36 Waugh St., 2444 Port Macquarie, Australia
#9 of 34 hotels in Port Macquarie
Guests' ChoiceBased on 850 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.6
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 14, 2024
Jacinta
United KingdomOnly thing I probably wouldn't book this room in summer because it only had a fan and was front facing so it did get some heat. Staying in April it was fine though and for the price well worth it.
This hostel has a really nice feel to it, I felt welcome and comfortable. Lady at reception was excellent! It's centrally located, I could walk to get some dinner just around the corner. The room and bathroom facilities were clean and cosy. I got a private room and it was perfect for a night's stay.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 5, 2024
Bouit
AustraliaNothing
All the facilities and the common areas. I think that even the rooms were very clean and very good mood. People were nice and it's good to have a hostel where you can feel at home because it's not a big one in terms of rooms, but you still have spaces.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 28, 2024
Bethany
United KingdomThere was a cockroach in the room but other than it was absoltuley fine. A bit small but the amazing people made up for it:)
Absolutley amazing hostel, cant wait to stay here again. Staff were so kind and helpful all the time and attended to any needs and quiries you had at all. Really felt like home.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 23, 2024
Daggesy
AustraliaThe room was just a bit close to the kitchen and it got a bit load quite early
Everything really , room was super clean , beds were comfy ,location was sensational , staff were super friendly , amenities were excellent ,great setup and will. highly recommend a stay here
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 20, 2024
Busylizzy
United KingdomNoisy fan .... but still had a good night's sleep ... LOL
Friendly, helpful staff, good location
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 18, 2024
Coralie
FranceThe kitchen wasn't clean
The french receptionist was very nice. The private bathroom inside the room is a big plus!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 17, 2024
Phoebe
AustraliaExcellent communal facilities. Comfy beds. Great to have an en-suite 4 bed dorm. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Laerke
DenmarkThere was no proper AC
Nice common areas, really nice staff and walking distance to town
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Ben
AustraliaVery good prices, so good we treated ourself to a private room which was exceptionally clean and comfy. The kitchen was spotless with everything you needed, lots of outdoor seating, and the staff put on a trivia night which was great!! Met so many people considering we only stayed for one night.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Laura
United KingdomFriendly staff. Easy late check-in. Swimming pool. Loads of games and activities to do in the evening. Clean. Insect nets on windows.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 11, 2024
Maria
New ZealandThe room was so hot even with all the windows open and the fan on. Air-conditioning would've been nice.
The facilities were great, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, pool, parking, TV room, reading room, everything you could need. Loved the ensuite in my shared room. Easy check in and check out.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 7, 2024
Sharon
FranceGreat stay. The place is neat and cozy. We booked a private room and it was spacious. The staff is nice and there are lots of amenities/games that you can use/do for free. Easy parking. The no noise policy at night is respected.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: February 24, 2024
Sarah
AustraliaNo air conditioner. Fan in room pathetic
Key left out for late check in
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Christoph
AustraliaThe beds weren't very comfy, and the fan was extremely loud.
The room was clean, and towels were included with our booking. The kitchen facilities are well-equipped and the location within Port Macquarie was great. A lot of parking spots were available on and off-street.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 18, 2024
Passos
Australianot air conditioning
Good shower
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 17, 2024
Megan
United KingdomA bit noisy - fire alarm went off in the middle of the night.
Nice location, close to cafes and shops and lots of parking. Comfortable room with bathroom facilities close.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 15, 2024
Nicola
United KingdomI wasn't the only person to lose food items which seems such a shame when the place has otherwise such lovely vibes. The bed was a bit short and small for a queen to share.
So many cool things on site from laundry to games and reading room and mini cinema. Staff were lovely even helping me find my food that went walkabout from the kitchen. Maybe consider a wristband radar locker system like they have at raging waters water park.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 11, 2024
Brittany
AustraliaThe room decor was a little basic and it was hard to close the curtains in such a way that there was no gap for someone to look in. Not a big deal.
Someone takes good care of this hostel. It's obvious it's very well run. There are generous little things that indicate guests are given the benefit of the doubt, like the pool is open until quite late, nobody cares if you have a late arrival, the TV room is always open, etc. Kitchen is accessible from something like 3:30am. There is a nice relaxed friendly vibe. It feels like a place you could spend a few weeks, if you could think of something to do in Port Macquarie.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
James
AustraliaWifi didnt work for me, but wasnt bothered
Everything was great
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 21, 2024
Fingolio
United KingdomTap water tasted bad, quite a few flies in kitchen as doors are always open.
Loved the rooms, staff were great and offered discounted surf lessons was a huge bonus
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Main
United KingdomCould not get the hang of the tv
One level, pool close to bus stop
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 19, 2024
Nick
AustraliaA little far from town but good location overall.
Clean, comfortable and the staff were friendly.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: January 17, 2024
Megan
United KingdomRooms would benefit from AC and the cleaners need to knock before the enter your room.
Spacious shared areas with a nice pool and games room. Easy walk into the town as well .
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 15, 2024
Hayden
United KingdomNo AC in room but fine on the front as you had the coastal breeze and fan on the wall was adequate. A bit out of the centre but wasn't too far to walk.
Fantastic little place. Plenty of toilets and showers. Extremely welcoming and friendly staff/other guests. A good ratio of capacity/facilities so never felt cramped or waiting for facilities.
Stayed in December 2023
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