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Close to Darwin Waterfront, Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel provides amenities like a terrace and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

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  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 11 sq m
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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed)

  • 11 sq m
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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel is in Darwin City Centre, a neighborhood in Darwin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Darwin Waterfront and Charles Darwin National Park, while Darwin Entertainment Centre and Brown's Mart Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gardens Oval or Marrara Sports Complex. Visit our Darwin travel guide
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69 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT, 0800

What's nearby

  • A large alligator in a clear pool with a person in a transparent cylindrical enclosure.
    Crocosaurus Cove
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A tree-lined street with parked cars, a building with balconies, and a restaurant with outdoor seating.
    The Esplanade
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal park with a Ferris wheel, a pier, and a stadium.
    Darwin Waterfront
    16 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Smith Street Mall
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Darwin Convention Centre
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Monsoons Darwin
    3 min walk
  • Shenannigans
    2 min walk
  • Nonna Dumplings
    4 min walk
  • Tokyo Crepe Couture
    5 min walk
  • The Lost Arc
    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

  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Business center

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 available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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?

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.

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

Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

6.8

6.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

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.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

kym

Liked: Staff & service

Cheap Darwin backpackers

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Goood!

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

6/10 Okay

bakurato

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only ok, I wouldn't stay here again, room was tiny, kitchen and showers were dirty
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Goedkoop hotel in het centrum

Het is een goedkoop hotel met een goede centrale ligging
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

julian

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget backpacker

Good location on Mitchell Street. Coles supermarket very close which is handy. Bed is very average, old school air conditioning in room with ceiling fan. Corridor is very noisy in morning, so if you've had a late night don't expect much sleep. Not bad price considering location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

craig

Liked: Staff & service

Good stay

Yeah it was a nice stay! Clubs were noisey on the weekend so earplugs would be a good call
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Behageligt ophold

Pæne og rene værelser centralt beliggende på Mitchell Street. Hjælpsomt personale. Eneste minus er morgenmaden men eller rigtig godt altsammen
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Rhys

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

What a disappointing stay

I arrived at 1:40am called the night manager but she was at another property so i was kept waiting for 30 minutes to check in. Once into my room i was met with the next door kebab shop and every drunk on the streets conversations, the air conditioner from the room above was constantly dripping on to the air con unit in my room so that was awesome for 2 days trying to sleep through. the staff have an affinity for slaming doors shut no matter what time of the day or night it is 12am BAM, 6:30 BAM, 2pm BAM. toilets and showers were in the same disgusting state the whole duration of the stay.... avoid this place its a giant rip off!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mégane

Liked: Cleanliness

Bon rapport qualité prix

Bonne auberge, pas très organisée mais pour quelques nuits ça va !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenni

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

Excellent hostel

Stayed here several weeks. Super clean hostel and relaxed atmosphere. Not a party hostel. Great customer service, central location and spacious (double) rooms with air conditioning, fridge + sink & mirror. Good kitchen and jacuzzi-type pools! Noise coming from the streets but can't really avoid that in party-Darwin.
Verified review

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

It is a backpackers

It is what it is, a backpackers. totally acceptable. However my bed did not have any top matters so i could feel the springs, not very comfortable.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Roomstoo tight, bathroom is a geat a van would be fine. Little insects can be there, saw some. Less toilette paper, just in one cabine (4days). I really don't know what the cleaning staff is doing there?