[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Travelers soak up the sunshine at this Darwin City Centre hostel where a refreshing pool awaits after exploring, and a business center keeps work on track ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/1ada66a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Snack bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/592c3213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/370bfb9d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/0dcd33ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/33fe6096.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Chilli's Backpackers, in Darwin City Centre, offers a lively atmosphere for travelers. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool, relax on the sunny terrace, and enjoy in-room WiFi. Visitors have been impressed with the hostel's overall condition. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Air conditioning - Free WiFi - Business services ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9624710&PinnedHotelID=9624710&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/c4e590b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator TV Ceiling fan Shower/tub combination Cable channels - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/0dcd33ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Refrigerator Ceiling fan Shower/tub combination - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/b76da2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Shower/tub combination - 118 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624710/b76da2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed) ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Shower/tub combination - 118 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 4 Twin Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDarwin-Hotels-Chillis-Backpackers-Hostel.h9624710.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDarwin-Hotels-Chillis-Backpackers-Hostel.h9624710.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-12.46293%2C130.83884&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dj7BD0EhRqZ0B6Fh8WuAErrrybw=) 69 Mitchell Street, Darwin, NT, 0800 #### What's nearby - The Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Darwin Waterfront - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Darwin Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Mindil Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 km - Cullen Bay Marina - 4 min drive - 2.9 km #### Getting around - East Arm Darwin Station - 27 min drive - Darwin International Airport (DRW) - 19 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Monsoons - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Tap on Mitchell - ‬2 min walk - ‪Shenannigans - ‬2 min walk - ‪Makan Stop - ‬5 min walk - ‪Non La - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Hostel near Darwin Waterfront Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel provides amenities like a terrace and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Luggage storage - Guest reviews speak well of the overall condition Room features All 170 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12890000/12883700/12883698/a5571349.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Frogshollow Backpackers Darwin City Centre - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Free WiFi 5.4 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=12883698&PinnedHotelID=12883698&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5380000/5371400/5371370/36f49721.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Melaleuca on Mitchell Backpacker Accommodation Darwin City Centre - Pool - Hot tub - Parking included - Restaurant 7.8 Good 294 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=5371370&PinnedHotelID=5371370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1290000/1284800/1284780/499b91a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mercure Darwin Airport Resort Eaton - Pool - Hot tub - Free airport shuttle - Pet-friendly 7.8 Good 1,003 reviews CA $142 CA $156 total includes taxes & fees Oct 28 - Oct 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-28&endDate=2025-10-29&selected=1284780&PinnedHotelID=1284780&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking ### Things to do - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Luggage storage ### Guest services - No housekeeping service ### Business services - Business center ### Outdoors - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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 Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a smoke detector ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Chilli's Backpackers Hostel Darwin Chilli's Backpackers Hostel Chilli's Backpackers Darwin Chilli's Backpackers Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Darwin Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel? > Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### Where is Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel located? > Located in Darwin City Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Esplanade and Darwin Waterfront. Bicentennial Park and Lyons Cottage are just steps away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Chilli's Backpackers - Hostel Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 32 6 - Okay 19 4 - Poor 8 2 - Terrible 5 ### 6.4/10 Cleanliness ### 7.2/10 Staff & service ### 7.8/10 Amenities ### 6.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6/10 Okay #### CHEONG KEAT Jun 12, 2016 Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Darwin's Most Happening Place stay in Chillis was good and is a good meeting place to meet people of various nationality. The location is good as it has everything that you need.... transport, tour booking, supermarket, sights, food and drinks. The most happening place in Darwin. ##### CHEONG KEAT ### 6/10 Okay #### Donghee Feb 12, 2020 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort ##### Donghee Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Feb 5, 2020 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### basic only stayed for a quick 1 night stop and i’m glad that’s all it was ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 4/10 Poor #### Eddie Jan 24, 2020 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The lack of Power points and the cramped uncomfortable conditions of the beds made this place a very disappointing experience. I wouldn't recommend for a long term stay. ##### Eddie Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Nov 3, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities Disliked: Cleanliness This was a well located hostel with lots if food and shopping available close. Some staff were very friendly and helpful while others were not. Single rooms were spacious. Property could use a bit of TLC and it would be really good place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### kym Sep 29, 2019 Liked: Staff & service #### Cheap Darwin backpackers Cheap, comfortable backpackers close to everything ##### kym Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean and excellent value. Morning early check-in a welcome bonus after a short overnight flight ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very friendly and helpful staff. A bit loud at night but hey, it’s a hostel in the CBD! Great location and everyone I met was amazing. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lidwina Jul 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Lidwina Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jun 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Typical backpacker hostel It's a decent hostel on the main street. Have a no alcohol policy which is a bit strange. Rooms and bathrooms are kept pretty clean considering the amount of people. A cheaper option than others, very good if you don't plan to spend much time in the hostel. Staff are helpful, can organize tours or give job leads. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Teo Jun 22, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great and Amazing People Stay There Nice stay overall. Pillow too soft and water shower head missing at some cubicle. No issue as move to another one. Opposite Coles Supermarket, bars and attractions. Easy to travel around. ##### Teo Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### IAN Jun 21, 2019 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### IAN Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### IAN Jun 17, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### IAN Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mike Jun 15, 2019 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Poor communications Pathetic closed for renos. Still waiting for refund ##### Mike Stayed 5 nights in May 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller May 17, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in May 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean nice pool and friendly staff. Really happy with how staff handled my booking at YouthShack while chilli undergoing renovation. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller Apr 9, 2019 Disliked: Room comfort Very basic service, the reservation says that the beakfast was incude but nobody knows that. The place was under remodelation so my stay was in another backpacker. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Oct 26, 2018 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Sep 4, 2018 #### Goood! Good location in Darwin. Everything is close to the Backpackers!! And clean bathroom. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### susan Aug 26, 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness ##### susan Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### bakurato, Japan Aug 19, 2018 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Room comfort ダーウィンの繁華街にあり便利です。海外のバックパッカーに宿泊者経験者にお勧めのホテルです。若い子が大いので煩いです。隣りにスーパーがあるので自分で調理が出来ます。 駐車場は無いので注意。 ##### bakurato Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anaïs M. Jun 21, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Worst hostel I have stayed in Worst hostel I have slept in in the 8 months I have been in Australia... Where to start... Maybe with the cockroaches and bugs that crawl over you during the night. Maybe with the ceiling fan that was covered in dust. Maybe with the showers that are dirty at night and have no hot water in the morning. Maybe with the fact that if you are on the ground floor you are literally next to an alley where car parks and therefore accelerate right next to you. Maybe with the fact that backpackers here run wild and can play music very loud until veeeery late without being told to keep quiet. Yes it is very well located but it's not worth it. We had a reservation for another night in a few days but we cancelled it and hopefully we'll find something better that this ##### Anaïs M. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### 汶希 May 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### 汶希 Stayed 2 nights in May 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Bogotá](https://www.expedia.ca/Bogota-Hotels.d178238.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Courtyard New York Manhattan/Upper East Side](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-New-York-ManhattanUpper-East-Side.h1312663.Hotel-Information) > > [MarriottHotelsResorts Hotels in Richmond Hill](https://www.expedia.ca/Richmond-Hill-Hotels-Marriott-Hotels-Resorts.0-0-d6176--bMarriottHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu-Hotels.d177761.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [My Story Hotel Rossio](https://www.expedia.ca/Lisbon-District-Hotels-My-Story-Hotel-Rossio.h1507264.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Berlin Central Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Berlin-Central-Station-Hotels.d6146063.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Melia Paris La Defense](https://www.expedia.ca/Paris-Hotels-Melia-Paris-La-Defense.h8510735.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Naoz](https://www.expedia.ca/Manuel-Antonio-Hotels-Hotel-Naoz.h74524806.Hotel-Information) > > [The William Vale](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-William-Vale.h11971622.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Halifax-Halifax-Hotels.0-n6217399-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Quality Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/North-Bay-Hotels-Quality-Inn.h17550.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Sunset-Princess-All-Suites-Resort.h49260249.Hotel-Information) > > [Glenview Cottages](https://www.expedia.ca/Sault-Ste-Marie-Hotels-Glenview-Cottages.h12997692.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near West Acres Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/West-Acres-Mall-Hotels.0-l6087263-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Villa Cipressi - by R Collection Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Varenna-Hotels-Hotel-Villa-Cipressi.h22199491.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Sarnia (YZR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yzr/toronto-to-sarnia) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Detroit (DTW)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/dtw/saskatoon-to-detroit) > > [Flights from Lagos (LOS) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/los/yyz/lagos-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Narita (NRT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/nrt/edmonton-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yyz/vancouver-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/lax/toronto-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/lax/winnipeg-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Fortaleza (FOR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/for/toronto-to-fortaleza) ### Cars > [Car rentals near Long Beach Cruise Terminal](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Long-Beach-Cruise-Terminal.d6134472.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Fossil World Dinosaur Discovery Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Fossil-World-Dinosaur-Discovery-Centre-Drumheller.d553248621532864340.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Jamaica](https://www.expedia.ca/Jamaica.dx88) > > [Visit Florida Keys](https://www.expedia.ca/Florida-Keys.dx6023765) > > [Visit Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Downtown-Toronto.dx6057934) > > [Visit Stoke-on-Trent](https://www.expedia.ca/Stoke-On-Trent.dx5701)