straightforward mixed-gender and single-sex dorms sleep up to 6 guests and include air conditioning, linens and shared bathrooms. set near the bustling northbridge entertainment district, this down-to-earth hostel is 1 km from both the western australian museum and perth train station, and 5 km from kings park. check-in time: 12:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. there's also a herb garden, and a terrace with bbq grills, as well as coin-operated laundry facilities. there's a laid-back tv lounge with guest computers, plus a game room and a shared kitchen. private rooms are available. wi-fi is available Perth Airport 19 min
Elizabeth Quay (8 min) Waterside entertainment complex on an inlet with shopping, cafes, boat tours, art & museums. Hyde Park (10 min) Large, scenic green space with 2 lakes, playgrounds, wildlife & picnic facilities. AGWA - Art Gallery of WA (11 min) Museum featuring eclectic exhibitions of classic & contemporary regional art in a minimalist space. Swan Valley (33 min) Historic wine & food region with tasting rooms, river cruises, gourmet shops & a wildlife park. The Perth Mint (6 min) Government moneymaking facility with gold-history displays, tours of vaults & an 1899 melting house. Fremantle Markets (29 min) Busy indoor market dating to 1897 with stalls selling food, local produce, clothes & handicrafts. Fremantle Prison (29 min) Large, old penitentiary providing interactive cultural exhibits on convict life, tours & a cafe. Perth Cultural Centre (11 min) Lively arts complex including government buildings, museums, theaters & art galleries. WA Museum Boola Bardip (10 min) Museum in Perth Cultural Centre with social & cultural history exhibits, plus a cafe in an old jail. Kings Park and Botanic Garden (10 min) Landscaped park, overlooking the Swan river, with honour avenues plus war and historic memorials. Heirisson Island (12 min) Compact island offering picnic shelters with BBQs, a children’s playground & a kangaroo sanctuary. The Bell Tower (10 min) Landmark modern tower with ringing bells & an observation deck offering city views. Scitech (7 min) Kid-friendly museum featuring interactive science exhibits & a planetarium with themed shows. Lake Monger (9 min) Lake with surrounding trails for walking & cycling, plus recreation areas & birding sites. Perth Zoo (9 min) Quaint, storied zoo offering animal exhibits & behind-the-scenes tours, plus picnic areas & cafes. |