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Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
A peaceful garden oasis awaits travelers at this vibrant Brisbane hostel, where friends gather around barbecue grills just steps from South Bank Parklands

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4 Bed Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets - Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel (West End)
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Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel in central Brisbane offers self-serve breakfast, free in-room WiFi, a garden, terrace, and lobby TV area. Helpful staff and convenient laundry facilities create a homey atmosphere near Suncorp Stadium.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with a window, white walls, and a tiled floor.

Twin Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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4 Bed Mixed Dorm | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

4 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a suitcase, and a bed with a pink towel.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a suitcase, and a bed with a pink towel.

6 Bed Female Dorm

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A single bed with a black metal frame, white bedding, and a plain wall in the background.

8 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

West End, a neighborhood in Brisbane, is home to Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel. XXXX Brewery and Brisbane International Cruise Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Queensland Performing Arts Centre and Brisbane Showgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Suncorp Stadium or The Gabba. Visit our Brisbane travel guide
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147 Vulture Street, West End, QLD, 4101

What's nearby

  • A beach with clear blue water, palm trees, and a modern building with 'RYDGES' on it.
    South Bank Parklands
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • An indoor concert hall with tiered seating, a stage, and a large orchestra.
    Queensland Performing Arts Centre
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A dinosaur skeleton with a long neck and tail, displayed against a textured wall.
    Queensland Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A bustling urban street with modern architecture, including a glass-roofed building and a covered pedestrian area.
    Queen Street Mall
    5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • South Bank Station
    12 min walk
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Boundary Hotel
    6 min walk
  • Archive Beer Boutique
    5 min walk
  • The Burrow
    5 min walk
  • The Greek Club
    5 min walk
  • The End
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 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 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from October 24 2023 to February 10 2027 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children 17 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 17 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: AUD 20.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 17 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in West End, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Bank Parklands, and Queensland Performing Arts Centre. XXXX Brewery and Queen Street Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km). South Bank Station is 12 minutes by foot and South Brisbane Station is 14 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel Reviews

6.6

6.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

6.8

Staff & service

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 36 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

You have what you paid!

It's cheap hostel in We End but you will get what you paid. Just don't expect much of $16 per night. At least you can have a car parking for free if you have one. There are 2 buildings of the hostel, White and Green, it seems the Green one is for the people who live there for ages but the White one is for new guests. But yeah seems most of people who staying in the hostel have been here a ages. *** the booking website said that you've already paid for the first night or what but the true is you've not. So you have to pay the whole amount on the spot. *** Once you show up and you feel not okay to stay just find the new one cause you can.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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

Cheap and a little nasty

The manager was very good and looked after us in regard to the price. The sheets and towels were clean though the rest of the building was a little dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay! Nice staff and nice guests!! Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
친절하고 저렴한가격이긴하나 청결도는 낮음
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this hostel due to the location and the recent reviews... IT WAS A MISTAKE. Upon check in the staff was rude and unfriendly, if I had realised I had not paid for it yet I would of went somewhere else. The way the hostel was upon entry was that bad. Upon checkin the guy was very pushy and the ‘rules’ are crazy. The wifi did not work while we were there. The sleeping: the mattresses are typical hostel and hard, however they are yellow. The pillows are stained and the blankets were so gross we did not use them. The room itself looked like it hadn’t been cleaned, ever. The bathrooms: RUN!! The mild that is around the floors, up the walls and on the wooden door to the bathroom makes you feel dirtier then when you went in. The entire time we were there, they were not cleaned once. It is a shame because they look like they have been redone but it is crazy. Besides the cleanliness, which is horrible and quite frankly gross and none existent, the noise is loud. With all the rules you’d expect them to enforce the quiet times which they don’t. Go across the street for cheaper and a MUCH BETTER experience. DO NOT GO HERE.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Sven

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Definitely not worth it! Dirty

Dirty and old hostel. Crew comes into the room without knocking on the door. Crew is rude and unfriendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Give it a chance

My Uber pulled into the hostel directly opposite and I was impressed, then realised my hostel was the one on the other side of the road and was very disappointed - it looked like it should be in a ghetto somewhere. Lots of graffitti on the outside as a welcome, the building looked really old and tired, no clear sign as to where reception was, or indeed that it was the hostel I was staying at, and lots of “lock your door” signs everywhere. When I found reception, posters warning abouts the local “thief” were my welcome! Not great so far, but the bed was clean, although extremely noisy, most beds in the room woke everyone up as people moved in their sleep, air con and WiFi were amazing though, and value for money was pretty good I guess. Staff are really friendly. Toilets and showers were gross, although they were cleaned during my stay I don’t think they have had a deep clean since they opened. Overall great for a night or 2 to save money but hostel opposite looked more appealing!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Bed was comfortable but a bit noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Tony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very dirty. No sink near the toilets towash your hands. Looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

ErFeigglerDurf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Was simple and neat for the price. Friendly staff and guests. Bathroom facilities were lacking, regards showers and sinks.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the atmosphere there is great, totally recommend it!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Quiet and homey.

Decent spot, close to shops and transport links. Friendly and helpful staff, comfortable dorm with both AC and fans. Generally a bit 'tired' and run down in appearance lacking some of the facilities of similarly priced alternatives. WiFi ok when it worked properly... Frequently 'no connection', poor signal and/or limited bandwidth however.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matth

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Okay

Okay for.solo.travellers
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jo

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

Rude and useless

1. They had no record of my wotif booking when I arrived (I had the email confirmation, so not my error). 2. They wouldn't let me check in anyway because I didn't have my passport. This fact was not evident ANYWHERE in the booking process. When I mentioned this, I was told haughtily by the boy at reception that well I agreed to it with the terms and conditions (which I'm fairly confident he's never read, and agreeing to terms and conditions when booking online - really?). No "sorry" and "we should look in to that so this doesn't happen again".
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
샤 워 시 설 은 만 족 스 러 웠 으 나 침 실 이 나 다 른 곳 은 기 대 하 지 않 는 게 좋 다 그 냥 싼 맛 이 다 다
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, nice kitchen with free rice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Originally planned to stay for 2 weeks but extended to 5. Stayed in a twin room very safe and secure, staff are friendly, good cooking space.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Room comfort
Very small kitchen, gets very busy. Have a system where it have to hand your keys over to get mugs, cutlery etc. Rooms are very basic - bed, hangers no where to store anything. Only one shower worth using between about 10 rooms as other one is a wet room with nowhere dry to put clothes and towel.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Get what you pay for.

Arrived at the hostel which has a massive gate, great for security, but was harder to find the entrance since it was in the back and we didn't know if it was a personal house or the hostel. The staff were very friendly and helpful, but the room was tiny and there was green stuff on the wall, looked like vomit. The beds were metal frames which were ok, but squeaked with the slightest movement which got very annoying and the walls were paper thin. We had a room right next to the common area on the deck and when we had to go to bed early it is hard when you hear everyone laughing and talking all night. The experience wasn't terrible, but you get what you pay for.
Verified review

8/10 Good

CHUN CHIEH

想省錢可以來

Cp值中上
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alejandra

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Totsuka

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyoung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021