YHA Fremantle Prison
Highlights
- Experience unique accommodation in the historic Fremantle Prison, immersing yourself in a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Sleep in authentic prison cells, enjoying a truly adventurous stay with a touch of history.
- Relax in the grassed courtyard or play volleyball, enhancing your social experience with fellow travellers.
- Explore Fremantle's vibrant bars and cafés, all just a short stroll from your extraordinary hostel.
Experience a historical and unique stay at the YHA Fremantle Prison. Built in the 1850’s it’s the only accommodation in Western Australia with UNESCO World Heritage Status. If you’re feeling adventurous, sleep in the actual prison cells, chill in the former prison yards and outdoor areas, and explore the history of the prison’s inmates.
The property is located within the walls of the gaol and offers a combination of twin share cell rooms and multi-share rooms in former prison buildings, whilst there are family and private ensuite rooms in a completely new section.
Relax with the volleyball court and giant chess set, enjoy the grassed courtyard, or use the modern self-catering kitchen.
Start your visit to Fremantle with a tour of the historic Fremantle Gaol, before exploring this charming town. There are lots of popular bars, cafés and restaurants close by. Use the train to get into the centre of Perth in minutes, or take a day trip to Rottnest Island.
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Accreditations
- China Ready and Accredited Program
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
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Sustainable Tourism Certification by Ecotourism Australia
- Youth Hostels Association
- WA – Destination Perth
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Double Ensuite Accessible
Modern purpose-built hostel within the walls of Fremantle Gaol. This double room has an en suite bathroom, queen-sized bed, television and bar refrigerator. Outside seating area and full air conditioning. Make use of all the hostel facilities including the large kitchen and dining area. Soak up the historic prison atmosphere.
Queen Plus Two Ensuite
A great budget option for families to enjoy Fremantle with this family room. Sleeps up to four people and has an ensuite. Modern, purpose-built room with television and bar refrigerator. Fully air-conditioned. Outside table and chairs. Enjoy the use of all the hostel facilities including kitchen, games area and laundry for the perfect family stay.
Twin Cell
For the ultimate prison experience, why not sleep in a cell? This twin bunk room is in one of the original cell rooms of the Women’s Prison at Fremantle Gaol. Now fully modernised, this is still a very authentic experience. The bathroom is at the end of the corridor. Enjoy all the other hostel facilities including big outdoor area, large kitchen and games room.
4 Share
Four Share rooms have shared bathrooms and lockers with power to charge your electronic items. Some are fully air-conditioned. Enjoy all the hostel’s features as well as the unique atmosphere of sleeping in a gaol.
6 Share
Co-living Six Share room with shared bathroom. this features six comfy beds, and bed linen provided.
Guests must be over 18 years of age to stay in a share room.
8 Share
Co-living 8 Share room w/shared bathroom – 8 comfy beds, bed linen provided – Guests must be over 18 years of age to stay in a share room.
10 Share
Co-living 10 Share w/shared bathroom – 10 comfy beds, bed linen provided – Guests must be over 18 years of age to stay in a share room.
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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