We were recommended this hostel by Base Travel, so thought we would check it out.
Facilities
This hostel did not provide wifi, surprise surprise. We didn't purchase any because they were charging $10 per day which is extortionate. Especially when you compare it to Sydney which cost $4 per day and had deals for longer periods of time. One of our room mates did purchase the wifi and said the signal was really bad on it. For those who would not bother to purchase the wifi, there are loads of hotspots in town plus a lot of the travel stores will let you use their wifi. Also, a lot of them will allow you to use their stores to sort out your greyhound buses etc.
The reception is not 24hour but if you are traveling on the greyhound you will be picked up from the station and checked in from there. Plus you need to use a code to get in to the hostel at night-not bad security.
There is a beach volley ball court in the back yard area and also a pool-although this is small.
The kitchen they provide is good and there are plenty of hobs available to cook and plenty of fridge space. They also have a free food box which travellers often leave items for others when they move on. To use cutlery and crockery you have to give a deposit which is quite common apparently across Australian hostels.
Every night they put on different events including walks to the lighthouse, outdoor cinema, vip to clubs and free drinks.
Breakfast
Breakfast is not included at this hostel.
Showers and Toilets
Both facilities are highlighted by green doors and there are several on each level which are divided in to gender. I would say they could benefit from a few more showers but with regards to cleanliness nothing to complain about.
Staff
I am split on this one because although staff can be friendly there is a group of workers that are very cliquey and aren't necessarily welcoming to guests. Whilst working they aren't necessarily rude but they aren't inviting either.
Value for Money
This hostel isn't the cheapest but it isn't the most expensive either. The issue with Byron is you are paying Sydney prices but not getting Sydney facilities.
Dorms
Dorms were a lot smaller here. We were in a dorm of 4 which was very relaxed. There were plenty of plugs and lockers in the rooms. The room keys were abit old and we had to change ours in the end because it just wasn't working.
Despite being for less people the dorms were of a decent size. In fact, in other hostels there probably would have been an additional set of bunk beds in there.
Location
This hostel is the only hostel right on the beach and I think that it's biggest selling point. Don't get me wrong, it's a small place you are never far from the beach but it it nice to know that it is on your doorstep.
OVERALL
The hostel was nice and we did meet some nice people here. The wifi situation just wasn't on though.
Imogen xoxo
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