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Hostel · ★
# Youth Shack Backpackers

Darwin City, Darwin, Australia

7.0 ·  Good 96 reviews ·  #52 #52 of 53 in Darwin ·  3.2/5 on Google, 269 reviews ·  8.9 Location score
## About Youth Shack Backpackers

Youth Shack Backpackers is a hostel in Darwin City, Darwin, Australia. It holds a 1-star rating. Guests rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 96 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 530 m from the centre of Darwin. The nearest beach is 310 m away. The nearest airport, Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (DRW), is 7.0 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★

- **Check-in from:** 11:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 85

- **Floors:** 2

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 73

69 Mitchell Street [youthshack.com.au](https://www.youthshack.com.au/)

## How Youth Shack Backpackers scores

Better rated than 2% of hotels in Darwin

-   Guest rating **7.0**
-   Location **8.9**
-   Facilities **4.2**
-   Families **2.0**
-   Spa & wellness **1.5**
-   Beach access **9.3**

Darwin average

## Rating on Google

3.2/5

269 Google reviews

-   5★22%
-   4★28%
-   3★15%
-   2★9%
-   1★26%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Nightclub

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Kitchen

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **8.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **88**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **135**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **10**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Lameroo Beach</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">310 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (DRW)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Darwin</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">530 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">9 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Crocosaurus Cove30 m
-   NTAHC Darwin190 m
-   Lyons Cottage240 m
-   Darwin Esplanade370 m
-   USS Peary Memorial450 m
-   Darwin Cenotaph War Memorial490 m

## Youth Shack Backpackers: in detail

At Youth Shack Backpackers, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. Complimentary parking is available for guests. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Always look your best in your preferred attire with the laundromat and dry cleaning service provided at Youth Shack Backpackers. Craving relaxation? In-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping allow you to maximize your time spent inside the room. For the health and well-being of all guests and staff, smoking is restricted exclusively to assigned zones. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. A number of rooms feature television for guest amusement and enjoyment. In certain chosen rooms, a refrigerator is conveniently available for your use. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. A delightful breakfast is the perfect way to begin your day, and at Youth Shack Backpackers, you can always indulge in a scrumptious meal on-site. Allow your journey to be free from the pangs of hunger! On-site eateries offer delicious and accessible meal choices. An evening spent within the hostel's bar and nightclub may prove to be just as entertaining as venturing out with your fellow adventurers. At Youth Shack Backpackers, affordable refreshments are available 24/7 through the convenient vending machines on-site. Are you inclined to prepare your own dishes? You will surely appreciate having the on-site shared kitchen available. At Youth Shack Backpackers, guests can take pleasure in the delightful recreational amenities provided for their entertainment. At the hostel, a wide range of enjoyable activities ensures that there's never a dull moment during your visit. Don't miss out on the easily reachable beach in the vicinity. At Youth Shack Backpackers, a wide array of amenities guarantees a fulfilling experience throughout your visit. Make your holiday truly memorable by taking a rejuvenating plunge into the pool. At Youth Shack Backpackers, the poolside bar provides an excellent incentive to enjoy extended hours in your swimwear.

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## Questions about Youth Shack Backpackers

### How do guests rate Youth Shack Backpackers?

Youth Shack Backpackers has a guest rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 96 reviews, which is better than 2% of rated hotels in Darwin.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Youth Shack Backpackers?

Check-in starts at 11:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does Youth Shack Backpackers include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Youth Shack Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, Youth Shack Backpackers has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Youth Shack Backpackers?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Youth Shack Backpackers from the airport?

The nearest airport, Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (DRW), is 7.0 km away in a straight line.

### Is Youth Shack Backpackers close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 310 m from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Youth Shack Backpackers have?

Youth Shack Backpackers has 85 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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