Little Drifter Canberra | Hostel in Canberra

| 8.2 (553 Reviews) |   112 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  48 Guests
City East Hostel | Little Drifter Canberra

112 Bedroom Hostel in City East, Canberra

Little Drifter Canberra is located in the heart of Canberra’s city center, making it the perfect spot to see the many sites Canberra has to offer, grab a meal, have a shop, or take a stroll through manicured and lush public parks. Little Drifter Canberra features a sunny rooftop terrace to relax after a big day of exploring. Guests can hang out in the games room, enjoy a meal in the BBQ area, or whip up a delicious meal in the large communal kitchen. All rooms are air conditioned and feature a work desk. Some rooms have a private bathroom, TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Little Drifter Canberra is a 5 minute walk from the coach terminal, which offers connections to Sydney and Melbourne. It is a 5 minute drive from the Australian War Memorial, the National Museum of Australia and Parliament House. Canberra Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Lake Burley Griffin is just a 10 minute walk away. The whole of Canberra is at your fingertips when you stay at The Village Canberra!

Little Drifter Canberra is located in Canberra.

This 112 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 553 reviews with the average score of 8.2 . Coming to Canberra and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 112 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Canberra. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Little Drifter Canberra in Canberra is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Little Drifter Canberra”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

Show more

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Accessibility
  • Raised toilet
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Visual aids (Braille)
Activities
  • Pool table
General
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Family rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Laundry
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/out
  • Lockers
  • Baggage storage
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Sun deck
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

You must show a valid photo id upon check-in, 2% surcharge applies to all card payments, please note that children are welcome at this property, but cannot be accommodated in the shared dormitory rooms, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or legal guardian in a private room, please note that this property reserves the right to ask guests to leave if there are problems with antisocial behavior or excessive noise.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.12
Location:
9.19
Staff:
8.29
Facilities:
7.6
Comfort:
7.67
Cleanliness:
7.65
Quan
Mar 8, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Australia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Good location, room was clean ,and friendly staff.
Negative: Nothing
Summary: Next time I will come again.
See All Reviews

Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Private Family Ensuite Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
4 Bunk bed Bed
Private Family Ensuite Room

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Bathtub or shower, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

TV

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 Bed Female Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 8 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8 Bed Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 8 Bed Female Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8 Bed Female Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Entire 4 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 12 m2
4 Bunk bed Bed
Entire 4 Bed Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 4 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Entire 8 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 18 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed
Entire 8 Bed Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 10 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Bed in 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Private Compact Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

Media & Technology

TV

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Private Twin Ensuite Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 13 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

TV

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Private King Ensuite
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Private King Ensuite

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Towels, Shower, Toilet, Private bathroom

Media & Technology

TV

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Entire 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 18 m2
8 Bunk bed Bed
Entire 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Body soap, Shower, Toilet, Private bathroom

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator
Entire 10 Bed Dorm
Room Type: Dorm Room
Room Size: 20 m2
10 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Body soap, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Smoke Alarm, Trash cans, Reading light, Lockers, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning

Living Area

Desk, Sitting area

Bedroom

Linens

Room amenities

Socket near the bed

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator

FAQ's

Is this Little Drifter Canberra pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Little Drifter Canberra?

Check-in time for Little Drifter Canberra starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Little Drifter Canberra have a swimming pool?

No, this Little Drifter Canberra does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Little Drifter Canberra?

Best-rates for the Little Drifter Canberra starts from $98 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Kitchen, Laundry with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Little Drifter Canberra a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Little Drifter Canberra wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Little Drifter Canberra is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Little Drifter Canberra?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Little Drifter Canberra indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Little Drifter Canberra?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Check Hostel Availability
Nightly rates from:
USD98
You will be redirected to  
Hot Deal - It has been viewed 8 times today
Not the right fit? Check out our other properties in City East
Stylish 2-Bed Apartment in Canberra CBD From US $294
         

10.0 (7 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Accommodate Canberra - Highgate From US $158
         

8.7 (32 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Perfectly Located Modern Apartment - Canberra CBD From US $162
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Lavish & Oversized 1 Bd 1Bth - Centre of the CBD From US $168
         

Lovely 2BR Apartment w/free parking on premises From US $227
         

10.0 (5 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Stylish Braddon Retreat 2Bedroom Free Parking & Pool From US $231
         

|
10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Fabulous 2BR/2BA Apartment in the Central District From US $240
         

10.0 (2 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Luxury 1-Bedroom Apartment in Allara St Canberra From US $198
         

|
10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Accessibility
Modern 2BR APT in Highgate Executive Apartment From US $235
         

10.0 (2 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
North-Facing APT 3 min to Canberra Times Fountain From US $227
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Park Avenue Apt in the Heart of the City From US $175
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Exquisite Apartment at City`s Doorstep From US $165
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Stunning 2BR Apt in the Heart of Canberra City From US $155
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Light & Lovely in Canberra's CBD - 1BR Apt w/Carsp From US $154
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Perfectly Located Modern Apartment - Canberra CBD From US $147
         

10.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Central ACT Studio with Indoor Pool and Gym From US $192
         

9.8 (13 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Center 1-Bed with Gym, BBQ and Stunning Views From US $250
         

9.8 (7 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Sunny Braddon Apt near Civic From US $173
         

9.4 (3 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pool
Modern 2BR Apartment in the Heart of the City From US $229
         

9.2 (5 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Forum Central City Loft with Free Wi-Fi and Parking From US $237
         

9.0 (27 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Tranquil 2BR APT - Glebe Park View From US $221
         

9.0 (2 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV