"Quite simply awesome."
"warm mature atmosphere , great place to chill"
"Friendly, quirky and clean. Beautiful spot on the river."
"Sweet hostel, a surviving smaller hostel and I'm glad it is here."
"Great relaxed atmosphere - would definitely stay again."
"Tassie was very welcoming and was very knowledgable about the area and it's surrounds. A beautiful location! Excellent for a quiet get away. Loved it. will come back ..."
"This place is extraordinary! Tassie has created a hostel with charm and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. Anyone staying in the Byron to Coolangatta area would be in ..."
"It felt more like a home stay than a YHA. Tassie really loves what he does, is a mountain of local knowledge, and clearly wants hostelers to enjoy their stay. The ..."
"This has got to have been one of the most relaxing and inviting hostels I have stayed in. Gorgeously eclectic, perfectly positioned and incredibly clean. Would rec ..."
"Great old fashioned hostel in a beautiful location on the river.. excellent if you want to come & chill for a few days."
Murwillumbah YHA is a homely hostel with stunning views, riverside gardens, and quirky decor in a 1911 captain's cottage. Free ice cream is served at 9 pm every night for guests.
This cosy backpacker accommodation makes a great base to explore Mount Warning, National Parks, rainforest, and waterfalls. Experience a typical Aussie community, see the murals and graffiti wall, swim or kayak the peaceful Tweed River.
Murwillumbah YHA is a great short break from Byron Bay and the Gold Coast.
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- Last 7 Days
- May 2012
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| Room | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 |
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| 8 Share Female | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| 8 Share Male | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 | $28 |
| Twin/Double | $63 | $63 | $63 | $63 | $63 | $63 | $63 |
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Free use of canoe and transport to Mount Warning if you stay three nights
Facilities
- Barbeque
- Bicycles
- Boat/Canoe
- Courtesy Bus
- Television
Activities
- Bushwalking/Hiking
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Galleries/Museums
- Golfing
- Horseriding
- National Park
- Shopping
- Swimming
Things to do
Free Mt Warning shuttle, cycling and canoe trip when you stay 3 nights.
Enjoy the rainforest and spectacular views at Mt Warning, one of the world's largest volcanic craters. Cycle through the peaceful Tweed River Valley. Paddle or swim in the tranquil river without waves or rips.
Visit the World Heritage Rainforest Centre, try unusual delights at Tropical Fruit World or go bushwalking in nearby National Parks.
Nightlife
Excellent Italian, Mexican, Thai, pizza or good old fashioned pub grub can be found at over 33 cafes and restaurants close to your Murwillumbah accommodation. Enjoy live jazz, country, blues and rock bands in town. The lively nightclubs of backpacker meccas Byron Bay and Surfers Paradise are an hour away.
Closest Hostels
- Coolangatta - Kirra Beach, Gold Coast is 30 km NE
- Byron Bay - Cape Byron is 50 km S
- Nimbin is 51 km SW
Food Store
500 metres to the nearest food store
Accepted cards
MasterCard, Visa
