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Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Garden
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, toaster

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$106
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23

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172 Marine Terrace, Geraldton, WA, 6530
  • Place, Geraldton Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Geraldton Visitor Centre
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, HMAS Sydney II Memorial
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Geraldton, WA (GET)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room with view, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room with view, Shared Bathroom

  • 106 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single with a Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single with a Shared Bathroom

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • 109 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Queen Room with Shared Bathroom and Juliet Balcony | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room with Shared Bathroom and Juliet Balcony

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 133 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore

Hostel in Central Geraldton
Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a TV in a common area are onsite.
Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore offers 20 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and rice cookers.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore features barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Colonial hostel also offers discounted use of a nearby fitness facility, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 24 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1912
  • Colonial architecture
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM) and Monday - Sunday (3:30 PM - 7:30 PM)
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is accessible only by stairs (24 steps).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 7 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 7 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 7 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore Geraldton

Geraldton Backpackers on the Foreshore Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Aladdin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sinh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Candie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room but very comfortable pillows and bed. Good view from balcony. Friendly staff. Good size share kitchen, lounge room, including pool table. Nice clean share bathrooms. Plenty of cosy sitting areas. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is located at a convenient place in the city
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus Christoffer

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a one-night stay for work, great value and the best placed for accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best all round Backpackers I have stayed at
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful old building well maintain and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bronwyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old building with great facilities in a prime location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and facilities, good value for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

jupiter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ambiance was beautiful. Homely comfortable and all the facilities you need. Very happy 😃
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buwandaka

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience and had a good rest.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Signe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

YING CHUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great experience
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the shore front. Staff was friendly and helpful with information on markets, restaurants and sights to see (check out the Horizon sphere and HMAS Sydney memorial). Only issue was one of the other guests being impatient. Full use of kitchen facilities to cook and store food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023