The location of Backpackers by the Bay may seem like a downside at first, but it's just the opposite. Backpackers by the Bay is not located on the main street of Airly Beach, but just up the road, 4-5 minutes walking distance. Its location grants you with some quiet, since you're not right at the hub of all activities, but keep you on just a short walking distance from there. To reach there, just continue walking on the main street (east direction) and you will find the entry very soon. There is a big sign saying "Backpackers by the Bay" that you can't miss. There is also a pick-up bus; just call and ask for it.
The hostel has a pleasent atmosphere, and ample sitting areas, especially at the front yard just next to the pool, where you can enjoy the view of the harbour. There is plenty of parking in the back, and also a telephone for incoming calls for guests' use. The building itself is clean, and the walls are decorated by all kinds of sea-related shapes.
The rooms have six beds each. The mattresses are quite uncomfortable though, but in some rooms they are better than in others, so if the bed in the room given to you isn't comfortable to you, ask the reception to change your room. The kitchen is big and well equipped. The showers are clean, but suffer too often from a lack of hot water. There is also a breakfast available for $4.
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Stayed here for two nights, wanted to stay a third however the Manager of the hostel was so rude and unprofessional in his manner that we decided to move onto another hostel. This was a shame as we had met some lovely people there, however as experienced European travelers we do not expect to be treated this way. I cannot recommend this hostel. 
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