Grab a great value school holiday deal with YHA, from $105 for a family room in Adelaide, Blue Mountains, Brisbane, Canberra and Melbourne at www.yha.com.au.

Adelaide: Stay in the heart of the city at Adelaide Central YHA; hop a tram to Glenelg or cuddle a koala at Cleland Wildlife Park. Family room (sleeps four) from $115 per night.

Blue Mountains: Walk to Echo Point and the Three Sisters from the Art Deco era Blue Mountains YHA in Katoomba. Family room (sleeps four) from $105 per night.

Brisbane: Swim in the rooftop pool overlooking the river at Brisbane City YHA. Family room (sleeps four; ensuite) from $130 per night.

Canberra: Smell the roses at Floriade (17 September to 16 October 2016 – free entry); walking distance to Canberra City YHA. Family room (sleeps up to five; ensuite) from $165 per night.

Melbourne: Stock up on fresh produce at the Victoria Markets; explore Federation Square and stroll by the Yarra River. Melbourne Metro YHA family room (sleeps four) from $108 per night.

YHA is a membership-based, not-for-profit organisation, and part of the world's largest budget accommodation network, Hostelling International, with 4,000 hostels in more than 80 countries.