An exciting range of budget hotels makes Fremantle a haven for adventurers' and young travelers. Whether you're rolling in and rolling out, or taking your time to really bond with the place, you won't have to bust the bank to stay in comfort.

If you want to get close to the action and vibrancy of the city centre, consider staying in one of the many gorgeous, grand old hotels or stunning heritage buildings, such as trip advisor's award-winning Old Fire Station Backpackers , the fully renovated and refurbished Fremantle Beach Backpackers above the Bar Orient Hotel, or the very bohemian Sundance Backpackers Accommodation , all of which are situated in the historic West End precinct.

For something a little edgier, and for tales to tell your grandchildren, why not stay at the Fremantle Prison YHA - the only accommodation in Western Australia with UNESCO World Heritage Status.

After more adventure? Pirates Backpackers Accommodation has the inside knowledge on all the top spots to visit in WA. Plus, the Pirates crew regularly sail forth on such adventures as surfing, beach volleyball and BBQ breakfast on the beach. They even hold pool parties complete with poolside bar and free beer and pizza nights! If you are looking for employment during your stay, they also boast a near 100% success rate at finding backpackers work.

Near the port you can find one of Fremantle's best budget stays - Fremantle Australia Hotel. Its location near the Fremantle Cruise Passenger Terminal makes it a prime viewing platform for watching the cranes unloading cargo, and more significantly, for watching the cruise ships berth. You will be stunned as one of these behemoths pulls into port, like a shining metropolis that glides through the water.

Whatever accommodation you end up choosing, one thing you can be sure to encounter is friendly locals. They just have a way of making everybody feel at home.