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Kookaburra InnvsCity Backpackers HQ
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kookaburra Inn is preferred by most reviewers compared to City Backpackers. Kookaburra Inn ranks #30 in Brisbane with approval from 2 sources including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide.
Kookaburra Inn
Rough Guide
41 Phillips Street, Spring Hill, Brisbane, Queensland
From $48/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Smoking Rooms
- Fax / photocopying
- Baggage storage
"Kookaburra’s quiet residential locale and homely vibe make it popular with single travellers, older backpackers and long stayers."
City Backpackers HQ
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
380 Upper Roma St, Brisbane, Queensland 4000
From $14/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Laundy Room
- Pool
- Free Parking
"One of Brisbane’s biggest hostels, this busy, well-run place has clean facilities, fairsized rooms, a small pool, free undercover parking and good work connections."
"On the Upper Roma St hostel row, this hyperactive party palace makes good use of its limited outdoor space, including a viewing tower, pool and barbecue area." Full review
"A hyperactive, low-frills party palace with basic four- to 16-bed dorms, as well as private rooms, some with bathrooms" Full review