Surf n Sun Beachside Backpackers

Surfers Paradise

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Address	3323 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise Queensland, Australia Map
Price	Christmas/New Year $30 pp pn Rest of the year $26 pp pn Check Current Prices by Date Here

Location/Contact

Details

This is a VIP hostel. Show your VIP Backpackers membership card for a discount at check-in.

Description

Features

Kitchen
Lounge / Common space
Pool Table
Swimming Pool
TV
Washing Machine (laundry)
Clothes Dryer
24 Hour Free Hot Showers
Travel information provided
Gameroom
Phones (public or in room)
BBQ

Ratings & Comments

4.5 Average from 22 Ratings

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Comment by Christy , Canada

October 2009

Decent
We were about the only people there not into partying, so we booked a private room, which was in a separate building so its was very quiet. The beds were really uncomfortable though. Not bad for $75 per night. The staff were excellent though -- very friendly and helpful.

Comment by Tim Greene, English

December 2008

Excellent
It was made very easy for us as soon as we got here which is exactly what we needed. We got picked up from the Greyhound and was given a really nice room with TV and movies. Every evening they have something planned for the whole hostel, which introduces you to everyone else staying here. We were only supposed to be here two nights but liked it so much we did five.

Comment by Alex Learoyd, England

December 2008

Great location, staff, and atmosphere
Great hostel right next to the beach in surfers, only 27 dollars a night. Really good atmosphere and very helpful staff. If i come back i will visit surf and sun again.

Comment by UNHAPPY!, Australia

November 2008

Not impressed
Me and five of my friends booked our accommodation with Surf and Sun a week in advance to arrival, and were assured booking of a six-bedroom dorm. When we arrived in the pouring rain, bags soaked and tired, we got told by the rude receptionist that there was a "mistake" and that she simply couldnt help us. What angered me most wasnt so much the fact that we had no place to stay, but that she simply had no remorse or compassion for our situation. Do you know how hard it is to find a place for six people to stay in Surfers Paradise, on a backpacker budget, on a saturday night? She just didnt want to help and didnt seem to care. It ruined our holiday.

Comment by Sarah Ruscowski, Ireland

July 2008

Not a good one
i found my stay feeling sorry for staff. the travel agent is so rude and snappy. The place was super dirty and the security were just laying in the living room. it's ok because its beside the beach. they lied about it being five minutes away from town -- it's a long walk. The girl who works there is super rude and everyone appears to be trying to lick up to her to gain her approval. The manager and another man were super rude. Just not happy about my stay.

Comment by Maureen, USA

December 2007

Good
Don't stay here if you're looking to sleep. good location -- right across the street from the beach and a five-minute walk to the center of town. Hostel organizes nights out to the bars/clubs. Good place if you're looking to party and meet new people. Bathroom & TV in the room, clean. They pick you up from the bus station literally about two minutes after you call and tell them you've arrived. Staff was very friendly.

Comment by Greg, Canada

March 2007

Stayed there for a month. Great location, right on the beach, and a place to party. Punch five nights a week and they hit the town every night. If your ready to meet people and go out, this is the place for you, although if you are looking for downtime, it's a bit hard to come by at surf n sun. The TVs in every room are nice, especially since they are connected to the over three hundred dvd collection they have. Excellent place.

Comment by Jay

February 2007

I spent a year backpacking in Oz and Surf N Sun is probably the best hostel Downunder. It is twenty seconds away from the beach (although you have to pay for the boards and walk a bit further for the good spots), it is clean and that includes the kitchen, but the best part is the general feeling of the place. You meet people easily and have a great time partying. Don't miss the punch.

Comment by Amanda

November 2005

Surf 'n' Sun is by far the best hostel in all of Oz!!! It made my time in Australia one I will never forget. I suggest to anyone going to Surfers Paradise to stay at Surf 'n' Sun. I promise you, you won't regret it. Staff are brilliant, rooms are clean, location is perfect, kitchen is clean, the punch is, well the punch is AMAZING! And make sure you meet Gary, Amanda, Keelen and Lily (the dog!)

Comment by Iain

June 2005

Hey Chris and the team, still going strong and still the best in Oz. It's 11 years since I turned up for a day and stayed for (overstayed). I still miss the times!! The tradition carries on!

Comment by Matt Huston

May 2005

Hands down the best hostel in Oz!!! What can I say, the staff were AWESOME. Every night is five-dollar punch night and they keep it coming until EVERYONE goes out, TOGETHER. It's the best place to meet people. if you're solo come here, if you're in a small group come here, if you're in a big group come HERE!!! No other hostel compares, not even remotely!!!

Comment by Erika from Sweden

December 2004

This was the first hostel I lived in, on my travels in Australia. I spent seven months in Australia and lived in lots of different hostels, but I can say this was the best!!! I had a great time here. I met so many nice people; I just loved it. Some day I will go back and then I will stay at Surf 'n' Sun.

Comment by Linda, Melbourne

November 2004

I come to Surfers Paradise every year, and I love this place so much I considered moving just to be near it. It's the type of place where everyone can walk up and say hi to anyone, and new friendships are made instantly. I have since tried making the same punch they make here back in Melbourne but it does not have the same effect at all. And the best thing is, the staff are backpackers themselves so they understand exactly what you want. See you guys in February.

Comment by Ariella

October 2004

I was only here for a short period of time and yet I easily fell in love with the place. The staff are so friendly and chill, the beach is right there, and I met so many great people here. Going out as a group at night was so much fun and memorable. I will be back!! =)

Comment by Patricia MItchell

September 2004

What can I say about this place? I absolutely loved it. It has a great staff, and the killer punch always helps—it does exactly what it says it does. The staff are super-friendly and super-helpful. On a return trip to Surfers I wouldn't consider staying anywhere else. A stay here will not disappoint you, just provide you with lasting memories.

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