I had booked my last nights down under here only because I had read that there was free internet (so rare in Australia): good choice! The Old Fire Station is a pretty big hostel, a bit labyrinthine: three kitchens, several bathrooms, rooms of various types including a only-female zone, common space within you can watch DVDs, games, play station, pool... More

After reading so many rave reviews for this hostel, I was quite excited to spend a night there before spending a week on Rotto. I have to say, I was disappointed. I was greeted by an extremely friendly staff member and given a tour of the maze-like facilities. Although I stayed in a 12-bed co-ed dorm room, I was given... More

This is an AMAZING place to stay and share good vibes and friendships. I stayed there 4 months on my first WH visa, and I've enjoyed everything. Receptionists are really friendly, wifi and pc connection are free, big backyard downstairs for parties everyday and a lot of amusements! To come back one day is a must, is my 2nd home,... More

Stayed here for a couple of weeks last year on a longer trip to WA when I suddenly found myself kind of homeless. Was a bit apprehensive at first as I am a middle aged chap with no experience of hostels except for the Scottish YHA on mountaineering exploits, but man I was made SO welcome by Ricardo who fitted... More

After two spells in this pleasant place i felt very secure in the fact that a community of people can get together and have a good time in the ambiance and good feel the old firestation brings.....with the friendly atmosphere and instant access to the beaches,town and train station......and Indian takeaways at your door! its a great place to experiance... More

Old Fire Station is the best hostel in Australia! Stayed there for 6 months and had the time of my life!! People are really nice, helpful and there's always someone to hang out with. There are parties, pool tournaments, ping pong tournaments and cinema nights! The hostel is very clean! Everday lovely ladies clean the hostel, and your room will... More

One of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. It is clean, friendly and really has a magical atmosphere. I initially came to the hostel for a weekend and ended up staying for a couple of months because I just fell in love with the place! It doesn't matter if you are only staying for a couple of nights... More

Accidentally stayed 6 months here, once your there you become a family. Not one day goes by when I don't think about this place. The staff are amazing and the owners down to earth. Many of My friends return here as they also see it as a place to call home. I cannot wait to return next year.

Arrived there and booked into the 15 bed dorm which reminded me of a Turkish prison primarily as they are only cleaned once a week and utterly filthy. Most of the people seemed to live there which kind of ruined the hostel atmosphere. The common area/kitchens were the highlight but thats not what i go to a hostel for and... More