Finding accommodation is an essential step for a successful Working Holiday Visa experience in Australia . Whether you arrive in Sydney, Melbourne, Cairns, or elsewhere, several options are available depending on your budget, the length of your stay, and your travel style.
In this guide, we present the most popular types of accommodation , average prices and our best tips for settling in Australia quickly and smoothly.
Youth hostels ( backpackers hostels) are the number one choice for young people on Working Holiday Visas upon arrival.
✅ Advantages:
No long-term commitment
Easy encounters with other travelers
Often located in city centers
💸 Average price: between 25 and 50 AUD per night in a shared dormitory.
🎯 Working Holiday Visa Tip : VisaVacancesTravail.be can recommend partner hostels; our job assistance includes a minimum of 4 nights upon your arrival.
After a few weeks, many Working Holiday Visa holders choose to move into shared accommodation to reduce costs.
🏠 Types of ads:
Private rooms in a house or shared apartment
Studio or entire apartment for higher budgets
💸 Average price in 2025:
Melbourne: 250 to 350 AUD/week
Brisbane: 220 to 300 AUD/week
Adelaide, Perth: 190 to 270 AUD/week
Cairns: 170 to 250 AUD/week
Our job assistance partners help you find accommodation and avoid the many online scams. We advise you to start your search once you arrive.
In some rural areas, it is common to live in a pub in exchange for a few hours of work per week (waiter, cleaner, etc.).
🍻 Advantages:
Accommodation is often free or very low cost
Opportunity to save money
Immersion in local life
Working Holiday Visa Tip : This option is perfect for those who want to experience a truly Australian lifestyle while keeping their expenses down!
For road trip travellers, camping is an economical and flexible solution.
🏕️ Options:
Official paid campsites (with showers, kitchens)
Free parking areas (mainly in rural areas)
💸 Price: from free to 20-30 AUD/night for a pitch.
Useful apps: Wikicamps, CamperMate to find the best spots.
🔍 Here are our practical tips for quickly finding your accommodation:
For a flatshare : Use Flatmates, Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace, or local groups
Beware of scams : Never pay any money before visiting a property. Opt for direct contact or recommendations.
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
Cities marked with an asterisk (*) are eligible for Job Assistance
