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Little Drifter Canberra

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, steps from Canberra Centre

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Rooftop terrace
Terrace/patio
Private 10 Bed Dorm
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private King Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private Queen Room

Private Queen Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Private 10 Bed Dorm

Private 10 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
Desk
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Family Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Twin Ensuite Room

Private Twin Ensuite Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Female Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the area

Map
7 Akuna St, Canberra, ACT, 2601

What's nearby

  • Canberra Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • National Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Australian National University - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Australian War Memorial - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • National Gallery of Australia - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Kingston Canberra Station - 12 min drive
  • Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lower Ground Food Court - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Green House Coffee and Food Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Cherry Beans - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Playingfields - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Raku - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Canberra

Hostel near Canberra Centre
Australian National University is located near Little Drifter Canberra, which provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table and outdoor furniture
  • A lift and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Heating and housekeeping

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

The Village Canberra
The Village Canberra Hostel
The Village Hostel Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Little Drifter Canberra Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Canberra

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Drifter Canberra pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Little Drifter Canberra?

As of 6 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Canberra on 12 Aug 2025 start from NZ$92.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Little Drifter Canberra?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Little Drifter Canberra?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Drifter Canberra located?

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Canberra Centre and Australian National University. Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre are just steps away.

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Little Drifter Canberra Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 93 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Siraj Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really nice stay, staff was friendly, perfect location with all amenities around in a walkable distance. Overall a very pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfy and spacious room. Shared bathroom facilities were clean, nice hot water and private dressing stalls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Little Drifter in Canberra is a great find! The location is unbeatable—super central and close to everything. It has a fresh, modern vibe with plenty of character. The hotel is clean, the staff are friendly. If you want a stylish and well-located stay in Canberra that's a step above the usual, this is it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to live if your purpose of stay is mostly being out and you need a place spend in the middle of city.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price for a private room with ensuite in the city. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Erlinet

looking good Hotel inside
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Jayden

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and accommodating, Hannah helped with my check out and was excellent and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Techin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Easy to go around the town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool people, wake up in CBD and friendly staff Highly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Yalin

Very clean. Good location and in the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet,spacious,clean room. Comfortable kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashraf

nice area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Chen-Yuan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Close to diners and Coles
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

GERALD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Walkable and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service
Perfect stay. Simple and cheap. Doesn’t pretend to be anything else.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Dom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Get the Goki app before you check-in, makes it so much easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalman

Friendly and helpful receptionist was start , than the clean room and bathroom , nothing broken ,missing ,everything worked and best sleep had for a long time .thanks . That was really a very positive surprise and experience .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

LIRIM

Liked: Staff & service
Pool out of service would of been nice to know that, and no parking
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist Jessica was really nice and gave me advice on how to move around the city, also the rooms are wide and nice to be in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Was just okay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Hank

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Didn't stay there because it does not offer queen beds or ensuites
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Central location and good clean self catering kitchen friendly atmosphere and safe . Room adequate with private ensuite. No frills and a bit shabby but for location it was worth it .easy to book and communication good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Man chuan

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

Nice experience

Booked the 10 bed room, when I arrived, just found was an all boys room, but in the room it was quiet, everyone keep the sounds down, that’s nice, the the environment is nice, the room n the whole hotel come with app it’s convenient, the ac was nice too. The location is easy to go everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Linen was a doona (in summer), air-conditioning was poor and the parking was difficult to find. Staff were very friendly and helpfulk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

aedeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were terrific...I am an old lady and need all the help I can get!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023