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A coastal area with clear blue waters, a sandy beach, and a small island. - Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel (Manly)
A spacious living room with multiple seating areas, a large flat-screen TV, and ceiling fans. - Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel (Manly)
A waterfront promenade with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a clear sky. - Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel (Manly)
A room with a balcony, a bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains. - Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel (Manly)
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling light. - Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel (Manly)
Located close to Fairy Bower Beach and Manly Beach, Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

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Double Bedroom Ensuite

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 107 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6 Berth Mixed Dorm 103 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 8 Berth Mixed Dorm 003 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Bed in 6 Berth Female Dorm 101 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a window, a painting on the wall, and a ceiling light.

Double Bedroom

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 8 Berth Mixed Dorm 207 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 113 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 204 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 205 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 206 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 208 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth Female Dorm 117 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth Mixed Dorm 110 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth Mixed Dorm 201 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth Mixed Dorm 202 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth Mixed Dorm 203 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 6 Berth with Ensuite Female Dorm 001 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 4 Berth Mixed Dorm 111 (Ages 18-35 years)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Manly, a neighborhood in Sydney, Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel is in the suburbs and near the beach. North Head Quarantine Station and The Spit Bridge to Manly Walk are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Manly Beach and Fairy Bower Beach. Check out an event or a game at Brookvale Oval, and consider making time for Taronga Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sydney travel guide
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Rear 63, The Corso, Manly, NSW, 2095

What's nearby

  • A coastal promenade with a beach, palm trees, and a brick building.
    Corso at Manly
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A crowded beach with people sunbathing and swimming, surrounded by trees and buildings.
    Manly Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach with people walking and sitting, and waves crashing onto the shore.
    South Steyne Beach
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal cityscape with a marina, boats, and buildings along the waterfront.
    Manly Wharf
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, rocky shoreline, and tall pine trees.
    Shelly Beach
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney North Sydney Station
    14 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • JB & Sons Manly
    2 min walk
  • New Brighton Hotel
    1 min walk
  • The Pantry Manly
    2 min walk
  • Hotel Steyne
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 7 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can contact the property for check-in assistance.
It is this property's policy that guests over 35 years of age are not permitted in shared dormitory rooms. However, these guests can book a private room for their use, if available.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel located?

Located in Manly, this holiday park is within a 10-minute walk of Manly Beach and Fairy Bower Beach. North Head Quarantine Station and Brookvale Oval are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel Reviews

6.8

5.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

7.0

Staff & service

5.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 213 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
GRRREAT location and experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Basic - good value for the price and it's location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Great location. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Decent budget accommodation right on the Manly strip. Private room was reasonably large and comfy. However, it's an old building with poor soundproofing, so a fair bit of noise through the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Soggy bathroom

Typical hostel grime. Bathroom was just always wet, and wasn’t cleaned once over the two night stay. Staff was lovely and always helpful and friendly. The location is hard to beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Convienient location within a good walking distance to the ferry and beaches. Plenty of local shops to choose from to eat as well as local supermarkets. The front reception area is a bit tight for space. The staff at the front desk were always friendly, cheerful, and helpful. The building corridors, and stairways feel quite dark. There seems to be a good large space upstairs available to socialize.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Really good location and easy to use public transport around. Lots of good options for food. Very close to lots of cute beaches and walks. Cons: If you're a light sleeper do not recommend as its right near a pub that's noisy AF on the weekends. Markets on Saturday/Sunday start early too so can't really sleep past 7am. Strong local only bad vibes from longtermers. Messy shared kitchen space during breakfast that no-one cleaned as they used it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location had everything I needed and staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Disliked: Cleanliness
Amazing service and easy check-in/check-out. Surprised I could find value this good in such a prime location. Place could do with a good deep clean though, that’s hostels though
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Good budget place at Manly

I have stayed at Boardriders a lot over the past 4 years and it’s a really nice simple budget place at Manly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lady at check in was very friendly & helpful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just great thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great price, double with shower toilet a must
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
GRRREAT value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in Manly, Guest's need help.

The Elevator needs to be fixed, Otherwise a wonderful stay, the guests were wonderful. I think some would like the different embassy's to help them get home. I can't wait to stay again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Close to bars
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and happy which is nice. Reasonable for what it is. Definitely noisy though. Haha
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Loved the classic hostel feel and intense walkability and beach access. The facility needs some repairs, but if you're young and traveling and need an inexpensive place, perfect. It's loud, but no more so than any other hostel experience. I felt a bit too old to be there at 29, but then again I'm fairly low key and wasn't keen on the party life.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Great location, needs a deep clean

This is a great base in Manly, the Corso facing rooms have some noise at night and the street cleaning machines start about 5.30 but earplugs should see to that. The kitchen and communal areas need a deep clean, the room was tired and dusty, but the bed was comfortable and the shower was good. You get what you pay for and by the amount of long-term guests it appears there are work opportunities. The free breakfast- cereal, toast, tea+coffee was welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was horrible
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023