Hostel

YHA Apollo Bay Eco

9.5Superb(617)

Apollo Bay, AustraliaView map1.14km from city centre

5+ staying
Sustainability certified
Free WiFi
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Situated just one street away from the Great Ocean Road, this environmentally friendly hostel features a rooftop terrace, 2 self-catering communal kitchens, BBQ facilities and an organic herb garden.

YHA Apollo Bay Eco is a 2-minute walk from restaurants and cafes in Apollo Bay town centre. It is a 45-minute drive to Cape Otway Lighthouse and a 90-minute drive to the Twelve Apostles.

Guests have access to shared dining areas, communal living areas and recently refurbished bathrooms. Free on-site parking is provided.

A variety of accommodation is available, all offer shared bathroom facilities, heating, individual lockers (in shared rooms) and bed lights.

Apollo Bay coach terminal is just 200 metres away.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 19:00

Check Out

until 10:00

Age Restriction
Child Friendly
Non Smoking
Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free Parking
Free WiFi
Bicycle Parking
Adaptors
Jobs Board
Luggage Storage
Tours/Travel Desk
Postal Service

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Reviews

9.5Superb(617)

Value for Money
9.5
Security
9.5
Atmosphere
8.8
Cleanliness
9.3
Staff
10.0
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.5

Summary of traveller reviews

YHA Apollo Bay Eco is a highly-rated hostel, praised for its excellent location close to the main street and beach. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional cleanliness and the friendly, helpful staff. The well-equipped kitchen and comfortable communal areas, including a rooftop, are also popular features. It's ideal for solo travellers and those on the Great Ocean Road trip.

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Stayed in Oct 2026

9.7

Thea

Female, 31-40, England

It's a great stay along the Great Ocean Road drive. Easy to find and easy to wander around the town from. Staff were also incredibly helpful.

Stayed in Oct 2026

8.6

Anonymous

Female, 25-30, England

A good option for a stop on the Great Ocean Road. Pretty basic facilities and the showers weren't the best but did the job. Also there were no plugs next to the bunks in the dorms, which was a little inconvenient. Overall a nice friendly place and a great location.

Stayed in Jun 2026

9.4

Rita

Female, 18-24, Finland

very clean, staff was nice and during winter time the heater in the room was amazing! I had a lovely stay during great ocean road trip!

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Location

5 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay, Australia

1.1km from city centre

About Apollo Bay

7.1Very Good(29 Reviews)

Activities

8.2

Eating out

7.2

Shopping

6.0

Chilling out

8.8

Transport

5.5

Sightseeing

8.6

Culture

7.0

Nightlife

5.5

Value for Money

7.2

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. For 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 sceneries.

Choose between a couple of Apollo Bay hostels that are located around the village centre, allowing great access to exploring the village via foot. You’ll find an Apollo Bay hostel which is ECO certified located along the Great Ocean Road. It boasts excellent facilities like a sunny roof terrace kitted out with a BBQ for those warm, summer nights. Or how about a surfer’s paradise with direct beach access and buzzing social areas with pool tables?

Apollo Bay backpackers with a love for the great outdoors can unwind and relax among nature in the rainforests of the Otway Ranges. If you’re more of a beach bum, there are hostels right on the coast that’ll get you from bunk to bed in minutes. If you prefer to be central, Apollo Bay has a small but mighty town centre with shops, a gallery and a bustling market on Saturdays.

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, ride the waves surfing or grab a rod and try to catch some dinner. You’ll also find a variety of cafes and pubs scattered around. Not to mention the village is known for its fishing industry - 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!