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Dunsborough Beach Lodge

13 Dunn Bay Rd, Busselton, Western Australia 6281 Australia
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#1 of 2 hostels in Dunsborough
Location
4.4
Cleanliness
5.0
Service
4.5
Value
4.0
Perfectly located backpackers just 70m from the beach and the centre of town. Rooms of varying sizes including 10 with en-suites. Pool table, PS4, X-box 360, fooz ball table, Nintendo Wii and two communal kitchens. Also a balcony with ocean views and outdoor heating for winter. Great friendly vibe and customer service under the new management.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Snack bar
Beach
Game room
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Wifi
Paid wifi
Billiards
Canoeing offsite
Table tennis
Board games / puzzles
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Shared kitchen
Shared lounge / TV area
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Non-smoking rooms
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Petal wrote a review Jul 2022
Perth, Australia5 contributions1 helpful vote
Good location close to beach and town for shops and food outlets. Staff very welcoming. Beware that large group of male long term visa group who are working in Vineyards are staying there and get up before 5 am every day and are very noisy. Also noisy in the evenings too.
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Gregii10 wrote a review Mar 2019
Delémont, Switzerland7 contributions2 helpful votes
The kitchen and the bathroom was dirty. There was a dog in the kitchen and there are a lot of noise late in the evenning. The privateroom was ok. The accommodation are really close from the beach and the city.
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Traveled solo
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Ryan M wrote a review Aug 2018
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First off we were greeted by Cam, the owner, as we booked in. He was instantly easy to get along with, made you feel welcome and was happy to help throughout my stay with anything he could. His attitude encourages and spreads the right type of atmosphere in the hostel. Newcomers are always quick to make friends with the whole hostel and form part of the group as everyone gets along. The setup of the place is great. Is will suit any mood your in on any given night; You can cook and socialise in the kitchen, if you fancy more of a chilled quiet night you can go upstairs in the tv/xbox room or for something a little more livley like a few drinks, game of pool or ping pong.,you can go in another.
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Date of stay: July 2018Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Aly T wrote a review Aug 2018
23 contributions28 helpful votes
The DBL is a 1 minute walk to the awesome Pour House Bar/restaurant, 2 min walk to the Dunsborough shoreline, 3 mins to the best coffee in town, and 5 to get to Coles and all other shops you might need! It really feels like you are staying in a house when you're staying at the DBL- the owners are very welcoming and the guests are super social and easy to make friends with. It's a perfect place for either a weekend away from Perth or for a longer term backpacker doing farmwork or just enjoying the stunning SW! Large balcony and outdoor area to chill in, nice spot for watching movies, comfy rooms, and clean bathrooms
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Date of stay: May 2018
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Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Perfect location
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mroll wrote a review Apr 2018
Melbourne, Australia10 contributions6 helpful votes
Close to town and the beach. We had a double room with a bathroom and direct balcony access. Can’t complain for the price. Great kitchen facilities with heaps of room. I’d stay again if I was in the area.
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Date of stay: April 2018Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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MiguelSantosN wrote a review Apr 2018
Oslo, Norway7 contributions5 helpful votes
Avoid this place if you want a place to actually sleep. There is no curfew, so you will be able to sleep only from 3 AM to 7 AM, and over the night there is no one to deal with the noisy cohabitants. If you are in to make friends or you are in party mode, this place might be for you. Spent one night in Apr 2018, at 10PM the others guests were kicked out of the pub (as it was closing) and continue to party in the lodge premises until 3 AM, banging doors, playing music, cracking up jokes, trying to open the door of our private room, etc. Not the best experience, but it seems that unlike us, they were having fun, that's why the two stars.
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Date of stay: April 2018
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Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: ask to see the room first. some of them have weird smells.
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Aurinkon wrote a review Nov 2017
Claremont, Australia46 contributions18 helpful votes
Got to be honest, I'm not really a hostel sort of person, so I've got to comment from the point of view of someone who's old and past it, and would have stayed at a hotel had there been one available. I think the youngsters had a lot of fun, it all seemed pretty relaxed and there was plenty of drinking and music until well into the night. Unfortunately there didn't seem to be an option for those who actually needed a night's sleep. Not complaining - I was in the wrong place, and I was well aware of what to expect when I booked.
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Date of stay: November 2017
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Nina G wrote a review Jul 2017
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So it's been a while now that I have stayed in the Dunsborough Beach Lodge (round about 2 month), but it's still in my mind. The time there was just amazing, Cam and Jules are probably the best hostel owners you can find. They try to help you wherever they can and it feels just like a big family there. (Even though they are a cute little family soon ❤)  After we left Dunsborough, we stayed in a few other hostels, but there is nothing compareable to the Beach Lodge and our amazing time there! Miss all of you! ❤
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Date of stay: November 2016Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Brigit G wrote a review May 2017
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You could not ask for anything more in a hostel, from the moment you arrive you are made to feel at home, Cam and Jules would do anything to ensure your stay is as memorable as possible, just genuinely lovely people who care about their customers/friends. The hostel itself is as good as the staff, great facilities, clean and in an incredible location. We ended up staying 5 months and I wouldn't have changed it for the world. We'll be back!!
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Date of stay: January 2017
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pennywright13 wrote a review May 2017
Brisbane, Australia2 contributions1 helpful vote
We arrived at DBL in December 2016 and ended up leaving in May! Best hostel I've stayed in by far, not looking forward to going back to regular hostel life! Cam and Jules were amazing, they create a great atmosphere and were often organisers of legendary occasions! Apparently the rest may have been organised by some other guys, I think they might have been Irish? Anyway, I will miss you guys and can't wait to come back and visit for some more awesome times 😊 The facilities and location are great, such an amazing base to have living in dunsborough in summer and while tackling the joys of farm work. Can't recommend it anymore! Thanks for putting up with me.... Hope to see all the dunsborough family for more times ahead! ❤️
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Date of stay: January 2017Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Cameron M, Manager at Dunsborough Beach Lodge
Responded May 16, 2017
Thanks Penny! Guests like you make our job a breeze! Very sad to see you go after such a long stay with us. Please come back and visit! The DBL family misses you!
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
18
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DUNSBOROUGH BEACH LODGE - Hostel Reviews (Australia)

Frequently Asked Questions about Dunsborough Beach Lodge
Which popular attractions are close to Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Nearby attractions include Christian Fletcher Gallery (0.09 miles), Yallingup Coffee Roasting Company (0.2 miles), and Occy's 2 (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
What food & drink options are available at Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities and a snack bar during their stay.
Is parking available at Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Conveniently located restaurants include Yarri, Occy's Dunsborough, and Artezen Cafe.
Is Dunsborough Beach Lodge located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.08 miles away from the center of Dunsborough.
Are any cleaning services offered at Dunsborough Beach Lodge?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.