and Botanic Garden (7 min) Landscaped park, overlooking the Swan river, with honour avenues plus war and historic memorials. Swan Valley (33 min) Historic wine & food region with tasting rooms, river cruises, gourmet shops & a wildlife park. Scitech (15 min) Kid-friendly museum featuring interactive science exhibits & a planetarium with themed shows. Lake Monger (5 min) Lake with surrounding trails for walking & cycling, plus recreation areas & birding sites. Perth Zoo (7 min) Quaint, storied zoo offering animal exhibits & behind-the-scenes tours, plus picnic areas & cafes. |