Little Drifter Canberra

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Located close to Canberra Centre, Little Drifter Canberra provides a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is ₩87,440
₩96,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

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A room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a rug, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a plant.

Family Ensuite Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed with storage drawers, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Bunkhouse 4 Person

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A compact room with bunk beds, a small chair, and a window.

Bunkhouse 8 Person

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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A modern, well-lit room with bunk beds, a central round table, and a large window providing natural light.

Bunkhouse 10 Person

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bunkhouse 4 Persons

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A compact room with bunk beds, a small chair, and a window.

Bunkhouse 8 Persons

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a desk and chair, a small rug, and curtains.

Bunkhouse 8 Person - Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with sheer curtains.

Twin Ensuite Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A neatly made bed with white and dark blue pillows, a red bedside table with a lamp, and a wall hanging above the bed.

Compact Queen

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a lamp, and a window.

King Ensuite Room

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Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Canberra City Centre, a neighborhood in Canberra, Little Drifter Canberra is in a shopping district. Black Mountain Nature Reserve and Red Hill Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Glebe Park and Canberra Contemporary Art Space. Canberra Merry-Go-Round and Ainslie Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Canberra travel guide
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7 Akuna St, Canberra, ACT, 2601

What's nearby

  • A lakeside urban area with modern buildings, a sports field, and surrounding hills.
    Canberra Centre
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A large open plaza with a central monument, surrounded by trees and a mountain in the background.
    Civic Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A vibrant flower garden with a Ferris wheel in the background.
    Commonwealth Park
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Canberra Theatre Centre
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Convention Centre
    5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Guzman Y Gomez
    6 min walk
  • Caffe Cherry Beans - Civic
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min walk
  • Biang Biang
    5 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Canberra

  • Hostel near Canberra Centre
  • Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities, and an outdoor entertainment area at Little Drifter Canberra. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • A vending machine, a billiards/pool table, and outdoor furniture
    • Luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 65 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Little Drifter Canberra pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Canberra on Nov 1, 2026 start from ₩87,440, excluding 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Drifter Canberra located?

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hostel is steps from Canberra Centre, Civic Square, and Canberra Theatre Centre. Glebe Park and Canberra Merry-Go-Round are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Little Drifter Canberra Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 140 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean fresh bedding Friendly helpful Staffs
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Central Convient to all. Good value to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were incredibly clean, water bottle filling station on each floor so didn't have to go to the kitchen every time
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and friendly. Perfect location.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is a perfect place to stay in Canberra. The guide in the room was personal and included such good recommendations for dining out! We were very impressed with the restaurants and the apartment was just a short walk from everywhere. Could not recommend anything better !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The communal ladies bathroom on the second floor in Canberra CBD could do with some love. Otherwise, private queen room was lovely and clean and desk staff lovely and friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is closeby fir shopping and dinning since it os located centrallocation of CBD. Very clean and cozy room with lots of space. Friendly reception staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice comfy and spacious room. Shared bathroom facilities were clean, nice hot water and private dressing stalls.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool people, wake up in CBD and friendly staff Highly recommend
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheap, clean and right in the city. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great price for a private room with ensuite in the city. Staff helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great staff members
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great location, right in the heart of Canberra & for such an amazing price & walking distance to all city attractions. Everything was so neat, clean & tidy with great facilities. I definitely highly recommend it as great value for money. Reception staff were very warm & friendly. I'll definitely book again on my next visit to Canberra. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Very clean. Good location and in the city centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Close to diners and Coles
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely decor and I was happy with share facilities. The staff were great efficient friendly. Location is easy to other transport and the Canberra sights and shopping. Lots of road work and construction so factor a little extra time to your plans. I’m very happy to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet,spacious,clean room. Comfortable kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, central to all activities. But the hostel is poorly maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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6/10 Okay

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
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6/10 Okay

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