Temporary Accommodation
- University organised accommodation
- Organising your own accommodation
- Useful websites links
- Cancellation policy
University Organised Accommodation
If you are a new student at the University of Adelaide, you can request the University to book one week's temporary accommodation on your behalf, for when you first arrive in Adelaide. To do this, you will need to complete and submit the online Arrival Form. This service is only offered to new international students and their dependants (partner/spouse and children).
The International Student Centre (ISC) can organise the following options for your temporary accommodation.
Budget basic accommodation with no meals
The university will attempt to provide you with a single room with shared bathroom, kitchen and laundry facilities. When single rooms are not available you will be booked into a dormitory style (shared) room which will normally provide a shared lounge, kitchen, bathroom and laundry.
All these facilities are shared by male and female guests.
Approximate cost = $175 per week
Accommodation for Families & Couples
The University uses a selection of backpackers, guesthouses and lodges suitable for accommodation of families and couples. This accommodation can have single, double, triple or quadruple share rooms. Bathroom, kitchen and laundry facilities may be shared or located within the room.
Accommodation for families and couples can be expensive and is often limited. If you are arriving with family members please submit your Arrival form promptly. Early notification will assist in organising the most suitable accommodation for you.
Approximate cost = $110 -200 per night.
Conditions
- Temporary accommodation cannot be arranged without an arrival date.
- The International Student Centre will endeavour to find you temporary accommodation according to the preferences that you state on your Arrival Form. However, please be aware that places can be limited in peak periods and your first choice is not always possible.
Organising your own accommodation
You may wish to organise your own temporary accommodation. The below information should assist you in your search for temporary accommodation.
Backpackers and Hostels
There are numerous backpackers and hostels that offer budget accommodation within the city centre of Adelaide.They predominantly offer dormitory accommodation (sharing a room with several other people) and using shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Below we have included some suggestions. Please note these are only suggestions and they are not owned or operated by theUniversity of Adelaide.Priceslisted are only a guideline. Please confirm details directly with theaccommodation providers.
| Name | Address | Contact Details | Approximate Price per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Backpackers Inn |
112 Carrington Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8223 6635 Freecall: 1800 247 725 (within Australia) Website: www.abpi.com.au |
Dormitory $25 Double $60 |
| Adelaide Travellers Inn Backpackers Hostel | 220 Hutt Street, Adelaide |
Phone: + 61 8 8224 0753 Fax: + 61 8 8224 0788 Email: bookings@adelaidebackpackers.com.au Website: www.adelaidebackpackers.com.au |
Dormitory $26 Double with shared bathroom $80 Family room $90 |
| Annie's Place, Adelaide | 239 Franklin Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8212 2668 Freecall 1800 818 011 (within Australia) Fax: +61 8 8410 7939 Email: info@anniesplace.com.au Website: www.anniesplace.com.au |
Dormitory $23 Double/Twin with shared bathroom $65 Double/Twin with private bathroom $75 Triples $90 |
| Backpack Oz and the Guest House | 144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8223 3551 Choose from our two accommodation options, located just 30 metres apart:
|
Backpack Oz The Guest House |
| Blue Galah Backpackers Hostel | Level 1, 62 King William Street, Adelaide |
Phone: + 61 8 8231-9295 Freecall: 1800 555 322 (within Australia) Fax: + 61 8 8231-9298 Email: info@bluegalah.com.au Website: www.bluegalah.com |
Dormitory $26 Single/Twin $65 |
| Cannon Street Backpackers | 110 Franklin Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8410 1218 Freecall: 1800 069 731 (within Australia) Fax: +61 8 8410 1218 Email: cannonst@bigpond.net.au Website: www.cannonst.com.au |
Large Dormitory $21
|
| Hostel 109 | 109 Carrington Street, Adelaide |
Phone/Fax +61 8 8223 1771 Freecall: 1800 099 318 (within Australia) Email: stay@hotel109.com Website: www.hostel109.com |
Small Dormitory $27 Singles $55 Twins/Triples $30 per person Doubles $70 |
| My Place Adelaide Backpacker Hostel | 257 Waymouth Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8221 5299 Freecall : 1800 221 529 (within Australia) Fax: +61 8 8221 5244 Email: bookings@adelaide.hostel.com.au Website: www.adelaidehostel.com.au |
Dormitory $25 Single,double and twin rooms may be available from May to September from $68 |
| Shakespeare International Backpackers (Shakey's) |
123 Waymouth Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8231 7655 Freecall : 1800 556 889 (within Australia) |
Dormitory $27 Twins/Singles $85 |
| Sunny's Backpackers Hostel | 139 Franklin Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8231 2430 Email: stay@sunnys.com.au Website: www.sunnys.com.au |
Dormitory $22 Single $38 Twin $55 |
| YHA | 135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8414 3010 Fax: +61 8 8414 3015 Email: adlcentral@yhasa.org.au Website: www.yha.com.au |
Dormitory from $25 Twin from $72 Twin/double with private bathroom from $83 |
Further budget accommodation options can be found at the following websites:
- Total Travel
This website provides an overview of a number of Backpacker options including features, photos, pricing, reviews and contact details. - Australian Explorer
This website provides information on a range of accommodation options.
Hotels
Adelaide offers a vast selection of hotels ranging from budget to luxury rooms. Below we have included some suggestions. Please note these are only suggestions and they are not owned or operated by theUniversity of Adelaide.Priceslisted are only a guideline. Please confirm details directly with thehotels.
| Hotel | Address | Contact Details | Approximate Price per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Hilton | 233 Victoria Square, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8217 2000 Fax: +61 8 82172001 Email: adelaide@hilton.com Website: www.adelaide.hilton.com |
Rooms from $180 |
| Adelaide Paringa Motel | 15 Hindley Street, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8231 1000 Freecall : 1800 088 202 Fax: +61 8 8 231 6807 Email: reservations@adelaideparinga.com.au Website: www.adelaideparinga.com.au |
Standard rooms from $99 |
| Ambassadors Hotel Motel | 107 King William Street Adelaide | Phone: +61 8 8231 4331 Fax: +61 8 8231 5521 Email: reception@ambhotel.com.au |
Standard from $120 |
| Gurny Lodge | 190-194 Gover Street, North Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8267 2500 Fax: +61 8 8239 2301 Email: gurneylodge@hotmail.com |
Budget Studio $109 Modern Studio $119 Two bedroom unit from $145 |
| Metropolitan Hotel | 46 Grote Street, Adelaide |
Phone:+61 8 8231 5471 Website http://www.hotelmetro.com.au |
Rooms from $55 |
| Plaza Hotel | 85 Hindley St, Adelaide |
Phone: +61 8 8231 6371 Fax +61 8 8231 2055 Email: plazahotel@bigpond.com Website: www.plazahotel.com.au |
Single from $110 Twin/Double from $140 |
| Princes Lodge Motel | 73 LeFevre Terrace, Adelaide |
Phone +61 8 8267 5566 |
Single $65 |
| Regal ParkMotor Inn | 44 Barton Terrace East, North Adelaide |
Phone +61 8 8267 3222, |
Standard from $120 Deluxe from $125 |
Serviced Apartments
A serviced apartment is a fully furnished “hotel-style” apartment. Serviced apartments range from a one bedroom studio to a luxurious three bedroom townhouse. Serviced apartments are fully self contained and generally include a kitchen or kitchenette, separate bathroom, laundry facilities, television and include linen and kitchen supplies. Serviced apartments may offer other amenities on site such as swimming pools and gymnasiums.
Services apartments are able to be cleaned daily or weekly. There may be unserviced options. Refer to the University’s accommodation website for a list of apartments and more information.
Student Hostels- Student hostels usually offer single bedroom accommodation, however some offer a limited number of twin, double and triple share rooms. Each bedroom is fully furnished and students have access to a shared bathroom, laundry, lounge and recreational activities. For a list of options please refer to the University’s accommodation website.
Useful websites
Accommodation websites
South Australian Tourist Commission
This website is a great source of information on South Australia and it provides an extensive list of accommodation options. The search facility is easy to use - just click onto the region where you'd like to stay, and choose the type of accommodation you'd like. You'll quickly receive some results and you can sort them to find exactly what you're looking for.
Need it now and Wotif
Both website provide last-minute discount accommodation or up to 28 days in advance.
Jasons
This website provides comprehensive accommodation and travel listings within Australia. Jasons Adelaide City Accommodation Guide has complete details of Adelaide City motels & motor lodges, hotels, camping & holiday parks, bed and breakfasts/cottages, backpackers & hostels and apartments available in Adelaide City.
Location websites
If find out where the accommodation is located please refer to:
- Where is (search by street name), or
- Wilmap Maps (search by suburb).
Public Transport websites
To find out the public transport options for your new accommodation please refer to Adelaide Metro.
If you require advice regarding any of the above services, staff at the International Student Centre will be able to refer you to the appropriate service providers.
Temporary Accommodation Cancellation Policy
If your accommodation requirements change after lodging your Arrival Form with the International Student Centre, you must notify us immediately by return email or fax. Please be advised that cancellation charges apply at the following rates:
- You may cancel the temporary accommodation that we have arranged for you, before five days prior to your arrival with no charge.
- If you cancel your temporary accommodation within five days of your arrival, but not including your arrival date, an administration fee of AUD$50.00 will be charged to your student account.
- If you cancel your temporary accommodation on or after your arrival date the University will charge the full amount of your temporary accommodation fee to your student account.
Summary of Accommodation Cancellation Costs
| Fee | Notification of cancellation |
|---|---|
|
$0 |
When you cancel more than 5 days prior to your arrival. |
| $50 cancellation fee | When you cancel 5 days, or less, prior to your arrival. |
| Full cost of accommodation | Charged to your student account if you cancel on or after your arrival date. |
In the event that you need to cancel your temporary accommodation we strongly advise that you keep copies of all email or fax correspondence sent to the International Student Centre confirming your cancellation.
