Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA
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Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA

36 Waugh St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444 Australia
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Avg. AU$120 /night, 11/10 - 11/11
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4.5
#3 of 3 hostels in Port Macquarie
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Ozzie Pozzie is Port Macquarie’s most highly recommended resort youth hostel by "Lonely Planet" and "Lets-Go" and Port Macquarie’s best value and cheap youth hostel accommodation. While this quiet youth hostels location features a great social atmosphere in a tropical setting, it is only 5 mins walk from town, shops and bars. Richard used his 8 years of backpacking hostels experience to renovate and extend Ozzie Pozzie and operate it as a friendly fun-filled hostel with lots of free extras. Newly extended it is spotlessly clean with two cosy courtyards to meet and greet, and lounges & hammocks to enjoy in a cabana around a palm fringed pool.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Vending machine
Bicycle rental
Game room
Airport transportation
BBQ facilities
Wifi
Paid wifi
Outdoor pool
Billiards
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to Giata.
3.0 of 5 stars
HOTEL STYLE
Budget
Business
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Filipino and 1 more

Location

36 Waugh St, Port Macquarie, New South Wales 2444 Australia
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Grade: 73 out of 100
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Port Macquarie Airport
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Taree Airport
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CJAudas wrote a review Jan 2023
Palm Beach, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed one night in a single room (not shared with other people). The room was on the small side but spotlessly clean and the bed was comfortable. An air conditioner would have helped as the fan was not quite enough to cool the room down. Ozzie Pozzie is about a fifteen to twenty minute walk to the centre of town (depends on your walking speed). It is set in beautiful gardens with bright, colourful eating and leisure areas. Would definitely suit young travellers.
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Date of stay: December 2022
4.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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wickedsandy wrote a review Sept 2024
Melbourne, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Stayed in a twin room with ensuite, so avoided having to share bathroom facilities. The room was basic, but clean, and the staff were very helpful. There was off street parking available, and the YHA was in a great location, close to supermarkets and clubs/pubs. A lot of local events were advertised on the community board. Kitchen faciliteis were clean, and had an adequate supply of utensils for use.
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Date of stay: September 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
4.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
4.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: only stayed overnight, so didn't get to use all the facilities, but it seemed the common room and...
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Bindu J wrote a review Dec 2021
4.0 of 5 bubbles
It was pretty good for its price. Lots of things to do, I really enjoyed the game room. There’s also a hammock that I enjoyed resting on. Community kitchen had pretty much everything you would need; pots, pans, appliances, it was good.
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Date of stay: December 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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484biancac wrote a review May 2022
Brisbane, Australia
2.0 of 5 bubbles
While I felt safe, after hours check-in was fuss free and the kitchen/bathroom facilities were clean the overall condition of this backpackers is run down and tired. The beds were old and soft, bedding and towels were old and well worn. The kitchen was cleaned loudly each night at 10:45pm which woke us each night. I won't stay here again.
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Date of stay: May 2022
2.0 of 5 bubblesRooms
3.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
2.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Greta S wrote a review Feb 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
I volunteered in the Ozzie Pozzie Hostel for one month and all I can say is that I will never forget my time there. The receptionists are such lovely and helpful people trying to make everything possible for you.The whole atmosphere in the hostel is really chill, it doesn’t feel like a hostel at all, you can watch movies with your friends in the TV room, play table tennis and pool or just chill at at the pool (nicest place in my opinion ;)) The kitchen and bathrooms are really clean as well as the rooms. The hostel also arranges group surf lessons which you can do with your friends in the morning :) Literally nothing to complain about!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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héloïse C wrote a review Feb 2023
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The hostel by itself is amazing (clean bedrooms and showers, swimming pool, ping pong table, pool, barbecue) but what I really liked was the vibe between everyone. People are chill, and respectful, always available to have a talk, and the services from the hostel allow us to bond really fast (cheers to the cheap surf lessons). Anyway, go this hostel!
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Date of stay: February 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
4.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
Room Tip: Rent a bicycle at the hostel to travel around the town easily
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Roscoe wrote a review Nov 2022
Ipswich, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Wanting a bit of 'me' time after being on the road for a while, I booked a double room for myself.
Victoria, the receptionist, was so friendly and welcoming. She showed me to my room and around the hostel.
There is a collection of buildings, housing the kitchen, dining room, games room and TV room. Plenty of spaces for guests to mingle or take time out for themselves.
My room wasn't very big, but it had it's bathroom and toilet. It was very clean and the bed was super comfortable. I'm a restless sleeper, but managed to sleep through the night.
No aircon, but a wall mounted fan that was next to useless. I imagine that the room (9) would be quite hot on a summer night.
The hostel is close to the town centre, so you can get around on foot if you don't have a car.
I couldn't be bothered cooking, so I grabbed a takeaway from the Chinese restaurant just a few hundred metres from the hostel. It is called Hot Wok and was excellent.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Matthew M wrote a review June 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This was one of the best hostels iv stayed at. It was clean and beautiful with many plants around the hostel and pool. It had so many things to do within the hostel including

Darts
Swimming
Pool table
Pinpong table
Movie room with couches and beanbags
Board games
Hammocks
Lounge area near pool
Music.

The staff were so lovely Matilda helped me book my reservation and Nickie was so knowledgeable about the area and the fun things to do.

I would recommend this place to anybody looking for a great experience in Port Macquarie, I will definitely be back.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Tim H wrote a review Feb 2022
Coffs Harbour, Australia
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Lovely organised receptionist. Facilities for a YHA Backpackers set up were great, had a good vibrant feel to it. As a couple looking for a place to sleep for the night it had all that we needed. Would easily stay again.
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Date of stay: January 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
4.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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Amy B wrote a review Sept 2023
United Kingdom
3.0 of 5 bubbles
The hostel is nice, clean and the staff are friendly however, this is not an 18+ hostel and was woken up at 6am on a Sunday morning by children running about & screaming. As a solo backpacker who stopped here to break up the drive between Brisbane & Sydney I really needed some rest. There was nothing stated in Hostelworld about this being a child friendly hostel and if I had of known I would have booked elsewhere.
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Date of stay: August 2023
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled solo
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wickedsandy wrote a tip Sept 2024
Melbourne, Australia58 contributions11 helpful votes
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"only stayed overnight, so didn't get to use all the facilities, but it seemed the common room and the pool area were used quite frequently."
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héloïse C wrote a tip Feb 2023
1 contribution1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Rent a bicycle at the hostel to travel around the town easily "
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Arrk Hey wrote a tip Oct 2022
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"It has some rooms for if you have children with you"
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Celia wrote a tip Sept 2022
Parramatta, Australia1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"No freezer in kitchen"
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Bruce H wrote a tip Mar 2022
1 contribution
4.0 of 5 bubbles
"Discuss options with staff when booking"
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PRICE RANGE
AU$79 - AU$125 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers Nomads
LOCATION
AustraliaNew South WalesPort Macquarie
NUMBER OF ROOMS
16
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA
Which popular attractions are close to Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Nearby attractions include Escape the Expected - Indoor and Outdoor Escape Game Experiences (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Conveniently located restaurants include Social Grounds, Aqua, and The Westport Club.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA have airport transportation?
Yes, Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.8 km away from the centre of Port Macquarie.
Are any cleaning services offered at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, and Filipino.
Are there any historical sites close to Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers YHA?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Port Macquarie Museum (1.0 km), Port Macquarie Historic Court House (1.0 km), and Innes Ruins (2.3 km).
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