was only supossed to stay for 2 day's ended up being there for two weeks . the staff were friendly and helpful . the new managment has done a great job of cleaning the place up . the new kitchen , internet facilities are very convienient. thefrequent trips to town make the out of town location a non issue . i would reccomend you come here and check this place out

Ok, i am actually here at the British Arms backpackers right now using the internet on my second last day. All my buddies are hung-over so i am bored so i figured i would fill you all in on the place. Firstly, i am 19 and came here looking for a cheap place to stay at so i could enjoy surfers paradise, the beach, the theme parks and to party. This, i got and hence the rating of 4/5. If you are looking for something more than a bed to sleep in and a place to put ur stuff (like something classy), i wouldnt bother coming here.

Pros: - Cheap, cheap, cheap. - Bus to surfers and back is free around 5 times a day. - Bed is comfy enough. - Lockers and a safe provided. - Showers and toilets are clean and nice. - Free movies and tv provided.
- Free sports equipment and ping pong available. - McDonalds, Pub and Restaurants are within 100m. - Nightlife is great if you join in. Club crawls and 70's nights etc are very fun! - Internet available, and if ur sneaky enough u can get it for free :) - Kitchen is clean and has everything basically for free, with fridges (but no freezers) provided.

Cons: - No airconditioning in rooms (but fans provided) - Rooms are small with only 2 bunk beds, a bin, mirror, window and 2 power points.
- TV room isnt airconditioned and can get very hot at times! - Staff are pretty useless and can be a bit rude, but dont step on their toes and they wont step on yours. still, they could try to be helpful seeing as u are paying their wages! - Bottleshop downstairs is a bit pricy! - Not allowed cartons of beer in ur room, but its not so bad cause they would just get hot anyway. - not allowed to put alcohol in the fridges provided! we found the best solution was to put coke in the fridge, and buy bottles of bourbon etc.

Summary: I thought it was good and it suited me. Once you get used to the no cartons in ur room, and get settled in, and stop caring that u stink cause ur sweating in ur room whilst u sleep, its quite a good place. I have gotten to know almost everyone over the past week and it has been a fun time for all. If your looking to enjoy surfers by partying... come here!