By William Jackson
Budget Motels in Australia
Australia is a very big place. From the country's tropical northeast--with its rain forest and diving spots--to its oft-depicted Outback heart, Australia can offer tourists a wide variety of experiences. To explore any sizable piece of it, a traveler will need to find affordable places to stay along the way. Since Australia is a popular backpacking destination, cheap motel options abound.
Aarons Hotel, Perth
For a cheap motel that feels like an expensive one, Aarons Hotel in Perth might be just the ticket. With its elegant decor and first-rate service, Aarons can feel like a five-star hotel. The hotel offers a tours desk, guest laundry and same-day dry cleaning, Internet access, airport shuttle services, business and conferencing facilities, WiFi throughout, and room service. Aarons is extremely convenient for tourists, situated just one block from Perth's main entertainment and shopping area.
Aarons Hotel
70 Pier Street
Perth, WA 6000
Tel: +61 8 9325 2133
Backpacker's Hostel, Sydney
To really save money, consider the Backpacker's Hostel in Sydney. A dorm-style hotel, with three to four beds per room, the Backpacker's Hostel lets you save when it comes to prices. The hotel additionally features a common area, cable television, free breakfast, free Internet access, and even a free goodie bag filled with useful items for visitors---like a Sydney map, vouchers and coupons for some of the city's attractions. Located right in the heart of the city, the Backpacker's Hostel is short walking distance from places like the Sydney Opera House, the Royal Botanical Gardens, the Sydney Harbor Bridge, The Rocks, Oxford Street, China Town, and the Sydney Aquarium.
Backpacker's Hostel
23 Darlinghurst Road
Kings Cross
Sydney, Australia
Tel: +61 2 9358 6455
Alice Springs Oasis, Alice Springs
For a cheap hotel in the very heart of Australia, consider the Alice Springs Oasis, located in the Outback town of Alice Springs. The Oasis has 102 rooms, plus several pools, a spa, tropical gardens, a sauna, a barbecue area, a bar, and a restaurant. Breakfast is free, and Internet access is available. The Oasis is only minutes away from Alice Spring's center---offering museums, shopping and a cinema---and close to some of the area's more historical attractions--including Flynn's Memorial, the Telegraph Station and the Old Ghan Train. Mostly, though, you'll enjoy the epic scenery of the Outback--from right out of this budget hotel's window.
Alice Springs Oasis
10 Gap Road
Alice Springs, Australia
Tel: +61 8 8952 1444
About the Author:
William Jackson has written, reported and edited professionally for more than 10 years. His work has been published in newspapers, magazines, scholarly journals, high-level government reports, books and online. He holds a master's degree in humanities from Pennsylvania State University.
Photo Credits:
Photo by Chris.
