3 Hostels in Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia

About Apollo Bay

The picturesque village of Apollo Bay quietly and impressively sits just over 2 hours southwest of one of Australia’s most loved cities, Melbourne. Backpackers who want to explore The Great Ocean Road, Apollo Bay is indeed worthy of a visit. Spend days exploring the Otway Ranges, beach hopping, trying local delicacies and admiring the gorgeous scenery.

Choose between a couple of Apollo Bay hostels that are located around the village centre, allowing great access to exploring the village via foot. Most hostels in Apollo Bay have both dorms and private rooms. Make new friends in the hostel bar and hang out together in the communal areas.

Apollo Bay is a compact little village. Wherever you choose stay, your Apollo Bay hostel will be close to the seaside as well as the town centre. Check out the reviews from other backpackers to find the most suitable hostel for you!

While you’re in town there’s a fair bit of exploring to do in this seaside village! Surrounded by stunning scenery and sporting extremely inviting beaches, enjoy your time soaking up with the Aussie sun on the beach, ride the waves surfing or try to catch some dinner fishing. You’ll also find a variety of cafes and pubs scattered around. Not to mention the village is known for its fishing industry, aka treat yourself and get your hands on some of the local tasty seafood! Backpackers seeking a day of adventure, take a trip to Otway Ranges, where you’ll be immersed in a world of waterfalls and forests.

Getting around Apollo Bay is easily done on foot, with a range of walks and picnic areas to explore too. Should your feet get weary, hiring a bike is a great way to explore the village too. To explore further out why not gather your new hostel mates and hire a car for the day or hop on a tour!