In the heart of Brisbane, Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel offers a warm welcome with self-serve breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Enjoy the garden, unwind on the terrace, or connect with others by the lobby TV. Helpful staff and laundry facilities make this hostel near Suncorp Stadium feel like home.
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Queensland Performing Arts Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
South Bank Parklands - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
XXXX Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Suncorp Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Brisbane Airport (BNE) - 18 min drive
South Bank Station - 12 min walk
South Brisbane Station - 18 min walk
Brisbane Roma Street Station - 30 min walk
Restaurants
The Burrow - 5 min walk
Lokal + Co - 3 min walk
The Catchment Brewing Co - 4 min walk
The Greek Club - 5 min walk
Domino's Pizza - 4 min walk
About this property
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and South Bank Parklands. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and self-serve breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Italian, Japanese
At a glance
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Hotel size
22 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (17 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Barbecue grills
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
Bicycle parking
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shared bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: AUD 20.00 per stay
Renovations and closures
This property is closed from October 24 2023 to February 10 2027 (dates subject to change).
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel West End
Gonow Family Backpackers West End
Gonow Family Backpackers
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel West End
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel currently open?
This property is closed from October 24 2023 to February 10 2027 (dates subject to change).
Does Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?
Check-in start time: 7:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Treasury Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel and nearby?
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel has a garden.
What's the area around Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel like?
Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel is a short 9-minute walk from Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and 12 minutes' walk from South Bank Parklands.
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Gonow Family Backpackers Hostel Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
6.2/10
Cleanliness
6.8/10
Staff & service
5.6/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
4.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Nov 29, 2022
Alejandra
6/10 Good
Feb 5, 2022
You have what you paid!
It's cheap hostel in We End but you will get what you paid. Just don't expect much of $16 per night. At least you can have a car parking for free if you have one. There are 2 buildings of the hostel, White and Green, it seems the Green one is for the people who live there for ages but the White one is for new guests. But yeah seems most of people who staying in the hostel have been here a ages. *** the booking website said that you've already paid for the first night or what but the true is you've not. So you have to pay the whole amount on the spot. *** Once you show up and you feel not okay to stay just find the new one cause you can.
Verified traveler
14-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 1, 2022
Simon
Simon, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jan 1, 2022
Totsuka
Totsuka, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 30, 2021
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 18, 2021
Cheap and a little nasty
The manager was very good and looked after us in regard to the price. The sheets and towels were clean though the rest of the building was a little dirty.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2021
Kyoung
Kyoung, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2021
Kyoung
Kyoung, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 19, 2020
Yuto
Yuto, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2020
Good place to stay! Nice staff and nice guests!! Will definitely come back!
Lang
Lang, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 8, 2020
CHUNG NGUONG
CHUNG NGUONG, 7-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 20, 2019
친절하고 저렴한가격이긴하나 청결도는 낮음
Verified traveler
4-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 31, 2019
I booked this hostel due to the location and the recent reviews... IT WAS A MISTAKE. Upon check in the staff was rude and unfriendly, if I had realised I had not paid for it yet I would of went somewhere else. The way the hostel was upon entry was that bad.
Upon checkin the guy was very pushy and the ‘rules’ are crazy. The wifi did not work while we were there.
The sleeping: the mattresses are typical hostel and hard, however they are yellow. The pillows are stained and the blankets were so gross we did not use them. The room itself looked like it hadn’t been cleaned, ever.
The bathrooms: RUN!! The mild that is around the floors, up the walls and on the wooden door to the bathroom makes you feel dirtier then when you went in. The entire time we were there, they were not cleaned once. It is a shame because they look like they have been redone but it is crazy.
Besides the cleanliness, which is horrible and quite frankly gross and none existent, the noise is loud. With all the rules you’d expect them to enforce the quiet times which they don’t.
Go across the street for cheaper and a MUCH BETTER experience.
DO NOT GO HERE.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 11, 2019
Verified traveler
1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 8, 2019
Definitely not worth it! Dirty
Dirty and old hostel. Crew comes into the room without knocking on the door. Crew is rude and unfriendly.
Sven
Sven, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2019
Give it a chance
My Uber pulled into the hostel directly opposite and I was impressed, then realised my hostel was the one on the other side of the road and was very disappointed - it looked like it should be in a ghetto somewhere. Lots of graffitti on the outside as a welcome, the building looked really old and tired, no clear sign as to where reception was, or indeed that it was the hostel I was staying at, and lots of “lock your door” signs everywhere. When I found reception, posters warning abouts the local “thief” were my welcome! Not great so far, but the bed was clean, although extremely noisy, most beds in the room woke everyone up as people moved in their sleep, air con and WiFi were amazing though, and value for money was pretty good I guess. Staff are really friendly. Toilets and showers were gross, although they were cleaned during my stay I don’t think they have had a deep clean since they opened. Overall great for a night or 2 to save money but hostel opposite looked more appealing!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 20, 2019
Yugo
Yugo, 21-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2018
Staff was very friendly. Bed was comfortable but a bit noisy.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Nov 17, 2018
Very dirty. No sink near the toilets towash your hands. Looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years.
Tony
Tony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2018
Was simple and neat for the price. Friendly staff and guests. Bathroom facilities were lacking, regards showers and sinks.
ErFeigglerDurf
ErFeigglerDurf, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 19, 2018
Verified traveler
8-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 10, 2018
Verified traveler
8/10 Very good
Mar 27, 2018
Tom
8/10 Very good
Mar 6, 2018
the atmosphere there is great, totally recommend it!