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8.4 / 10 Guest Rating

Port Macquarie Backpackers

2 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie, au

Port Macquarie Backpackers - main view

About the Property

Vibrant Hostel Experience

Outdoor Pool and Entertainment
Enjoy a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool or join in the evening entertainment provided for guests.

Convenient Location
Situated just 2.5 km from Town Beach, our hostel offers free private parking and is close to popular attractions like Port Macquarie Marina and Oxley Beach.

Shared Facilities and Activities
Relax in the garden, socialize in the shared lounge, or engage in a game of billiards. For adventure seekers, snorkeling opportunities are just around the corner.

Book your stay at Port Macquarie Backpackers for a memorable and enjoyable hostel experience.

Facilities & Amenities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Port Macquarie Backpackers in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. At check-in, all guests must present a valid photo ID. International guests are required to present a passport. When guests book between Dec 15 - Jan 15 they will be charged at the time of booking.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 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. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.4
Excellent358 verified reviews
AI Summary

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

Categories

Cleanliness6.8
Service9.3
Location9.0
Room Quality7.7
Amenities8.3
Value for Money8.2
Food and Beverage9.3
Overall Experience8.7

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C
ChristianauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Apr 6, 2026

"Ecstatic and happy"

10.0

Location and its staff

Nothing much

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MariaptPT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 25, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Small, familiar hostel—super cozy and clean. The staff is very nice and helpful, and the facilities were always clean and well-organized. It is close to the beach and supermarkets. My only suggestion would be to add some lockers, even though it felt safe. I will definitely visit again if I’m back in Port Macquarie. The pancake breakfast is very good, and there is also a very cute cat staying there :)

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Lii AnseSE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 20, 2026

"Ett trevligt vandrarhem"

8.0

Jag saknade sänglampor.

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kathygbGB
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 14, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

It served a purpose of needing to be near the airport

I’ve stayed in nicer backpacker places. This one felt a bit grubby but it was probably ok

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JuliefrFR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 25, 2026

"Good"

5.0
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MARTINdkDK
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 25, 2026

"Very nice hostel! I had a wonderful stay at Port Macquarie Backpackers. It is such a cosy hostel with a great atmosphere"

10.0
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MoseleyauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 14, 2026

"Excellent"

8.0

Staff were friendly and interactive.

There is only parking for 4 cars on-site. You'll need to street park about 50m around the corner from the hotel if you can't jag one of the 2 street parks out the front of the hostel.

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BartnlNL
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 13, 2026

"Good"

6.0

some more room in the fridges would have been nice.

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TerenceauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 27, 2026

"Quite acceptable for short stay (2 nights). Office Staff friendly and helpful (a big plus)."

6.0

Place was clean and felt hospitable. My room was quiet (from Guests) and bed was comfortable .... had to be careful of bunk "ceiling"!

Bathroom was pretty spartan ... using a shaving blade and cold water with no basin plug was a challenge .... so we shaved in the "shower".

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AnjaliinIN
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 21, 2026

"Not a good experience"

4.0

Location

Unclean. No manager available from 12:00 to 5:00. Allotted beds were given to other ppl in our absence

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