Swansea Backpackers

no power socket next to the bed, no wifi in the rooms, small & squeaky beds. seems like a lot of workers live there which gives it a weird vibe. also quite pricy but not a lot of options in that area.

Not recommended for families! Staff has harassed our kids for wanting to play with the toys in the shared area (such as a broken old Ukulele). At the same time, loud music until 1am is tolerated. When I complained to staff, they assaulted me, standing into my face, shouting, suggesting this place is for backpackers and that we should leave if I don’t like it. When I refused to, they called the police (which laughed it off of course, I already paid, but left anyway). Kids got very anxious. Totally not worth it, especially the hefty price you pay for a place with dirty, broken, and rundown facilities (Toilet leaking, showers disgusting, used sanitary products from previous guests in our room). To be avoided!

Forever in my heart 💚 I’m Logan, I lived almost 3 months in Swansea Backpackers and I had a very good Life. As a backpackers, it could be long and complicated to stay in the same place for few months, especially when it’s so quiet and without car, but I had a very good times and the owner, Chris, is a good Man. The place is safe and beautiful. The areas are clean and cute. And the housekeepers are very lovely and helpful ! I reckon, a ripper of a Hostel Mate !

Friendly, affordable, really helpful host. Clean. Big communal area with roaring fire in winter. Would love to stay again.

We stayed one night in our caravan, unpowered, grassed site. Great value at $25 per night for 2 people. Very clean amenities. Bottle shop, cafe and tavern on site. Close to all that Swansea has to offer - walk to town and beaches. Wineries a short drive away.

Friendly staff,great location and a IGA within a 5 minute walk and a bar/bakery next door have rebook to return

I have been at this hostel a couple of times and would definitely go back. The rooms are affordable, the shared spaces (kitchen, bathroom, living room) are extra clean. The staff is really nice and responsive.

Thanks for the great stay at Swansea Backpackers. Chris does a great job looking after the place and making us feel welcome.