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One of the biggest challenges for an international student is finding accommodation that is affordable, safe and comfortable. AHN homestay is an excellent option for students studying in a new country. Not only is it great value for money, our welcoming hosts offer the feeling and support of home to help students settle in as they prepare to begin their studies. Many guests who start with AHN homestay enjoy the experience so much they extend their stay – our longest placement lasted almost four years!

Inclusions

  • Host selection and screening
  • Quality homestay close to your school
  • Clean and furnished room
  • Internet access, utilities and meals*
  • Homestay insurance for students and hosts
  • Pre-departure online orientation
  • Local orientation with homestay host
  • On-the-ground support from AHN
  • 24/7 critical incident hotline
  • Automated payments for students and hosts
  • Optional airport pickup on arrival

Benefits

  • No lock-in contracts – minimum 4 week stay with the option to extend
  • Host certification including interview, home inspection and background check
  • Cultural immersion through daily interaction and conversation with host family
  • Students have a local support system
  • Living in homestay makes transitioning to share housing or alternate accommodation easier
  • Range of payment options including PayPal, AliPay and internet banking


Matching Fee: This covers the management and support of your homestay including personalised student–host matching, selection and training of hosts, host home inspection, vetting and reference checks for hosts, ongoing support during your placement and liaising with education providers and agents if needed.

2025 Homestay Fees
Matching Fee: $350
Over 18s
Private Room
(Per Week)
Under 18s
Private Room
(Per Week)
All Rates
(See all meal options, shared room pricing
& airport pick-up rates)
Adelaide $310-$400 $385-$415 View Adelaide Prices
Brisbane $310-$410 $400-$430 View Brisbane Prices
Canberra $315-$405 $400-$425 View Canberra Prices
Coffs Harbour $300-$375 $345-$390 View Coffs Harbour Prices
Darwin $300-$400 $385-$425 View Darwin Prices
Gold Coast $365-$420 $410-$440 View Gold Coast Prices
Hobart $305-$405 $390-$420 View Hobart Prices
Lismore $300-$375 $345-$390 View Lismore Prices
Melbourne $340-$440 $430-$460 View Melbourne Prices
Newcastle $325-$425 $415-$445 View Newcastle Prices
North Queensland $310-$410 $430 View North Queensland Prices
Perth $310-$410 $410-$440 View Perth Prices
Regional Western Australia $330-$430 $430-$460 View Regional WA Prices
Sunshine Coast $300-$400 $420 View Sunshine Coast Prices
Sydney $340-$445 $435-$470 View Sydney Prices
Toowoomba $300-$400 $420 View Toowoomba Prices
Wollongong $320-$420 $410-$440 View Wollongong Prices

Students with special dietary requirements (i.e. Kosher, Halal, Gluten Free, Vegetarian or Vegan meals etc.) may be charged a fee to cover the additional costs to hosts. Prices are subject to change.

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Testimonials

As a former international student, I enjoy creating the opportunity to give that experience back. Having students from other countries enriches our cultural awareness at home.

I enjoyed hosting the study tour group! We were outside playing soccer until sunset each afternoon. It was a great experience for the students and my family.

It is uplifting as a host family to experience the thankfulness on the faces of our students. We fulfill any homesickness, helping show them the way while they are carving out their exciting new life.

I have hosted numerous students, some staying for a few weeks, and others for over a year. It is always a great experience to show my guests around the city and introduce them to the local culture. I also learn a great deal about the guests cultures.

Yubo Quan left today he was one of the most pleasant and well mannered boy’s I have had.