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Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel in Apollo Bay with free breakfast

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Balcony
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment 2-3) | In-room dining
Free WiFi
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Apartment 1) | Private kitchenette
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
23 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay, VIC, 3233
  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Apollo Bay Harbour
    ‪2 min drive‬

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Room options

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Balcony

Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment 5) | Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment 5)

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

Double Bed in a 5 Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment 2-3) | In-room dining

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (Apartment 2-3)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Shared Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Apartment 1) | Private kitchenette

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Ensuite (Apartment 1)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Apollo Bay

Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge places you next to Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre and within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve. This 10-room hostel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Great Ocean Road Waterfront - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Great Ocean Road Visitor Information Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Apollo Bay Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Apollo Bay Harbour - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Marriners Lookout - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Takeaway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Icaro Wholefood Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Hotel - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Apollo Bay Fisherman Co-Op Society - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Great Ocean Road Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge

Hostel in Apollo Bay with free breakfast
Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge features free WiFi in public areas and barbecue grills. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is not available.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Apollo Bay Backpackers
Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge
Apollo Bay Lodge
Backpackers Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge Great Ocean Road
Apollo Backpackers Apollo
Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

This hostel is located in Apollo Bay, just steps from Apollo Bay Coastal Reserve and Great Ocean Road Waterfront, and within a short walk of Apollo Bay Bowls Club. You'll also find Apollo Bay Harbour and Marriners Lookout within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some rooms include jetted bathtubs and kitchens.

Are there hot tubs at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

No, but some rooms at this hostel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge?

Yes, some rooms at Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

Apollo Bay Backpackers Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 211 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jayne, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Not far from beach.

The person working there is on his own. The outside needs cleaning and painting desperately. There's dirt, dead leaves, garbage and cigarette butts lying around outside. The place would be so much better with a good clean. The inside wasn't overly clean either; not as bad as the outside. Also there was no one there when we arrived and it took 2 hours for someone to show up. The bed wasn't made properly; no top sheet or pillow cases. They were given when requested. The place smelled of damp cigarette butts in certain places which turns me off completely.

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness

Convinent and in expensive

Average room but close to shops and 2 minutes from the beach

6/10 Okay

Amy, Adelaide

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Cheap stopover

We arrived in the dark and were rather confused by the sign which said 'Otway' lodge. I had to call a number to get somebody to come and check us in, and he told me the backpacker lodge was no longer operating. I was confused as to whether I'd booked the right place. Room was clean, in a shared apartment with 2 bedrooms and all amenities, very good. The common room was a different story - very shabby, and a dismal breakfast. Fine for a cheap stop!

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, with well equipped kitchen

Friendly and helpful hotel manager. Kitchen had good facilities. There was a lounge and dining area in addition to the bedroom. Breakfast is do it yourself in a common area (Though welcome to take food back to the room instead). A range of cereals, bread, jam. Notices in the room and handbook about the need to clean, dry, and put away all crockery, or face extra cleaning fees felt a bit draconian. Internet was Ok, but is on a timer and only available for a few hours each day.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stale tea bags, coffee solidified, lumpy sugar- no milk had to ask for towels, toilet paper found a tea towel in the communal kitchen (as we were required to dry our dishes)

6/10 Okay

Rubes, Melbourne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

no record of booking although we booked nearly 6 w

when we got there we didn't have a booking! luckily they have a vacant room. accommodation a bit Spartan good for singles a wouldn't take my family there

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Had a one night stopover before heading to 12 Apostels. Great location and suitable for the night.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Feels like home

Felt like we stayed at home. Only thing we didnt like was old utensils and uncleaned kettle. Time to change the kitchen stuff. Other than that all good.

8/10 Good

Webgrabber, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Just a close walk to the beach & Shops

The lodge is not fancy 4 star but its in a good location and you get the value for what you are paying for. I stayed in 2 bedroom unit on the ground floor which has 1 queen in master and bunk bed in the other room with all linen and bedding provided. The unit has full kitchenette and quite a bit of space and also has spa in the en-suite bathroom. Good if you are staying with little kids. My kids enjoyed playing cricket in the front lawn.

6/10 Okay

Jordy, Melbourne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Nice close to the beach and shops

Well located in Apollo bay. Opposite supermarket, also next to main shopping strip on great ocean rd. Accommodation was average, yet sufficient for what we needed. There is a free breakfast available each morning.

6/10 Okay

Maria, Tasmania

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean and reasonably comfortable but very run down

Comfortable but needs refurbishment. Overpriced for what you get.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Okay budget motell

The room was like a bedroom in an apartment were the combined kitchen and living room was shared with the guests in the other bedroom. Breakfast was cereal and toast. Bed was okay.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great for the budget traveller

Stayed here in November 2015 in a private room. I've stayed in many hostels (in both dorm and private rooms) and I have to say the set up for this is not something I've experienced before. In the private room you actually stay in a two bedroom unit, which includes a kitchen, lounge and bathroom. Needless to say it's a "cosy" setting for both you and your fellow housemates (lucky we had some good people!). Other than this little surprise the accommodation is certainly above average for a hostel and I think you get more than what you pay for. Would definitely stay here again next time I'm in Apollo Bay!

8/10 Good

sam, Melbourne

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good

Economy n close to beach but do not expect standard service

4/10 Poor

Adam, Australia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bed bugs

The location was fine. Receptionist not very professional. Facilities were very old and worn. Bedroom size was ok but the room was dirty, we woke up itchy with small bites on our bodies. Overall not great.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Simple hotel with poor continental breakfast. if looking for the cheapest hotel in the area, this might be your hotel...

8/10 Good

joy, Aust. Brought cousins from Canada.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel close to beach, food and other shopping

Would have liked to have stayed longer. Due to time pressure could not ! We had completely private 2 bedrooms with kitchen living area.

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hostel!

Nice hostel, clean! Helpful guy at reception too. Had a double room shared bathroom. Was really clean

8/10 Good

Liang

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Krit

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4/10 Poor

Fiona, Melbourne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stay somewhere else!

The microwave in the kitchen was in a disgusting state and made us regret choosing to have porridge for breakfast. The rooms weren't properly cleaned, there was dust on the bedside tables and in other places although the sheets did appear to be clean. Everything is quite old but it would have been ok if it had been clean. There were no tea towels in the kitchen but there was a sign asking us to dry our dishes and put them away. The receptionist acted as if we'd bothered her by showing up to check in. We wouldn't stay here again.

6/10 Okay

Joe, SA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Linen dsn't look clean.No A/c or heater in bedroom

Not friendly staff. Breakfast and WiFi are good only to advertise. Not to use

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our second visit in 4 years and worth every penny!