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2 Hastings River Drive, 2444 Port Macquarie, Australia

#14 of 35 hotels in Port Macquarie

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 303 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: April 4, 2025

    8.0
    A nice backpackers stop.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Check in was very easy as they shared the door code and left the key out as we were arriving late. The room was clean and comfortable. The free pancakes were great for breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 2, 2025

    8.0
    Lovely little stop gap! Would stay again. Clean and close to a few good bars
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Stayed here as a stop gap to break up our travelling and drive! We upgraded to a couple room bed was comfy shower and bathroom facilities in room were good and clean. Staff were lovely, pool looked good, kitchen big with lots of usually pots pans and amenities Friendly environment.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2025

    8.0
    Only used to sleep in, I’ve stayed a couple times in the past. Would highly recommend to anyone
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Pool, amenities, staff was nice

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: February 4, 2025

    9.0
    Friendly environment, nice pancakes
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    other people staying there were up late chatting until around midnight so it made it a bit noisy

    Friendly staff, pancake breakfast provided was great, good range of facilities/amenities, there was a fan in the room, towels were provided, and there was free street parking a short walk away on the next street over.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No air con in the room

    Location, staff.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Receptionist efficiency to sort out an issue

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of tue best hostels ive ever stayed at. Amazing family vibes, good social life uet very repectful with keeping the public areas quit when needed. Rooms are big and comforable, and the people are just amazing

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 15, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though the room was very nice and spacious I would have appreciated a box or something similar underneath the bed to put my stuff in. Otherwise great room!

    The hostel is really great, the people working here made us feel very welcome and organised really cool events.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: November 17, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everyone here was so lovely and amazing. They all try include everyone in their activities. Very outgoing and family vibes

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 12, 2024

    9.0
    Great little hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Delightful hostel in excellent location

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 2, 2024

    9.0
    Awesome stay, would definitely stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 19 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A 3 week stay, the room had an ensuite and everything was great, would recommend.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2024

    8.0
    Value for the money, clean room
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room next to the road has much traffic noise

    Friendly staff, clean room and bathroom, good location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not far from city center : review update; We had a bad expérience but we were very happy that the owner responded very positive to us and we had several exchanges ( over the phone and via whattsapp ) and we were partially refunded. Very professional approach and happy to share this. Tks Roberto Petra

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 29, 2024

    8.0
    Great hostel for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The building is quite old and there was a bit of noise during the night. There was not much light inside our room but for the price it was really worth it.

    Everyone was very open and friendly! We felt really welcomed and comfortable in the shared spaces even though we only stayed for a night. They offered a special pizza deal in the evening and pancakes in the morning.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2024

    8.0
    Great place to stay with a friendly, welcoming & inclusive environment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff and relaxed family vibe

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2024

    8.0
    Warm comfy bed in a safe property with friendly people
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There is limited parking, because i arrived late i did find a street park out the front of the gym.

    I liked the location, friendliness and plenty of facilities

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No locked baggage storage or those that needed a place after check out for a few hrs.

    The property was clean, well maintained, easily accessed, and had good solid rules. Poor insulation. Be prepared to be chilly in winter.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location, too much traffic noise

    Staff amazing

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I missed a few details to make life easier for the backpacker. I'll leave you with some suggestions that I've experienced in other hostels There could have been more sockets in the room or at least each bunk bed had its own There could be a curtain at the bottom of the bunk bed to give the room more privacy There could have been a lamp in the room so you didn't have to switch on the light. And more locker (at least one for each bed). In the kitchen, the fridge wasn't enough to store everyone's things, so it would be ideal to have another one. The tap in the kitchen could have a timer, instead of having to hold it down to use it.

    The reception was very good! The bathroom and showers were clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly and welcoming

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The frosted glass walls in the shower made showering quite awkward and uncomfortable as it didn’t provide much privacy

    Very comfortable beds Good location Friendly staff Good facilities

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: March 25, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay with nice accommodation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Kitchen was always tidy and clean. Beds were very comfortable and friendly staff :) pancakes in the morning was also a great bonus.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 14, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The lighting in the female dorm was bright white light, could be improved by changing to a warmer light or giving each bunk a bedside light.

    I loved the chilled vibes here so much I ended up extending my stay for a few days. PMB is a great place to take it easy and meet like-minded people. Ash and Callum are some of the friendliest hostel hosts I've come across in Aus to date - genuinely lovely and keen to help guests make the most of their stay here. Thank you for being so welcoming!

    Stayed in March 2024

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