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Kangaroo Island YHA

33 Middle Terrace, Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5222, Australia
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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Great clean and trusting hostel! Close to the beach and shop/pub etc. No deposits for towels, crockery etc. Libby was very helpful with advice on what to do and where to eat and always enquiring about our day. Penneshaw is very quiet in April!

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 12, 2013

I and my wife stayed here for 2 nights as part of 3D2N Kangaroo Island Highlights Day Tour package by SeaLink. We topped up the package for the private dormitory with ensuite i.e. we have the whole bunk to ourselves with our own bathroom. Basically it’s a no frills accommodation, but to us, it was good enough considering the price... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

The hostel is in a former motel, conventiently located (be aware that there's no public transport on kangaroo island). The service was nice, also the design o the common areas. A big con was the roomthougj. We askes for a twin room. What we got (for much more than two bess in a dorm), was a room hadly any larger... More

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 17, 2012

100m from the ferry terminal this 1960s style building is superbly located for Penneshaw and exploring the island. Clean and comfy dorm style rooms with en-suite we shared 1 room with two friends yet it could easily have slept 8 people. Close to the Penguin Center, Beach and a playground and 10 minutes walk to a supermarket, the local pub... More

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Willunga, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2012

Nice and close to the Sealink Ferry, all seemed clean and tidy, Kitchen good for a backpackers, and only a short walk to an excellent beach. Hotel, Cafe and takeaway close by but don't expect too much night life.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 12, 2012

I arrived at night after a stormy ferry passage to be greeted by friendly Helen on reception who was very welcoming. As I was travelling off peak I was lucky enough to have the whole female dorm to myself! It was really spacious and neat and so great to snuggle up under a warm duvet! The YHA is located right... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 10, 2012 via mobile

This hostel is not flash but it's got everything you need. It had a comfortable atmosphere and the manager was very friendly and helpful. A hop away from the beach and the local supermarket.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2012 via mobile

As other travellers said, we reserved a double ensuite and got a bunk room with one double bunk, which is not quite very cosy. But it was quiet and clean. And Helen, the owner, was really kind with us and good fun. We stayed three nights, one day we had a tour and the next it was raining,so we stayed... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2012

Super Clean. Quiet. Helpful and friendly front desk (Thanks Libby and Helen). Across the street from the beach and ferry terminal. Grocery around the corner. You will need to hire a car. Laundry and well equipped kitchen. A nice retreat and cheap internet

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Melbourne, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

We needed to stay in Penneshaw for our last night in the island as we were taking the ferry early the following morning. I had quite a shock when attempting to book accommodation over the internet. Everything was totally overpriced...apart from the YHA, which offered a family room for a reasonnable price. I was slightly worried about it during the... More

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Address: 33 Middle Terrace, Penneshaw, Kangaroo Island, South Australia 5222, Australia
Region: Australia > South Australia > Kangaroo Island > Penneshaw
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Ranked #3 of 6 Specialty lodging in Penneshaw
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