Royal National Park Backpackers Hostels

Royal National Park Hostels

This is a complete list of all known hostels in Royal National Park. If you know of a Royal National Park hostel that isn't listed here, please use the "Add a New Hostel" link at the bottom of the page.

(Garie Beach)

HI - Sydney - Garie Beach YHA Hostel

"Very nice and comfortable - This hostel is really good. There's no electricity but there is running water and gas for cooking. It is exactly what it should be for real backpackers hiking through the park. If you're used to posh hotels, then don't bother, it's not your type." … "Filthy in the extreme - Just spent a weekend in this hostel and it was a horrible experience. When my group arrived we found a group of approximately thirty people (hostel sleeps twelve) drunk and still partying...

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Royal National Park Travel Tips & Suggestions

Comment by Chris (youcantryreachingme@yahoo.com.au)

I live in Sydney and have to brag that the Royal National Park is just spectacular - especially if you want to see a diverse range of habitat in one location, within an hour or two of Sydney's CBD. The Royal has rainforest in the south, wet and dry sclerophyl forests in the north, heath along the north eastern coast, moors a little inland, swamps in the west and a myriad of creeks and rivers. Along with such diverse habitats come dozens, if not hundreds of bird species, a variety of mammals, lizards, snakes, frogs and fish. The park has dozens of walking tracks with all grades of difficulty, from short walks to day walks and overnight walks. To anyone visiting Australia, especially for the first time, be aware that the outdoors environment can be harsh - be very sure you know what you're doing if you plan on any serious walking, and be aware that surf conditions along the park demand that you only swim if you are very experienced with surf. But don't let me frighten you away - the park is fantastic. There is a visitor's centre about 2km in from Loftus, and a cafe in the valley at Audley, another 1-2km on. Please respect the flora and fauna and help keep it a great place for all.

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