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Little Drifter Canberra

2.0 star property
Hostel near Canberra Centre in Canberra

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Rooftop terrace
Lounge
Lounge
Terrace/patio
Private 10 Bed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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7 Akuna St, Canberra, ACT, 2601
  • Place, Canberra Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Australian National University
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Australian War Memorial
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Compact Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private King Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 4 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Family Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private 10 Bed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 10 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 4 Bed Female Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

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Private Twin Ensuite Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Private Queen Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private King Ensuite Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 8 Bed Ensuite Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Family Ensuite Room

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 10 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1

About the neighborhood

Canberra

Canberra City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Canberra City Centre hostel, you'll find Canberra Centre and Australian National University. Glebe Park and Civic Square are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Canberra Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • National Convention Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Australian National University - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Australian War Memorial - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Gallery of Australia - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bedst - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lilong - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Azima - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Little Drifter Canberra

Hostel near Canberra Centre in Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra offers its guests a rooftop terrace, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Little Drifter Canberra also features an elevator, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Canberra hostel.

  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
Little Drifter Canberra offers 65 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests are required to download the property's Goki mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

The Village Canberra
The Village Canberra Hostel
The Village Hostel Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Little Drifter Canberra Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Canberra

Frequently asked questions

How close is Little Drifter Canberra to the airport?

Little Drifter Canberra is 5.1 mi (18-min drive) away from the Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Oct 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little Drifter Canberra on Oct 27, 2025 start from $82.71, 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.

Does Little Drifter Canberra have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Little Drifter Canberra.

Does Little Drifter Canberra offer free breakfast?

Little Drifter Canberra does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Little Drifter Canberra?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Little Drifter Canberra?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Little Drifter Canberra?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Little Drifter Canberra have a pool?

Little Drifter Canberra does not have a pool.

Does Little Drifter Canberra have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Little Drifter Canberra to downtown Canberra?

Little Drifter Canberra is 0.3 mi away from Canberra.