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Home @ Bells Beach

51-53 Surfcoast Highway, Torquay, Victoria 3228, Australia (Formerly Bells Beach Backpackers)
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Home @ Bells Beach
4.5 of 5 stars 25 Reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012 via mobile

Excellent backpacker. The staff was the most helpful, and could easily have a chat with. Very clean and modern looking. Inside u have the feeling of being at home.

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Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

We travel quite a lot in Australia and went to the Great Ocean Road in May 2012. Home @ Bells Beach is the best backpacker we've been to, even having tried some in Melbourne. The building has been renovated and refurbished recently, so mattress and beds and linen brand new ! Locker in room. Spacious and quiet room, even with... More

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Oxford, UK
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

We stayed here in a double room for one night in early February 2012. This hostel was a strange mixture to be honest. On the plus side, our room was clean and it looked like the furnishings were pretty new, but it was quite cramped. The girl on reception was really friendly and helpful and the location was pretty good,... More

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Martina Collins, Owner at Home @ Bells Beach, responded to this review
1 May 2012

Dear Guest, It is extremely disappointing that you did not enjoy your stay at our hostel! It is our aim to ensure that everybody that stays with us leaves with only good memories after a positive experience. I am truly sorry that this was not the case for you. Unfortunately I cannot comment on your social skills or that of... More

Torquay, Victoria, Australia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

I came to stay in this hostel for a few weeks and ended up staying for 3 months! It is an amazing hostel. The kitchen is modern and extremely well equipped with plenty of storage place for all food and drink. The living room is very comfortable and cosy, definitely fallen asleep on the sofas watching a movie before! The... More

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Melbourne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012

I have been to this hostel on many occasions and every time i show up i feel at home. It has an incredible warm vibe that tends to attract some very friendly people and the staff are much welcoming and helpful. The hostel is virtually spotless, the kitchen and recreational area is spacious and the outdoor area is awesome on... More

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Torquay, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

hey Guys! The Home @ Bells Beach Hostel is definitly one of the best Hostels of my whole Trip. I really enjoied the familiar atmosphere in this small, cosy and very tidy Hostel. There is a very comfortable television room with several couches, a big television and a dvd player best spot To chill out after a day of surfing.... More

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

The home hostel is really clean and the stuff is very friendly. You feel at home straight when you come trough the door! It is in a really central location, so you can reach the library, the supermarket, clothing shops and the beach in less than 10 minutes on foot. In my personal opinion, it is one of the best... More

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Singapore
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012

Location: Just out side of town. Around 10mins walk to supermart and eateries. 5 more mins and you will find yooueself at the beach. Set Up: Parking is no problem. TV and Kitchen area is well kept. Has lots of sitting space out doors. Toilets are clean. Locker in the room, bring your own lock. Only a small fan in... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

This hostel is one of the best I stayed in in Australia. It had a really chilled and relaxed atmosphere, was spotlessly clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We booked about a week ahead here as knew that it was one of the best places to stay at that end of the Gt Ocean Rd. Highly recommended.... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

Evident that it has been done up recently. It has a lovely warm and friendly feel. The staff were very welcoming and helpfull, and the general atmosphere was homeley. Rooms were very clean, storage for surf boards and sports equiptment, shower and toilet facitities were clean. beds had lovely thick matressess which made for prob our best nights sleep in... More

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51-53 Surfcoast Highway, Torquay, Victoria 3228, Australia (Formerly Bells Beach Backpackers)
Price range (per night):* S$35 - 112

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