Located in Scarness, The Friendly Hostel lies within a short walk of Charlton Esplanade and Torquay Beach. The property features a garden, a communal balcony, a free shuttle, and an informal lounge. Three and four-bed female/mixed dorms include bed linen and ceiling fans. Bathrooms are shared. Self-contained apartments are also available. Air-conditioning and towels are available for a fee. The Friendly Hostel offers free Wi-Fi, private parking, and push bike hire. Guests who book a tour through the on-site tour desk can also benefit from free laundry or luggage storage or a discount on electric bike hire. Free hot drinks are available. Plus, guests have full access to a communal kitchen and dining area. This hostel is a five-minute drive from the WetSide Water Park and eight minutes from Urangan Pier. Whale watching tours, as well as trips to Lady Elliot and Fraser Islands, are readily available in the area.
Despite some minor issues, guests have found the dorms and apartments here offer good standards of cleanliness and comfortable. The inclusion of free linens is appreciated and guests have liked having a small bedside table. Wi-Fi in the accommodation is generally found to be good.
Guests have appreciated the selection of free perks on offer at this Hervey Bay hostel, noting that these have the potential to offer fairly significant savings throughout a stay here. The availability of things like laundry and electric bike hire at reasonable prices is also appreciated.
Visitors to this hostel have found that the service offered by the owner and staff lives up to the name of the property. The service is generally described as friendly and welcoming and, as a result, guests tend to describe this hostel as laid back and a great place to be.
Although there are lots of freebies on offer here, guests do note the extra charges for the air-conditioning. The fact that you're in Australia and unlikely to be encountering any cold weather, air-conditioning is probably going to be considered a necessity.
Frequent visitors to hostels will be well versed on sharing a bathroom but, nonetheless, not all guests have been impressed. The bathrooms are found to be clean but are shared between too many people. Waits for the bathroom, particularly in the mornings, are likely.
Although guests appreciate the free push bike rental here, some have reported that the bikes are poorly maintained. Also, guests note that they are at a set height and will be unsuitable for people of short stature.
No, The Friendly doesn’t offer pool areas.
Yes, The Friendly has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.
Yes, The Friendly provides Parking for guests.
Check-in at The Friendly is available from: . Check-out time is by .
The Friendly is located in 182 Torquay Road, 4656, Hervey Bay, Australia.
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