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    The Old Swan Barracks

    139 Reviews
    #37 of 49 Specialty Lodging in Perth
    6 Francis St | Northbridge, Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia
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          2.5
          139 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
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          Bar/Lounge
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          Paid Wifi
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          2.0 Star Hotel
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          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

          2  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 :)

          Reviewed 30 November 2016 via mobile
          2 days in the backpack

          We booked 2 nights there, what a great time spent. A very clean very large youth hostel with a very nice relaxing room as well as a bar. Everything is very clean, staff friendly and helpful. Location is great as well,close to bars and restaurant....More

          1  Thank barista01
          Response from OldSwanBarracks, Duty Manager at The Old Swan BarracksResponded 6 December 2016

          Thank you so much for your awesome feedback its lovely to hear that we are one of the best hostels you have stayed at and you had such a great time!! We have been focusing on our cleanliness so it is great to see its...More

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          • Bar/Lounge
          • Breakfast included
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          • Self-Serve Laundry
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          • US$ 21 - US$ 51 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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          • Non-Smoking Rooms
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          • 50
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