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Great Ocean Road Backpackers

10 Erskine Avenue, Lorne, Victoria 3232, Australia
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Cairns, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

Very pretty surroundings and all the cabins look very nice from the outside. Our room was up a very steep set of stairs so we were unable to bring our big bags into the room (not really a problem since we were in the car). Room itself (4 person dorm) was well kept and there was enough space. Bathrooms ok... More

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DC
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013

Stayed there as part of a tour in dorms. No Internet. Kitchen and bathrooms used by many others than my large group of 17. Way too crowded. Cockatiels all around in the trees. Depends on your point of view. Way Cool or noisy birds. Grocery down the street. Ocean beach couple of blocks away. River front and small restaurants very... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

What can i say , the place was great for the price you pay the clue is in the title it's for backpackers , if you want 5* accomedation pay your price some where else . this place has brilliant surroundings the staff couldn't be more helpfull the grounds were imaculate , surrounded by all kinds of native wild life... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

You cannot beat this backpackers for location, in the trees, cockatoos around all the time etc. BUT, towels are not provided, even at a charge, and the shared bathrooms are not that great. We were in a 3 bed attic room and I feel the price was too high, even if the service from the guy was very friendly

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 January 2013 via mobile

loved staying here. Great facilities and service, along with a gorgeous garden and wildlife in abundance. couldn't ask for a better experience. everything was clean and in order, bedrooms spick and span. coming back next year!!

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Melbourne, Australia
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

Our experience was nothing short of a Faulty Towers episode. On arrival, we were met by the managers who proceeded to verbally abuse us before we even got out of our car. The car park was full (Pier to Pub weekend) and our request for suggestions on where to park was met with another tirade of abuse. The managers also... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

The garden setting of this hostel is beautiful, and the rooms and bathrooms are fine, however the value for money has declined since we last stayed here 3 years ago. Amongst our group we paid $50 for dorm beds and $120-150 for double rooms. For that kind of price I would expect amazing communal facilities in a hostel, but they... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

I didn't book this place wanting a backpackers accommodation. I wanted the cottages that this business also owns on the same property. I paid $150 for two adults per night which I thought was okay for the cottages BUT the cost was over the top for what we got (or in our case, didn't get) in the backpackers quarters. We... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

We stayed in a double room with a shared bathroom outside. It felt grimy (both bathroom and bedroom) and didn't feel secure. All of which I could be ok with with if reflected in the price but we paid $120!!! We tried to check out just after 9am to get our key deposit back, and there was no-one around. When... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012 via mobile

We had the private double room. And for the small amount you pay I wasn't expecting much. But the room was clean, had heating and the view from the window was so so beautiful. The guy at the front desk was very friendly and welcoming. I'd come back here just for a weekend away.

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Additional Information about Great Ocean Road Backpackers

Also Known As:
Great Ocean Road Backpackers Yha Hotel
Great Ocean Road Backpackers Yha Hotel Lorne
Great Ocean Road Backpackers Lorne
Address: 10 Erskine Avenue, Lorne, Victoria 3232, Australia
Region: Australia > Victoria > Lorne
Amenities:
Free Parking Kitchenette
Hotel Style:
Ranked #9 of 20 Speciality lodging in Lorne
Price range (per night): S$23 - 25

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