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Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel

2.0 star property
Suburban hostel with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Enjoy swimming and surfing in the calm sea, surrounded by tall trees and a scenic beach.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, armchair, and TV for a comfortable stay.
Relax in comfort with a large bed, two nightstands, and a personal touch from the framed picture above.
Relax in a tranquil outdoor space with lounge chairs and sofas under a covered area.
Kitchen area with stove, oven, and cabinetry, featuring a fire extinguisher and personal touches.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Six Bed Female Dorm (ages 18-35)

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room, Private Bathroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Portable fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Four Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Four Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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40-inch TV with digital channels

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds, Private Bathroom, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Six Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Six Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Eight Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Eight Bed Mixed Dorm (ages 18-35)

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, Ensuite, Mezzanine

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio, Ensuite, Mezzanine

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double or Twin Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
TV
Portable fan
8 bathrooms
Shared/communal kitchen
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rear 63, The Corso, Manly, NSW, 2095

What's nearby

  • Manly Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Taronga Zoo - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 15 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Circular Quay - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪New Brighton Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Foods Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Cumberland - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Glass House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel

Hostel near Manly Beach
Located close to Fairy Bower Beach and North Head Quarantine Station, Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel provides free continental breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, barbecue grills, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Guidebooks and local maps
  • 40-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Spanish

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
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

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, debit cards, and cash
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

Property is also known as

Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Motel Manly
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Motel
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Manly
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Motel Manly
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Motel
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Motel
Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel Manly
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker & Budget Motel Manly
Boardrider Hostel/Backpacker Budget Manly

Frequently asked questions

Is Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel?

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 hostel 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).

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Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 210 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Merv

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

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

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

6/10 Okay

David

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

8/10 Good

Austin

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

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

8/10 Good

Merv

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Bob

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

10/10 Excellent

Merv

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

10/10 Excellent

Merv

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

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

6/10 Okay

Miles

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

4/10 Poor

Alex

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

Dirty, loud and not cheap

Really dirty, staring at the same dead flies all weekend let's you know they don't clean anything. Showers smelt pretty bad. Room was just generally gross on all surfaces. Windows don't shut properly so street is full volume and market gets set up early at the weekends right outside. Location is great but a really poor quality hostel. I've stayed in a lot of backpackers places but this was one of the grossest, which is kinda crazy given the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josephine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Im going to report it to the dept of Health its disgusting. No need for filth like that, no ventilation, soap or hand towels. The showers havent been cleaned in years (or anything else) it stank
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Carl

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

6/10 Okay

Delan

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

8/10 Good

Shelli

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

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

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

4/10 Poor

Giuliana

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Its very run down and needs up dating and thhe bath rooms were dirty and smelt.horrible

2/10 Terrible

Nathan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

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

6/10 Okay

joan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025