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YHA Fremantle Prison

1.0 star property
Hostel in Perth, steps from Fremantle Prison

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1 bedroom
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

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Bed in 10 Share Mixed with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 64 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Twin Cell with Shared Bathroom

Twin Cell with Shared Bathroom

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  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Bed in 4 Share Mixed with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Entire 4 Share with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
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Separate bedroom
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Bed in 4 Share Female with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Male with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6 Share Male with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8 Share Female with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8 Share Male with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
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  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Share Mixed with Ensuite

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Private bathroom
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Bed in 8 Shared Mixed with Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Queen Plus 2 with Ensuite

Queen Plus 2 with Ensuite

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Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Share Female with Shared Bathroom

Bed in 6 Share Female with Shared Bathroom

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  • 18 sq m
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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Share Male with Shared Bathroom

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Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Twin Cell Room With Shared Bathroom

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  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Bed In 6 Bed Female Dormitory (Female Only)

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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed In 6 Share Male Dorm (Male Only)

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Bed In 8 Share Mixed Dorm (Mixed Gender)

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Bed In 4 Bed Female Dormitory (Female Only)

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Bed In 8 Share Female Dorm (Female Only)

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Bed In 4 Share Mixed Dorm With Ensuite (Mixed Gender)

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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Bed In 4 Bed Male Dormitory (Male Only)

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  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Queen Plus 2 Singles With Ensuite

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  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom

Bed In 8 Bed Male Dormitory (Male Only)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
6A The Terrace, Fremantle, WA, 6160

What's nearby

  • Fremantle Prison - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fremantle Markets - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Esplanade Hotel - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Fremantle Passenger Terminal - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cottesloe Beach - 10 min drive - 7.9 km

Getting around

  • Fremantle Station - 10 min walk
  • Perth Airport (PER) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freo.Social - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tonic + Ginger - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Festa Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Thailand Island - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Old Courthouse Fremantle - ‬4 min walk

About this property

YHA Fremantle Prison

Hostel near Fremantle Prison
A garden, an arcade/games room and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at YHA Fremantle Prison. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • 1 meeting room, luggage storage and a vending machine
  • Tour/ticket information

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Fremantle Prison YHA Hostel
Prison YHA Hostel
Fremantle Prison YHA
Prison YHA
Fremantle Prison YHA
Fremantle Prison YHA Hostel
YHA Fremantle Prison Fremantle
YHA Fremantle Prison Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA Fremantle Prison pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at YHA Fremantle Prison?

As of 29 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YHA Fremantle Prison on 13 July 2025 start from AU$108.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at YHA Fremantle Prison?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at YHA Fremantle Prison?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA Fremantle Prison located?

Located in Fremantle, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Fremantle Prison, Town Hall and Fremantle Markets. Esplanade Hotel and Fremantle Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes. Fremantle Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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YHA Fremantle Prison Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 174 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ishara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located from the main attractions (Fremantle market, city centre, jetty). Safe and quiet neighbourhood. Easily walkable. Unfortunately, there was no hot water in the unisex bathroom I used.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Nice staff. Perfect place to stay on a budget.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAYLEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for backpacking tourists

Great place to stay while backpacking friendly safe lots of space and big kitchen to cook in
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value for money
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great and interesting place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and chill hostel. All staff were lovely and do a great job of keeping the place up to a high standard
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Amelia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here! It wasn't the nicest place but it's a prison so that is to be expected, and I thought it being a bit run-down made the experience more authentic. I do wish I was able to explore more of the buildings without having to pay for a tour though...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient, quiet, clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best YHA I have ever stayed at on the grounds of a World Heritage Listed Site. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good but some other passengers very noise and no respect for people sleeping
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A different type of place to stay at. Was a good location, walking distance to town, clean and tidy. Enjoyed the history.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun stay in Fremantle prison
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous experience for our grandson .

Exactly what we need expected and staff were fab x most comfortable bed we have slept in during our 5 week trip to Aus .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay here from check in to check out. Staff were great. Facilities were new and in working order. Totally appreciated the upgrade. It would have been excellent if they had a freezer and no construction during my stay. Unique place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Geoff A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good close to Fremantle CBD and public transport and entertainment
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy, no fuss, friendly, close to the beach and public transport to Perth City
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luciana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect accomodation. Easy, open space, silence, good people.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really fun staying in an old prison very small room but made me think of what it was like to be a prisoner
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Fremantle for shopping, nightlife and concerts at Fremantle prison. Clean room, comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Would stay again

Nice first days just outside of Perth. Good staff. Friendly people staying there. Lot of mixed ages and families as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
How much they went out of there way to make sure we were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
really god people working here
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellinor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Lovely hostel, walking distance to everything you need. Very quiet. Big clean kitchen. Fremantle is such a wonderful town, could stay here forever.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shiphrah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet. Best sleep ever after a long adventurous day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023