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Sanctuary Retreat
72 Holt Road, Bingil Bay
Tel (07) 4088 6064 or 1800 777 012
Website www.sanctuaryatmission.com
BUG Review
This place is located at the top of a steep hill in dense rainforest; it is a bit difficult to get to, but if you are looking for total seclusion and peace, this is the spot for you. It is more of a retreat, but offers a few twin share rooms at dorm prices. The common room has a bar, internet access and a restaurant, and is built of timber and offers exquisite views of the surrounding rainforest-covered mountains and valleys. The dorms are twin share huts that are clean and relaxing, with boardwalks connecting to other huts. There is a small fully equipped kitchen and bathrooms are spotless. There is also a beautiful swimming pool and services you wouldn't expect at a regular backpackers' place like yoga and massage services. The surrounding area is home to lots of wildlife, including a large number of cassowaries that you have a good chance of spotting.
Price
Bed in a two-bed dorm $32.50
Single room $60.50
Double/twin room $65
Prices are in Australian dollars and are inclusive of all taxes.
Credit Cards
MasterCard,Visa
Reception Open
7.30am-8.30pm
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Last Update:
December
1, 2008
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Unique retreat unlike your average hostel, December 28, 2006
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Reviewer: Jabe from Saltburn, UK
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In rainforest, super-relaxing, friendly staff
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Plague of frogs at night, miles from anywhere
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The Sanctuary is an eco-retreat rather than a hostel - it just so happens that the cheapest beds are within range of a backpacker budget. The two-bed huts have mesh walls so that you really feel as though you're in the forest, and indeed cassowaries can be seen occasionally wandering the grounds. There are frequent yoga retreats at the Sanctuary, and the general atmosphere is very relaxing. The main downside is that it's not close to anywhere so, without your own vehicle, you'll face a long walk to get to Mission Beach itself - though the Sanctuary usually runs 2 shopping runs per day. (Your legs will get a good work-out anyway as the huts are set on a fairly steep slope.) You can eat in the on-site restaurant but it's not cheap. I would definitely stay here again.
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absolutely fantastic, February 29, 2004
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I stayed there one night and it must have been one of the best nights in my life. The atmosphere and the surrounding are more than stunning. It has the perfect mixture between the australian bush and comfort & style. It's the most special place I've ever stayed in and I thoroughly recommend it to anyone who values quality and authenticy over budget neon-light-accommodation
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Outstanding, October 19, 2003
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An amazing experience - great location, delicious food. friendly staff and amazing value for money. Could not be better.
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