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On The Wallaby Backpackers Lodge

34 Eacham Road | Atherton Tablelands, Yungaburra, Queensland 4872, Australia
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On The Wallaby Backpackers Lodge
4.5 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
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Vancouver, BC
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2012 NEW

I had an absolutely phenomenal stay at On the Wallaby. Because I wanted to see a platypus I traveled to Yungaburra, where I had read that one has a decent chance of spotting this elusive critter. Reviews were strong for this hostel and the night canoe was recommended. On the Wallaby has a great overnight trip option where they will... More

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UK
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

This is by far the best hostel I have stayed at in Australia. The staff are incredibly friendly and make you feel very welcome. Located in the township of Yungaburra, the hostel is spotlessly clean, the beds are comfortable, the showers are hot, and the atmosphere is chilled out and relaxed. The peaceful location is a welcome change from the... More

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Lafayette, Louisiana
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

I absolutely adored this place. The bottom floor is open to the outdoors and has a great patio out back with hammocks, picnic tables, and games, and it's surrounded by trees usually filled with colorful lorikeets. The nightly barbecue is a great way to meet people and the staff is very willing to help you get the most out of... More

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Brussels, Belgium
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The backpackers lodge is a very welcoming place with a very friendly staff. We stayed in a double room that was very clean and comfortable but before heading to bed we had dinner with the other guests. That night it was a barbecue ($12) and the food was very good. You can go before dinner along the river to try... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

This hostel is everything you want when you've grown weary from backpacking. It's quiet, homely, friendly and the beds are so comfortable that you will wake up a new person. The staff are wonderful and my only regret is that I didn't stay longer than one night...next time! Top tip - Go out on the canoes and bikes, awesome!

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

Lovely hostel, great location and great staff. Was so glad we stayed here, Tracey who works there is lovely so helpful. Have the BBQ , I'm veggie and still loved it

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Berlin, Germany
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

spend some time in down under last year and was at the lodge for some days, too. it was definitively the best trip i had during my time in australia. pretty cool place, pretty cool people. the lodge managerin knew every guest by name and the barbeque was fantastic. if you go there, make sure you meet damo and his... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012

we weren't even going to visit Yungaburra but were recommended we go there.. and we were so happy we did..we had such a good time...the backpackers is really nice and the staff are so friendly...its really clean and chilled...they have a table tennis table which we played alot...they also recommended great places to go and see wildlife..we seen loads of... More

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Cairns
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2012

Staff was great, especially giving great advice on what to see/do on our road trip! Hostel was clean and homey feeling. Great lodge atmosphere, lots of space to chill out. Hope to come back in the future :-)

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Cairns, Australia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Very homey feel to this welcoming hostel. The staff are very friendly and ready to help you with anything. Tour are recommended and lots of fun. Great value for your money. Very clean.

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34 Eacham Road | Atherton Tablelands, Yungaburra, Queensland 4872, Australia
Price range (per night):* INR559 - 2,964

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