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      The Old Swan Barracks

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      #37 of 51 Specialty Lodging in Perth
      6 Francis St | Northbridge, Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia
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      2.5
      140 reviews
      • Excellent5%
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      • Terrible37%
      6 Feb 2017
      “Great location but too big”
      31 Oct 2016
      “Very big hostel, lots to do and a huge dining hall!”
      Breakfast included
      Non-Smoking Hotel
      Bar/Lounge
      Self-Serve Laundry
      Paid Wifi
      Free Parking
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      2.0 Star Hotel
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      1 - 5 of 119 reviews

      Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile
      Good hostel

      Big hostel with a huge common room that has lots of sofas, dining chairs and tables, a TV corner, a computer area with 4 or 5 computers to use, 4 pool tables, 2 ping pong tables, a foosball table and a bar. 24hr reception. Friendly...More

      Thank mad-m0nk13
      Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manager at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 1 week ago

      Thank you for review it is really appreciated and we are glad see that you enjoyed your stay with us as this is always our goal.

      Reviewed 10 February 2017 via mobile
      Beautiful Building

      Wonderfull relaxed atmosphere right in the middle of town. The wooden floor boards and domed roof give the place a wonderfully historic feel. It is an easy walk to everythung in the CBD. Very helpfull frindly staff.

      1  Thank Mark B
      Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manger at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 19 February 2017

      So glad you enjoyed your stay and the historic charm!! Thanks for the feedback great to hear positive reviews about our staff & yes we have a great location within the CBD.

      Reviewed 7 February 2017 via mobile
      Great location but too big

      Nice big hostel but it was way too quiet therefore making it seem empty. Very basic kitchen and bathrooms. The location however was great for walking into the city or staying around northbridge for a night out.More

      1  Thank HannahDarby85
      Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manager at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 19 February 2017

      Thank you for your feedback we do have a great location to explore Perth city. Our common area is a large area with different activities in there incl. pool & ping pong but I can understand how sometimes when its a quiet night in there...More

      Reviewed 17 January 2017
      Awesome!

      I lived here for a month Jan 16' - Feb 16'. First place I came in Australia and I loved it. Its definitely a bog standard hostel. The staff were awesome and I think the common area was great to meet new people. The kitchen...More

      1  Thank Hcowenhutton
      Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manager at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 27 January 2017

      Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback its appreciated. We are really working on our cleanliness & it's always great to here that our staff are doing an awesome job. Our common area / bar is a great space to make...More

      Reviewed 3 December 2016 via mobile
      Huge, clean and friendly

      I was in between cities when I discovered the Old Swan Barracks hostel on Francis street, near the centre of Perth. The backpackers is huge with a gigantic main hall, bar, cinema sized TV screens and comfortable couches. The laundry is one of the best...More

      3  Thank Mary G
      Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manager at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 6 December 2016

      Thank you for your review Mary we really appreciate the positive feedback and love hearing that you enjoyed your stay with us. We too agree that we have a great common area and location within Perth. Hopefully we will see you back again :)

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      • Bar/Lounge
      • Breakfast included
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      • Self-Serve Laundry
      • Breakfast included
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      • US$ 16 - US$ 53 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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      • Non-Smoking Rooms
      • Number of rooms
      • 50
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      "Always get the private room or better"
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      "Go for the back of the hostel if you can but not too close to the common room"
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      "Don't stay here, stay a little further out for a more comfortable stay."
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