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Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with an outdoor pool, near Darwin Waterfront

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Snack bar
Reception

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/bath combination
Cable channels
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
69 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Darwin Waterfront - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • East Arm Darwin Station - 27 min drive
  • Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Monsoons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shenannigans - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel

Hostel near Darwin Waterfront
Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel provides amenities, such as a terrace and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All 170 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Chilli's Backpackers Hostel Darwin
Chilli's Backpackers Hostel
Chilli's Backpackers Darwin
Chilli's Backpackers
Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Darwin
Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Where is Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel located?

Located in Darwin City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Bicentennial Park and Lyons Cottage are just steps away.

Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 70 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

CHEONG KEAT

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Darwin's Most Happening Place

stay in Chillis was good and is a good meeting place to meet people of various nationality. The location is good as it has everything that you need.... transport, tour booking, supermarket, sights, food and drinks. The most happening place in Darwin.

6/10 Okay

Donghee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

basic

only stayed for a quick 1 night stop and i’m glad that’s all it was
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Eddie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lack of Power points and the cramped uncomfortable conditions of the beds made this place a very disappointing experience. I wouldn't recommend for a long term stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
This was a well located hostel with lots if food and shopping available close. Some staff were very friendly and helpful while others were not. Single rooms were spacious. Property could use a bit of TLC and it would be really good place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

kym

Liked: Staff & service

Cheap Darwin backpackers

Cheap, comfortable backpackers close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and excellent value. Morning early check-in a welcome bonus after a short overnight flight
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. A bit loud at night but hey, it’s a hostel in the CBD! Great location and everyone I met was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lidwina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Typical backpacker hostel

It's a decent hostel on the main street. Have a no alcohol policy which is a bit strange. Rooms and bathrooms are kept pretty clean considering the amount of people. A cheaper option than others, very good if you don't plan to spend much time in the hostel. Staff are helpful, can organize tours or give job leads.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Teo

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

Great and Amazing People Stay There

Nice stay overall. Pillow too soft and water shower head missing at some cubicle. No issue as move to another one. Opposite Coles Supermarket, bars and attractions. Easy to travel around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

IAN

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Mike

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

Poor communications

Pathetic closed for renos. Still waiting for refund
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice pool and friendly staff. Really happy with how staff handled my booking at YouthShack while chilli undergoing renovation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Room comfort
Very basic service, the reservation says that the beakfast was incude but nobody knows that. The place was under remodelation so my stay was in another backpacker.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Goood!

Good location in Darwin. Everything is close to the Backpackers!! And clean bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

susan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

bakurato, Japan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
ダーウィンの繁華街にあり便利です。海外のバックパッカーに宿泊者経験者にお勧めのホテルです。若い子が大いので煩いです。隣りにスーパーがあるので自分で調理が出来ます。 駐車場は無いので注意。
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Anaïs M.

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

Worst hostel I have stayed in

Worst hostel I have slept in in the 8 months I have been in Australia... Where to start... Maybe with the cockroaches and bugs that crawl over you during the night. Maybe with the ceiling fan that was covered in dust. Maybe with the showers that are dirty at night and have no hot water in the morning. Maybe with the fact that if you are on the ground floor you are literally next to an alley where car parks and therefore accelerate right next to you. Maybe with the fact that backpackers here run wild and can play music very loud until veeeery late without being told to keep quiet. Yes it is very well located but it's not worth it. We had a reservation for another night in a few days but we cancelled it and hopefully we'll find something better that this
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

汶希

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018