Start flexibly
Book a few flexible nights so you can inspect areas and rooms. Compare the full price, kitchen, lockers and transport costs.
- ✓Hostel on arrival
- ✓Share house for longer stays
- ✓Verify any job-with-accommodation offer
- ✓Flexible booking if possible
Avoid scams
Do not send a bond for an unverified room. Ask for identity, written terms and a receipt. A rental may require four weeks’ bond and sometimes four weeks’ rent in advance.
- ✓Inspect or video call
- ✓Written agreement
- ✓Compare listings
- ✓Check state rules
Our method
We compare hostels, local groups and shares, then include weekly transport. The lowest nightly rate is not always the cheapest overall.
Official and useful sources
Rules and prices can change. Always check the official links before booking or submitting an application.