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Reviews of Backpackers Inn On The Beach

29 Shirley Street, Belongil Beach, 2481 Byron Bay, Australia

#32 of 34 hotels in Byron Bay

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Review score

Based on 726 hostel reviews

7.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    6.1

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  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    9.0
    nice location and nice athmosphere for a reasonable price!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    mostly long-time stayers with which it is a bit harder to connect as a short-time stayer washing machine has to be paid with 4 single 1 dollar coins and the clothes will have sand on them after having washed them they booked my fee twice - luckily I noticed it

    direct access to the beach, many young and friendly people, nice vibe, table tennis avaiable

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's necessary to pay for using the dishes so the money is refunded but if the check-it is early there's no option for taking the dishes.

    The hostel is so clean, quiet. The room has an excellent space and the bed ia comfortable

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2023

    9.0
    Nice location, direct beach access
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not that it affected me directly but some rooms seemed to have only one window so the door was always open and it looked quite messy and smelled really bad out of some rooms.

    The room I stayed in was really nice, had some windows and even a balcony so could always get some fresh air. Bed was comfy, too, facilities were clean and there was enough space for my suitcase and stuff. Direct beach access is very nice and it’s also just a short walk to the city centre.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2023

    9.0
    Its a beautiful place, incredible location and vibe. I would go again, just knowing that the kitchen is not good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen was always packed, too hot, dirty. I did a lot of take away and eating out since cooking was not good at all. Fridges too full, almost impossible to put anything. The hostel was too packed as well so had to wait in line to shower.

    The location is amazing, it’s right in front of the beach, super friendly environment. Swimming pool and volleyball court. Nice garden to chill. At 10.30 people go to sleep or have to take the social gathering somewhere else, so you can definitly sleep

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    9.0
    good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    excellent location

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No aircon, most backpackers have air con that generally comes on 9pm for a good nights sleep Very over crowded and mesay clothes everywhere hanging not real hygenic showers not the cleanest no hot water.

    Location and staff very friendly.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    the roommate coughing 2 hours in the middle of night, I wish she doesn't have covid. I booked female dorm but got mixed dorm. and I heard nothing about it when i check in. But check out staff understood and apologized about this issues so i'm fine.

    Nice staff, location, Wifi. I would like to stay here again in future

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    9.0
    Higly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately pool was out if order while being there, but the direct access to the see made up for it!

    Great location, just couple of minutes walking from bus station and city centre. Bathrooms and the whole structure being extremely clean. Sheets were immaculate, beds comfortable and staff extremely helpful and friendly. Security after 10pm and gates would ensure only residents could get in. Definitely recommended, and will go back for sure when in town.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2023

    9.0
    Great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Its a bit out of the main street but its < 10min walk

    Good hostel with a backyard (bachvolleyball field), easy and fast access to the beach, friendly people (some working backpackers)

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    8.0
    comfort, value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    comfortable, pretty clean

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some rooms are a bit small and can get overcrowded.

    Bathrooms were clean and tidy.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2023

    7.0
    basic but nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    stinky fridges

    vibes,its close to the beach

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2023

    8.0
    Good stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked the property. It had a good vibe.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air condition. It was so hot and a little bit noisy.

    The price is cheap in Byron Bay.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    good location, lots of showers available, spacious room, good kitchen

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 9 January 2023

    9.0
    Really good value, well located Hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    One of the staff members was quite fierce ( on our first night at the 10 pm outside area curfew) He was firmly telling us 'the party is over you need to leave'. When I said, 'I'm not at a party, I'm a guest'; (I'm 57 by the way and was having a cup of tea not a bong) I thought I was going to get chucked out and felt quite intimidated by him. He was better the next day and I guess he was just stressed but it really wasn't necessary, or good customer service. The kitchen could do with an update and the fridges were seriously over filled, with very limited space to store food.

    A really well located hostel, within five minutes walk of the beach and shops. There are nice areas to chill and hang out, with volleyball pitches, outside areas and beanbags. The place had a really good vibe and the beds, ( shared room) were super comfy. The showers were clean and each cubicle was really big which was a real bonus in a hostel.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2023

    7.0
    A nice, basic seaside hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are extremely basic. Old rickety beds, no privacy curtains, no individual light, not even plugs near the bed, no ac.... Staff weren't even willing to try and arrange for extension cords etc.... Unfortunately due to petty neighbours they close literally every common space after 10pm, so you literally can't even sit with a friend to have a quiet chat at night. Unless you are in bed you literally have to leave the compound. And a special mention to this hostel which, together with several others along the coast, have engaged in outrageous price gouging that is wayyyyy above inflation, making the East Coast unaffordable for so many backpackers this summer. A total disappointment.

    The location is superb, they literally have a rear gate that goes into a quiet part of the beach. The front access is a 5 minute walk into the centre, 6 to the bus station, and 8 to the supermarket. The amenities are nicely organised, with the common area, kitchen, dining area all grouped together, making it a very social hostel. There are also some nice grassy areas with games etc. The rooms aren't too overcrowded, with 4 bunk beds and plenty of space. The lockers were big enough. There are plenty of shower and toilet blocks, they are kept reasonably clean, and the showers have a good flow of proper hot water. The hostel in general is kept in a clean condition. Wi-Fi signal was average, but it reached the room and all common areas.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    very good

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air conditioning. It gets so hot in the bedrooms. People live in the hostel, so their stuff is everywhere, checks need to be made on these people to ensure they are keeping things tidy. There are signs everywhere saying not to use the bannisters to hang clothes and towels - these are ignored and stagg do nothing about it. Place looks like a launderette.

    Great location, good communal and kitchen space, nice pool and oitdoor area. Direct access to the beach. nice feel to the hostel in general.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2023

    8.0
    Great location in Byron
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms not the cleanest, quite dated and not many for the number of people.

    Perfect location and great outdoor space. Dorm rooms cleaned daily. Quiet after 11pm rule was abided by.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    Room was bit smelly

    It was nice but not perfect. As you got your own plates and knife and fork the kitchen looks oke. WIFI was oke. Good that the security was stricted.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 30 December 2022

    8.0
    will be back for sure but won’t be my first option
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 5-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I could not find people at reception most of the time.

    the beach volleyball is amazing

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2022

    7.0
    good staff and experience for budget stay but not for comfort
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the mattress broke my back and is in urgent need for change for the top bunk bed in room 10

    good vibes and good staff

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2022

    8.0
    sunny beach times with the coolest people
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    strict noise policy after 10:30 pm was completely annoying, I couldn’t even have a quiet call within the property in the evening. opening times of kitchen and common area - opens late (7:30 am) and closes early

    direct beach access, surfboard and wetsuit hire, big garden with Beachvolleyball. B.Y.O :)

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2022

    7.0
    Many good things but also some bad things
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (ages 18-35 years only)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room. There was no seat or table, especially for those with a top bunk. Closing the common area at 10:30 PM was bad for me needing a comfortable place (aka table and seat) to do some travel research online. This is the first hostel I've seen close an entire common area.

    Price, location, great vibes, common area, friendly front desk lady.

    Stayed in December 2022

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