About

YHA Fremantle Prison has all the added comfort of a modern hostel - a mix of private and shared rooms, free Wi-Fi, modern facilities - all within a charming historic building.

If you’re brave, sleep in the actual prison cells! This property has an additional purpose-built building with ensuite private rooms for luxurious travellers. Perfectly preserved Victorian-style guards’ cottages are also available.

Learn about the rich history displayed throughout the hostel during your stay. World Heritage-listed Fremantle Prison was built in the 1850s with the first convicts occupying it in 1855, all the way up until 1991. The women’s division of the prison is now the YHA Fremantle Prison.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Jobs Board
  • Children's Play Area
  • Luggage Storage
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Reviews

9.4Superb(271)
  • Value for Money
    9.6
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    8.7
  • Cleanliness
    9.1
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    9.3
  • Facilities
    9.3
Summary of traveller reviews

YHA Fremantle Prison in Fremantle offers a unique stay in a historic setting. Guests praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious common areas, and a large, well-equipped kitchen. The location is excellent for exploring the city. Some recent reviews mention limited social atmosphere and occasional issues with hot water.

Stayed in May 2026
10
J
Janice
Female, 41+, Australia
Staff were excellent, very accomodating of my upgrade and so good to be able to leave my backpack b4 check-in. Value for money for such a central stay.
Stayed in Apr 2026
9.4
A
Anish
Male, 25-30, England
Great hostel. Slight ding to social as there are a lot of long termers/families but it got the job done.
Stayed in Apr 2026
8.9
M
Michele
Male, 25-30, Italy
Really nice common spaces, well furnished kitchen open 24h, nice room with quite big private locker, plenty of power outlets but quite dirty bathroom sinks and some bathroom have no space to put your beauty case or no hook for towels.
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Location

6A The Terrace, Fremantle, Australia
0.6km from city centre