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:
Coffee/tea in the lobby, barbecue grills, and a vending machine
Luggage storage, beach towels, and a front-desk safe
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–9:30 AM
1 coffee shop/cafe
1 bar
Coffee/tea in common area(s)
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Front-desk safe
Vending machine
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
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.
This property does not have elevators
Handrails in stairways
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Beach towels
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Bathroom
Towels
Entertainment
40-inch TV
Digital channels
Food and drink
Shared kitchen access
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Guidebooks/recommendations
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Local maps
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
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).
Boardrider Backpacker & Budget Motel Reviews
Reviews
6.8
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.