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But this award-winning hostel really goes the extra mile, with free pick up from the train station and a 'travel agency' for booking tours and surfing trips at cheap rates. The super-friendly staff will even help with finding a job on your travels!

The private rooms are like trendy loft apartments, but the amazing bar and cafe 'Birdee Num Num' comes as standard, with Sunday BBQ 'sessions', live music most nights, and an outdoor heated pool for late-night pool parties.

The best bit about this hostel? The on-site spa for a spot of pampering - a welcome to weary backpackers everywhere after weeks on the road.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/21893 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19933
Cheap it is not, but it's worth the stay. I also have to mention that the entrance to the hotel is... amazing!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/19933 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13785 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13785 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9957
Ideal for those fans looking to take a bit of a break from the hardcore backpacker trail. For a couple of days, Straddie has miles of fantastic beaches, several top watering holes and a unique laid back atmosphere that you won't find elsewhere.

Accomodation is plentiful and reasonably cheap and it is well worth hiring a 4WD, although not essential, to get around the many 4WD tracks and go up and down the miles of beaches to find your perfect spot.

UK visitors will find the natural charm of the island a revelation although be careful swimming as there was a fatal shark attack off Amity Point in 2005.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9957