8.9 / 10 Guest Rating

The Wandering Whale Port Fairy

Name: The Wandering Whale Port Fairy
Address: 8 Cox Street, Port Fairy, au
Rating: 8.9

8 Cox Street, Port Fairy, au

The Wandering Whale Port Fairy - main view

from US$149 / night

About the Property

Central Location near Port Fairy Beach
Located in the heart of Port Fairy, just 350 metres from the stunning Port Fairy Beach, Port Fairy YHA offers a perfect blend of convenience and relaxation.

Amenities for Every Guest
Enjoy a comfortable stay with access to a shared lounge, free private parking, a beautiful garden, and barbecue facilities. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi and make use of the well-equipped shared kitchen for your convenience.

Recreational Activities
Engage in a variety of activities during your stay, from playing darts at the hostel to exploring the popular cycling and fishing spots in the area. Don't forget to visit nearby attractions like Pea Soup Beach and East Beach for a memorable experience.

Ready to experience the charm of Port Fairy? Book your stay at Port Fairy YHA now!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available

Free WiFi

Parking

Free Parking

Non-smoking rooms

Heating

Family rooms

Garden

BBQ facilities

Laundry

Important Information

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Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

Children are welcome at this property but are not permitted to stay in the shared dormitory rooms. Guests under the age of 17 years can only stay in private rooms and must check in with a parent or guardian. If they are with a guardian, the guardian must present a signed permission slip from the child's parent. This includes children on school trips.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.9

Excellent940 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly staff and frequently praise the great location.

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Cathryn

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Excellent value for money, great location"

Exceptional

9.0

The location and vibes were spot on.

Through the night I could hear doors being used and people chatting til early hours of the morning.

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Steve

Verified booking

extended_group

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 14, 2026

"Great location, great rooms, Jess the manager was so welcoming and helpful."

Exceptional

10.0

The property is delightful. A bit quirky in an interesting way. The facilities, reading room, billiard room, kitchen and shared bathroom were all spotlessly clean and interesting spaces.

Nothing I can think of

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Peter

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 14, 2026

"Good"

Good

5.0

Price

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Ilona

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 11, 2026

"Okay"

Good

6.0

It was central to the town, canal and beach

It was noisy and staff provided incorrect information

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Paul

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 9, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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Nadine

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 9, 2026

"Looking forward to staying again"

Exceptional

10.0

Charming, cosy, friendly, inclusive

Nothing

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denis

Verified booking

solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 9, 2026

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

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Floortje

Verified booking

couple

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 8, 2026

"Gezellig goedkope hostel met karakter in het centrum"

Excellent

8.0

Vriendelijke gastvrouw

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Guillaume

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solo_traveller

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 8, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

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Jan

Verified booking

family_with_children

Standard Room

Stayed in Mar 7, 2026

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

9.0

Warm welcome. Friendly guests. Friendly, lovable poochy Wilbur ♥️

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About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

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Property Notes

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"Excellent value for money, great location"

"Great location, great rooms, Jess the manager was so welcoming and helpful."

"Good"

"Okay"

"Exceptional"

"Looking forward to staying again"

"Excellent"

"Gezellig goedkope hostel met karakter in het centrum"

"Exceptional"

"Exceptional"