my first hostel and would gladly come back (although not with a stuffed suitcase. they don't call these backpacker hostels for nothing ). all the staff we spoke to were very helpful and chatty. now I'm a great believer of "you get what you pay for", but I think this place is excellent value for money. everything is on your... More

This is the worst hostel i have EVER stayed in. I came to this hostel with two other girls and we are no "flashpackers" but this is disgusting. The kitchen looks like its never been cleaned and despite there being signs all over the kitchen stating that you must sign and date your food otherwise it will be chucked there... More

Some people get here because of the central station across the street, some others come for partying. So, to make a long reference short, if you're looking for a quiet place, keep looking, if you want to party, you are exactly right. There's a few general things about the place itself that should be mentioned: The first thing you will... More

This hostel has the best location if you're travelling by train. I was backpacking down the East Coast with my boyfriend and we had a really early train to catch the next morning. It's literally opposite the transit centre for trains and the bus depot (jncluding greyhound), so really convenient. The hostel itself was inviting and has a good atmosphere.... More

We booked in here as they had an offer on for 2 nights accomadation, some free food and drinks and a trip to moreton island. The location of the hostel was brilliant, everything else wasnt! the rooms were like saunas, the staff were rude and unhelpfull and the smell in the whole place was unpleasant. I guess this place would... More

Hostel is run down looking. My room was large however, bunks shook a lot. They gave out hair straightness and dryers for a $20 deposit, which you got back...nice treat when been travelling awhile. Staff at reception were only so so, asked for advice on ferry just pointed to sheet on desk no info given on that or anything else... More

I guess I will start with the positives although there aren't many...The Base is in a great spot opposite Central Station. The $7 big breakfast downstairs was also good value. The fact that it was old didn't bother me too much, but the obnoxious backpackers yelling, singing, playing music, and skyping home at all hours or the night did! I... More

Ugh... where do I start.. this hostel was one of the worst I have stayed in in Australia. The building itself is lovely from the outside and could be really great if they spent a bit of money on upkeep for the place: however it was extremely rundown with paint peeling off the walls, leaky ceilings, threadbare carpet and dank,... More

I went there with my travel body and we were shocked. The entire place smelled like a public bathroom, it was worn down and our room, 6 man dorm, had a gigantic hole in the wall!! Whatever you do, don't stay there. It's the worst place I have EVER spend a night. The Beds are terrible, you can feel every... More