Rainbow Retreat



75 Thornburn Street, Nimbin
Tel (02) 6689 1262
Website www.rainbowretreat.net





BUG review
This place is definitely more of a retreat than a backpackers. Do not come here expecting cleanliness or a party atmosphere. For that matter, don’t even expect to have four walls. Dorms are set up in an eccentric range of accommodation including an old wagon and an open theatre stage. There is also a mountain hut, a love shack, and an Indonesian-themed room. When it rains, expect mud. That said, the owner of this place is caring and compassionate, and looks after things in his own way. It is not for everyone, but if you don’t mind roughing it, this place might be the authentic and rustic experience you are looking for.

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Price
Dorm bed $20
Double room $40-50
Camping $13 per person

Prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.

Reception open
8am-10.30am & 3.30pm-8pm

Off-street parking TV lounge Kitchen Laundry
 


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Last update: May 15, 2012



Guest reviews for Rainbow Retreat
Average rating based on 1 Review
Maintenance  5.00/5  (5.00)
Cleanliness  5.00/5  (5.00)
Facilities  5.00/5  (5.00)
Atmosphere  5.00/5  (5.00)
 

Compared to other hostels in Nimbin
Maintenance  4.67/5  (4.67)
Cleanliness  4.67/5  (4.67)
Facilities  4.67/5  (4.67)
Atmosphere  4.67/5  (4.67)


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Anonymous  
Madrid, Spain  
 
 
As close to Nimbin as you can get
23 June 2001

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Maintenance   5.00/5  (5)
Cleanliness   5.00/5  (5)
Facilities   5.00/5  (5)
Atmosphere   5.00/5  (5)
(Review ID: 9106)

Went there on my own, with the free pick up shuttle this hostel had from Byron. As there were only a few people in there, everyone was really friendly, and we ended up in the common 'room'(a covered 'hallway' to the dorms) chilling out for the night... worth the visit
 
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