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Fraser Island Retreat

Postan St, Happy Valley, Fraser Island, Queensland 4581, Australia (Formerly Fraser Island Backpackers)
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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

I actually went a few years ago but wasnt a member then. Great place, i went on my own but there were lots of people on their own too so it was fine and you soon get chatting to people. Fantastic experience and would recommend to others.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2010

Went on a tour with the Fraser Island Company and stayed at Fraser Island Backpackers (at Happy Valley). We were two people in a lodge that could sleep four (one queen size bed and two single beds). The room was pretty basic, only the beds, a few lockers (to lock things if there are more people sharing) and a fan.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2009

I stayed in Happy Valley on a Fraser Island Tour run by the Fraser Island Company. The lodge we occupied sleeps 4, but luckily there was only 2 of us in the room. All lodges were en suite and they were in a gated development, so no one not sleeping there could access the area. The beds were comfy and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2009

The Backpacker staff was incredibly helpful and nice. The rooms are no frills but you will want to spend your time driving on the beach and hiking through the rain forests and sand dunes to the fresh water lakes. There is a full service restaurant and bar, and although comfortable and pleasant, it's mostly there for utility dining and drinking,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2008

We stayed for 5 nights at the Fraser Island Wilderness Retreat, and had a fantastic time. We had a lodge overlooking the pool. The lodge was a large room with double bed, lounge & TV, and kitchen; with a separate bathroom and a small verandah. The lodge had a fan, which was adequate cooling for the weather at the time.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 July 2011
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Also Known As:
Fraser Island Backpackers Hotel Fraser Island
Fraser Island Backpackers Hotel
Address: Postan St, Happy Valley, Fraser Island, Queensland 4581, Australia (Formerly Fraser Island Backpackers)
Region: Australia > Queensland > Fraser Island
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Parking Children Activities Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 3 B&Bs / Inns in Fraser Island
Price Range: ££

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