This is the cleanest and friendliest backpackers we have ever been in. We had booked into Koala's and were appalled at the place and the rude staff. Next Backpackers was the polar opposite - the staff were so helpful and friendly. We booked a double ensuite which was cheaper than Koala's and a hundred times cleaner. The hostel is modern... more

Next Backpackers is a VERY clean hostel. Its brand new and has an awesome kitchen and all new appliances and technology. The room was very nice, but they only give you one sheet to sleep with which is unfortunate in winter. We were put in a room on the ground floor and at 2:00 in the morning people were being... more

I just had to come online to tell everyone what an amazing stay I had here .Firstly it was very reasonably priced, especially for the standards the hostel is up to. The staff were unbelieveably helpful and friendly, alot of the time going out of there way to satisfy your needs. We went as a big group to Fraiser island... more

If you are going to Hervey Bay, stay at this backpackers. Only opened in August 2006 it is the cleanest and most friendly place I have stayed in the whole of Australia! Spottless and quiet rooms, great facilities such as high speed internet, large screen TV's and a kitchen and hangout area. It is the BEST! more