28 Raglan Street, Manly Bus 151, 169, E69, E71 Ferry Manly Tel (02) 9977 3411 or 1800 656 299 Websitewww.manlybackpackers.com.au
BUG Review
This hostel is in a cool building in a good location, but the charm is all in the façade. Inside there is a cold, institutional feel and the main common area is just a big empty room with a television and a few couches. The kitchen is a bit messy, as are most dorms. Toilets are well maintained but a bit grimy. They have bikes and body boards available for use. It attracts a good crowd, but security is lacking and there is not enough locker space.
Price Dorm bed $35 ($34 VIP) Twin room $65-100 ($653-98 VIP) Prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.
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Reception Open 9am-7pm
Book Manly Backpackers Beachside
No booking fee when you book Manly Backpackers Beachside online through BUG
Pros:
Friendly Staff Great atmosphere Close to the beach. Cheap
Cons:
I think room 19 is haunted
Nick2007oztour
saw things this way
Maintenance
(3)
Cleanliness
(3)
Facilities
(3)
Atmosphere
(5)
After the confines of city living, re-locating next to the beach is a must - I highly recommend it. I chose Manly Backpackers because they are close to the beach whilst set a couple of streets back from the busy Corso area (where all the shops and bars are). There's a great atmosphere here, a nice mix of long termers and new faces. They do a cheaper weekly rate and free body board hire and have free internet for guests. (hense the review)I came here mainly to surf, get a tan and plan my journey up the coast - the latter being taken care of by Peterpans adventure travel - who handily for my lazy self have a store located next to Manly backpackers reception. Get In. So if you like hanging out at the beach and surfing - whilst having the option to party at night, this is the backpackers for you. Lazy days ....
