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 Arrival Form (see the Meet & Greet section of this website for instructions). This service is only offered to new international students and their dependants (partner/spouse and children) and is not available for continuing students.

The International Student Centre (ISC) can organise the following options for your temporary accommodation.

Budget Accommodation with no meals

If you select budget accommodation as your first perference on your Arrival Form the Univerisity will book you into a backpackers or student hostel. This accommodation can be dormitory style (sharing a bedroom with several people) or have single, double, triple or quadruple share rooms. The accommodation will normally provide a community lounge, kitchen, bathroom and laundry. All these facilities are shared by male and female guests.
Approximate cost = $110-170 per week.

Residential Colleges with meals

Residential college rooms, if available, are onlyoffered for temporary accommodationduring the semester breaks in December to March and July. Most college rooms are single study bedrooms but some twin share rooms may be available. Each room is furnished with a bed, mattress, wardrobe, mirror, desk, chair and bookshelf. Some also provide the option of ensuite bathrooms and air-conditioning.

Depending on the time of year three meals per day can be provided, and students with special dietary needs may be catered for upon request. The residential colleges are located close to the city within 15-20 minutes walking distance from the North Terrace campus and 15-25 minutes bus/bicycle ride from Thebarton and Waite campuses.
Approximate cost = $280-350 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 yourArrival formpromptly. Early notificationwill assist in organising the most suitable accommodation for you.
Approximate cost = $90-150 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
Hotels
Serviced Apartments

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	112 Carrington Street, Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8223 6635 Freecall: 1800 247 725 (within Australia) Email: abackinn@bigpond.net.au Website: www.adelaidebackpackersinn.net.au	Dormitory room: $24
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 (4, 6 &6+) from $25 Double with shared bathroom from $60 Double with shared bathroom from $70 Family rooms from $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 (4,6 & 10 beds) from $20 Double/Twin with shared bathroom from $60 Double/Twin with private bathroom from $65 Triples from $75
Backpack Oz and the Guest House	144 Wakefield Street, Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8223 3551 Freecall: 1800 633 307 (within Australia) Email: enquiries@backpackoz.com.au Website: www.backpackoz.com.au Choose from our two accommodation options, located just 30 metres apart: Backpack Oz is a traditional backpackers, with a mixture of room types from doubles to a 12-bed dorm. The Guest House is perfect for people travelling in pairs and groups offering twin and double rooms with extra facilities.	Backpack Oz Dormitory(up to 12 per room) from $22 Single from $50 Double from $60 Twin from $65 The Guest House 4-bed dorm from $25 Single from $65 Double from $70 Twin from $75 Triple from $110 Quad from $130
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 8231-9258 Email: info@bluegalah.com.au Website: www.bluegalah.com	Dormitory (4, 6 and 8 beds) from $25 Single/Twin rooms from $70
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	10 bed dorm from $17 4 bed dorm from $20
Hostel 109	109 Carrington Street, Adelaide	Phone/Fax +61 8 8223 1771 Freecall: 1800 724 833 (within Australia) Email: stay@hotel109.com Website: www.hostel109.com	Small Dormitory $25 (4-6 beds) Singles from $55 Twins/Triples from $30 per person Doubles from $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	6 bed dorm from $24 Single,double and twin rooms may be available from May to September
Shakespeare International Backpackers (Shakey's)	123 Waymouth Street, Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8231 7655 Email: info@shakeys.com.au Website: www.shakeys.com.au	Dormitory from $25 Twins/Singles from $66
Sunny's Backpackers Hostel	139 Franklin Street, Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8231 2430 Tollfree: 1800 786 697 (within Australia) Email: stay@sunnys.com.au Website: www.sunnys.com.au	Dormitory from $22 Single from $38 Twin from $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 (4 and 6 beds) from $23 Twin from $67.50 Twin/double with private bathroom from $81

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 Freecall : 1800 222 255 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 $95
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 $80. One double or one queen and one or two singles.
Festival City Hotel Motel	140 North Tce, Adelaide (corner of Bank Street)	Phone: +61 8 8212 7877 Fax: +61 8 8211 8137 Email: esfestival@chariot.net.au	Double from $120 Family room from $165
Gurny Lodge	190-194 Gover Street, North Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8267 2500 Fax: +61 8 8239 2301 Email: gurneylodge@hotmail.com	Budget Studio $69-99 Modern Studio $99-149 Two bedroom unit from $130
Metropolitan Hotel	46 Grote Street, Adelaide	Phone:+61 8 8231 5471 Fax:+61 8 8231 0633 Email: gometro@bigpond.com.au	Guest Room $50
Plaza Hotel	85 Hindley St, Adelaide	Phone: +61 8 8231 6371 Fax +61 8 8231 2055E Email: plazahotel@bigpond.com Website: www.plazahotel.com.au	Single from $80 Twin from $90 Double from $90
Princes Lodge Motel	73 LeFevre Terrace, Adelaide	Phone +61 8 8267 5566 Fax: +61 8 8239 0787 Email: princeslodge@bigpond.com Website: www.princeslodge.com.au	Double with ensuite from $87 Queen with ensuite from $100 Budget single with ensuite $55 Double bed with separate bathroom from $80
Regal ParkMotor Inn	44 Barton Terrace East, North Adelaide	Free Phone: 1800 355 116 Fax: +61 8 8239 0485 Email: info@regalpark.com.au Website: www.regalpark.com.au	Standard from $105 Deluxe from $120

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.

Education Adelaide

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.

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.