The kind of hostel you're just going to keep on coming back to. The owner Quinn is a legendread more

Clean, reasonably cheap hostel that's conveniently located in Port Campbell around several…read morerestaurants, walk-able to the beach, and a very short drive to the 12 Apostles and other great views along Great Ocean Road. I'd prefer to not stay in a hostel, but we had no other choice due to a very late arrival in Port Campbell, and all in all it wasn't a bad experience. The staff was very nice, the room was very clean, and the showers were nice and hot.

Nice and paceful place to stay in Torquay. It is very clean and near to the beach and the city…read morecenter. It has a nice livingroom and very useful kitchen. It also has a cute garden.

From the owner: Bells Beach Backpackers is a comfortable homely backpackers located at the beginning of the Great…read moreOcean Road.

This is a tiny little backpackers tucked away in a residential area, but within walking distance to…read morebeach, shops, pub, etc. The set up is like an extension of the owners' house, so offers a homely, quiet atmosphere in communal living area and kitchen. Staff are very relaxed, friendly, hospitable and keen to make you feel welcome and offer info on the region. Dorms are clean, but a little too compact and in need of better ventilation... A fan at the very least to avoid the "bikram yoga" sleeping conditions with 6 bodies crammed in a room. Mattresses are just foam, so not ideal if you're prone to aches and pains. A good crash pad for a night if you're passing through and looking for some mellow cocoon time away from hardcore adventure/party travel.

Great hostel! Really sweet hosts who care about you and the guests are really cool and friendly…read morehere. The kitchen has a really badass view of the Flinders Street Station which I stared at every morning while eating breakfast. Sometimes they have free tea/coffee and snacks when they have events. They have plenty of regularly scheduled things here, like the weekly free walking tour. You cannot bring alcohol here, but they will hold it for you during your stay and they do have a bar downstairs which serves good cocktails at affordable prices. Sleeping is comfortable. I had a room with 12 people, but everyone is considerate and keep the room quiet if someone is sleeping. The only odd thing is hearing water rushing through the pipes on the ceiling. I'm hoping these pipes contain clean water and not waste water. haha. The only cons: the dishes and wi-fi. Make sure you bring your own paper cups, dishes, and plastic silverware. I kept getting sick from the poorly washed dishes (the guests have to use rags to dry the dishes, but these rags are also used to wipe hands or countertops). If you have a phone, be prepared to run up the data plan here. There is no wi-fi unless you are downstairs in the basement or in the bar. This is the most crappiest part about staying here. Backpackers United is next to DeGraves alley. Basically in the hub of everything happening in the Melbourne CBD. I definitely recommend staying here.

I've stayed in several Melbourne hostels, and United is by far the best! The rooms are spacious and…read moreclean, and the beds are very comfortable. Each bed is equipped with its own electric outlet and light - it's the simple things! The staff is lovely, the location is perfect (situated just steps from Flinders Street Station), and the prices are extremely reasonable for what the hostel offers. Highly recommend to any traveller looking for a place to rest their head!