Australia Hotels and Hostels

Australia is a very popular tourist destination for all types of travelers. It's a backpacker's haven with its beautiful beaches, wild cities, and excellent hiking and camping opportunities. It also is a center for culture and the arts, giving it appeal for a different type of crowd as well. Australia is also a very expensive destination, particularly in recent years when inflation has driven prices up dramatically. There are a wide variety of accommodation types, but even so, you may be in shell shock at some of the prices. Research all of your options and if you're on a very tight think creatively so that you can cut out any unnecessary costs. Food is quite expensive so if you have access to a kitchen you can dramatically cut down on costs as well.

Finding the Best Prices

As previously mentioned, prices in Australia can be quite shocking. Not only are hotels expensive, but food and entertainment can be surprisingly high as well. If you're not beginning your trip with large amounts of money, you will want to think about creative ways to minimize your expenses without limiting your comfort and fun. Finding the best deal for accommodation is a great way to do this.
Consider finding a hostel with a kitchen which will save you money of your food expenses. If hostels don't appeal to you, look into apartments that you might be able to rent that would also provide a kitchen. Cities are also much more expensive than rural areas and small towns. Australia is known for its natural beauty so head to some national parks and enjoy some camping as well. Camping will be much more affordable than hostels or hotels, particularly if you're tent camping and do not have an RV. Also consider an alternative to Australia's Gold Coast, which is known to have high prices driven by its popularity with tourists. If you're on a particularly tight budget, Australia can be a great place to try couchsurfing. Many hosts are eager to show you the ins and outs of their home country.

Types of Accommodation

Australia has a wide variety of accommodation types which help offset some of the expense. You can easily find hostels, hotels and motels in most destinations, both small towns and large cities. Camping is also a popular option. If you have access to an RV or van then your camping experience might be more comfortable, but more expensive than if you choose to tent camp. It is also possible to do a farm stay or enjoy a working holiday where you work on a local farm to pay for some of your expenses. Another creative alternative is to look into local pubs which often have private rooms available for rent. The price can be reasonable but do expect to get what you pay for. There are few amazing deals.