80%Sundowner Breakwall Tourist Park

This place was very different to the hostels we'd previously been in...We had a 4 bed dorm to ourselves, even though there were several other backpackers there. Another good thing was the lockers which were huge - big enough to fit an entire backpack in. The staff was very friendly and helpful.... more This place was very different to the hostels we'd previously been in...We had a 4 bed dorm to ourselves, even though there were several other backpackers there. Another good thing was the lockers which were huge - big enough to fit an entire backpack in. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The only drawback is the cleanliness: there were cockroaches in the kitchen and bathroom!close

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by lisahandke7862 – posted on Dec 21, 2008

4

Its a very nice place, but nobody around. i haven't met anybody, so quit boring but had the hole bunk room for me alone

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by daenu – posted on Nov 25, 2008

10

This hostel is in THE best location for the beach, and the staff were lovely but it was more of a family caravan park. Although they did have a free BBQ there just wasn't much going on in the evenings or any idea what to do. If you're with people this would be great but don't go here to meet people!

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by kitbrennan90 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

7

Good place to break up the Byron to Sydney bus journey and get an early night!

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by colinjpalmer5730 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

9

Ok so pretty quiet place, but Port Macquarie is generally quiet!! great location - I could not get enough of the veiws! The backpacker kitchen is disgusting...I refused to cook in there - not even good enough to make a cuppa!! I will be back.

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by cafriend3166 – posted on Sep 15, 2008

4

We were staying during Winter time when it was very cold night with the temperature around 5 degrees. Unfortunatelly there was no heating system at the place. Moreover the blankets we received might be sufficiant during summer but were toatally insufficiant during that night. Therefore we could...

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by jmiloslawski9718 – posted on Jul 13, 2008

1

This place is in an excellent location, with helpful staff and a big swimming pool. The only downers were no free barbeque as it is their low season and it's also really really cold in the dorm rooms - I think more blankets/duvets or an electric heater are needed in the middle of winter. The...

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by oliverlo – posted on Jul 9, 2008

10

this place is more designed for familys not backpackers but the rooms are big and clean and nice and the staff are friendly and helpful

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by megangilbert1013497 – posted on Apr 25, 2008

2

We have to say a special thanks to Gaye! The facilities were great especially the pool, the backpackers kitchen could have done with more cutlery and less cockroaches though! A perfect way to chill out after doing sydney though making us leave the tv room by tenpm every evening to go to bed was...

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by Carlyh8406 – posted on Mar 14, 2008

1

more stuff in the kitchen would be nice, but the rest ist so nice

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by frida8098 – posted on Mar 13, 2008

1

I really liked this place. The dorms are right beside the pool and there's a really relaxed atmosphere around the place.

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by lauramdaly – posted on Mar 5, 2008

7

very clean, very nice rooms, not so loud...with a great swimmig pool! Cool!

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by nathalie-biselli1896 – posted on Feb 17, 2008

1

Had an absolute nightmare checking in to this place. We'd informed them that our bus got in at 415am and they were fine with it but when we eventually got through to the security guard (after 6 phone calls) he was so rude to us and completely out of order. He kept going on about how late it was... more Had an absolute nightmare checking in to this place. We'd informed them that our bus got in at 415am and they were fine with it but when we eventually got through to the security guard (after 6 phone calls) he was so rude to us and completely out of order. He kept going on about how late it was and was being really aggressive. We then had to wander around the park for about 30 mins to find our cabin as he sent us in the wrong direction. The park is not geared for backpackers. The kitchen closed at 9pm which is way too early. There were also no sharp knives in the kitchen which we think is because of the number of children. If you want screaming kids this is the place to come. Not relaxing at all. it was not made clear that the toilets were outside either. Very disappointed with this. To top it all off we were told we'd get a lift to the bus station for our 130pm bus only to be told at 110pm that they couldnt take it so we had to run with our backpacks on to make it. Utterly ridiculous. Very poor service. Will not be recommending this hostel to anyone.close

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by jennachisholm852503 – posted on Feb 12, 2008

9

Really nice to be in a quieter place for a few days. Staff were really helpful and friendly. Nice to have free internet too.

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by msgs4nay4117 – posted on Feb 12, 2008

6

Wonderful place to get away from it all for a week. If you want peace and quiet and dolphins on your doorstep come here, if not go to a hostel!

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by julieandpaulinoz8250 – posted on Feb 8, 2008

6

Worth it for its location, but not really a backpacker place. Difficult to meet people, few common areas. Crowded with little kids yelling in the pool right in front of your room since 8am. Bathroom is miles away and always a bit nasty. Not too bad, but not suitable for backpackers traveling alone.

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by ericawatanabe – posted on Jan 25, 2008

3

We liked our stay very mutch, but it would have been nice if sombody from the staff could have taken out the old linen and garbage from erlier guests before we got the room.

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by Sbtorge – posted on Jan 16, 2008

1

On arrival there was no linnen availible to me so this should be sorted out for future travelers

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by robinbanks1691 – posted on Jan 6, 2008

5

The place was pretty good. The only disappointment was that the website mentioned a free BBQ on Sunday nights, but they did not have one.

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by amanda-johnst758842 – posted on Jan 2, 2008

1

The backpackers quarter has a bit of a noise problem but otherwise a great place to spend a few nights. The camping site is much better than the backpacker huts.

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by linda3419 – posted on Dec 31, 2007

5

This is very much a family tourist park. My cousin and I felt a little out of place with all the children around. However it was in a good location in Port Macquarie and was a good price for what it was. However the staff weren't very helpful.

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by sarahsweeney – posted on Dec 18, 2007

7

Central location, gorgeous beaches and great facilities

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by inebriateddonkey1462 – posted on Dec 1, 2007

1

Staff were very helpfull. Location was excellent. Great standard for a backpacker accomodation. Kitchen could have had some more facilities.

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by craigy8035 – posted on Apr 20, 2007

18

Not very well equiped backpacker kitchen facilities, but a nice pool and stuff!

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by oskarhjarpe524 – posted on Mar 9, 2007

1

a nice place, good location, but the toilets are nice walk outside especially if its raining! good location though, but kitchen want great.

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by RussShep – posted on Mar 8, 2007

6

We booked a 4 bed en-suite room but when we got there we had a 2 bed room without bathroom! Was great though. Quite a small place but great to chill out. Nice pool. Kitchen not very well equiped.

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by lucyfurness – posted on Mar 6, 2007

8

it was a good location, very small dorms but stil woth staying at.

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by lawesra – posted on Jan 16, 2007

3

Only comment is that there is a strict curfew of 10pm so no noise after this as most backpackers are in cabins and have a balacony to sit on it seems harsh. Also they only have one small fridge for food not suitable when full ie with 60 backpackers plus.

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by kevin597 – posted on Jan 10, 2007

4

ok

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by pkim84 – posted on Jan 5, 2007

8

The problem with this hostel, is that it is not really a hostel. It is a park, for australian families, therefore there is not much fun to be had. You have to be absolutly silent from 10pm. They also have a problem with Cockroaches who appear to take over the hostel bit. The other problem I could... more The problem with this hostel, is that it is not really a hostel. It is a park, for australian families, therefore there is not much fun to be had. You have to be absolutly silent from 10pm. They also have a problem with Cockroaches who appear to take over the hostel bit. The other problem I could see was that there were so many complaints being made at the front office that there must be some real problem with the Hostel. Having said that it was relaxing and if your up in the morning then you have a chance of getting into the pool without screaming children.close

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by Nstaff – posted on Jan 3, 2007

3

great place to stay to suit all budgets,great location right on the beach

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by gaz8541 – posted on Nov 28, 2006

20

Locals were great and location is probably the best you could get. Unfortunately level of trust among other backpackers was very poor as we had numerous food items stolen.

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by Susanandd – posted on Nov 16, 2006

6

the Sundowner is a really great place to stay, the town is close by and so's the sea. as a backpacker it's been one of the nicest places i've stayed at so far.

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by Steveturn – posted on Nov 13, 2006

2

Fantastic, thats all I can say

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by kathy3355 – posted on Jul 13, 2006

8

An excellent place to stay, brilliant location, only 2 minutes from the beach and the Town Centre. The Staff were all really friendly and helpful, and the site was exceptionally clean.

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by saraad – posted on Jun 5, 2006

2

Great location, friendly staff and decent sized pool made this a great place for any holidaymaker, but for a backpacker it was superb. The dorm was good value for money and the park was very clean. My main criticism would be that the vending machines were usually sold out with meant a frustrating...

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by Tluca – posted on Jan 18, 2006

5

I'm guessing this is a 'little used' place by backpackers, excellant location right onto the beach, security lockers in the rooms, the rooms are clean as is the kitchen and bathrooms. I was heading to the YHA, but having met the very rude guy from there, I went here and wasn't disappointed.

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by sandyr – posted on Jan 4, 2006

5

The security guards think they can abuse their right to power over residents. The backpackers kitchen is also quite limited and the bathroom block is far from the backpackers rooms.

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by baskin6132 – posted on Dec 14, 2005

1

The room wasn't clean when I arrived.

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by davidhay – posted on Mar 30, 2005

1