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Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel

2.0 star property
Sip your morning coffee while planning your beach day. Relax on the rooftop or grab a towel and head out to explore Manly Beach.

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Beach/ocean view
Fridge, microwave
Surfing/boogie boarding
Aerial view
Terrace/patio

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

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 Single 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
Ceiling 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 Single Bunk Beds

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40-inch TV with digital channels

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

Highlights

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

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

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

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Manly Beach - 2 min walk
  • North Head Quarantine Station - 5 min drive
  • Taronga Zoo - 12 min drive
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge - 14 min drive
  • Sydney Opera House - 17 min drive

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:
  • Beach towels, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Barbecues, a vending machine and coffee/tea in reception
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 transport

  • No on-site 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

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

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 older; 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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
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 any lifts

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 does it cost to stay at Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel on 23 Feb 2025 start from AU$116.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout 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. 32 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 201 reviews

5.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

5.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel

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

8/10 Good

Austin

Great location, very friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

The service was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Merv

Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Josephine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, 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

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Everything was just great thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan

Friendly helpful staff. Great location. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mano

great price, double with shower toilet a must
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Merv

GRRREAT value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

8/10 Good

Nathan

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

10/10 Excellent

Merv

Great people
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Miles

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

8/10 Good

Carl

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

8/10 Good

Shelli

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

6/10 Okay

Delan

Staff are friendly and happy which is nice. Reasonable for what it is. Definitely noisy though. Haha

2/10 Terrible

Crystal

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: 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

4/10 Poor

Giuliana

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

6/10 Okay

Brooke

Liked: 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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok boende
Väldigt bra läge och ett boende till väldigt bra pris. Man får det viktigaste, en ren säng att sova i. Servicen kändes obefintlig, checkin gick smidigt men inte någon mer info om boendet än wifi-koden och var frukosten fanns på morgonen. Och frukosten var inget att ha, mackpåse framlängd med några burkar jelly. Läget och priset gör det värt att bo här.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Emil Bruun

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Zoe

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Nice Bathroom & Great Location
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0