About

Right in the heart of Brisbane, City Backpackers HQ is the best social city hostel with unbeatable river and skyline views.

Stay just minutes from the best shopping, bars, restaurants, nightlife, and transport. When you are not out exploring, relax on our spacious decks, cool off in the pool overlooking the city, or unwind in the movie lounge. With plenty of common spaces and free Wi-Fi, it is easy to meet fellow travellers or just kick back and recharge.

We are all about the classic backpacker vibe - welcoming international travellers from all over the world, whether you are staying for a few nights or extending while you work and explore Australia, book your trip for anywhere in Australia with us!

If you want a central location, great views, and a genuine backpacker atmosphere to make friends or find work, City Backpackers HQ is the perfect base for your Brisbane adventure.

Full Cinema Theatre, on-site café and bar, laundry and drying facilities, car and scooter parking*, fully equipped kitchen, storage and locker facilities, swimming pool with panoramic city views, roof terrace, BBQ, daily events, table tennis table, pool table, board games, book exchange.

*Subject to availability.

International backpackers only. Valid international passport required at check-in. Licensed venue with on-site bar, No Byo. Late check-in available after 11pm with prior notification.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Jobs Board
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Reviews

8.1Fabulous(3028)
  • Value for Money
    7.9
  • Security
    8.9
  • Atmosphere
    8.0
  • Cleanliness
    7.7
  • Staff
    9.1
  • Location
    8.7
  • Facilities
    7.7
Summary of traveller reviews

City Backpackers HQ in Brisbane offers a vibrant social atmosphere, with many guests praising the friendly and helpful staff. The rooftop terrace and pool are popular spots for relaxation and socializing. While generally clean, some recent reviews mention issues with kitchen and bathroom cleanliness, and a lack of privacy due to no curtains on beds.

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Stayed in Oct 2026
8.6
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Michela
Female, 25-30, Italy
Good hostel, the staff is really frendly. if you want calm and relax is the perfect one
Stayed in Sept 2026
8.6
P
Paula
Female, 18-24, USA
City backpackers hq is one of the most affordable hostels in Brisbane. They have events going on every night. Arts & craft night, karaoke night, movie night etc. It’s clean and staff are professional and make everyone feel welcomed
Stayed in Sept 2026
8.6
A
Anonymous
Couple, 25-30, Scotland
I had a great stay at city backpackers! The staff are super friendly and helpful and there is loads of common space to use.
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Location

380 Upper Roma Street, Qld 4000, Brisbane, Australia
1.4km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

City Backpackers HQ features a rooftop swimming pool, a cinema room, free car parking, free Wi-Fi, a large kitchen, and clean and comfortable private rooms and dorm rooms. The rooftop terrace is particularly popular with Hostelworld guests, one of whom told us, "I loved the top of the hostel where you can enjoy a view over the city and look at the stars". They're located close to the river and near the rest of the city centre