YHA Port Elliot Beach House

We stayed at YHA Port Elliot and everything was fantastic. The reception was very kind to us as we didn't have a reservation and they really cared about accommodating us. The hostel facilities are very good, clean and tidy bedrooms.The view from the hostel to the sea is wonderful. I would definitely stay here again.

Very cute and clean hostel right by the ocean! It‘s in a beautiful old building and is definitely well taken care off. There‘s a beach right next to it and walking/biking trails are close by! Absolutely worth a stay!

Very clean, tidy and good vibe place. Bedroom is warm, which is good, considering it was cold whether. The kitchen is very well equipped. I really recommend! 😊

Lovely hostel, and so are the people running it. Ended up extending my stay for a few nights. The location is fantastic, the whole place is very clean and the common areas are cozy. You can easily walk into town or watch the sunrise from here. Plenty of parking either in the back or on the street in front. Will be looking forward to booking another stay here eventually.

Lots of men chasing weird balls around in Adelaide put the price of accommodation through the roof, so decided to make a return visit to Port Elliot YHA. So glad I did. Obviously it is in a lovely spot, with a great view of the water from the balcony and just up the road from the cafes and bars of town.

I had a shared bathroom double room - from it, I could look out at the other beach west of the hostel. The building has been renovated and is looking great. Internet was working fine. There's a nice outdoor deck to the rear, a games room of some sort and a kitchen dining area - there was a big school group using it the night I was in, so don't know much about it.

I would recommend this stay to anyone travelling to Port Elliot and surrounding areas!
I immediately felt at home, welcomed with a smile and good conversation. The house is clean, tidy and has so much history tied to it!
The walk around the bay/water was absolutely beautiful!

I felt completely at home here ❤

Clean, friendly staff, great amenities and close to walking trail along the ocean front. Ensuite room very comfortable with nice coastal views - small but good value. Especially impressed with recycling bins for everything you could think of, a real commitment to our environment. Would definitely stay again.

This is a gorgeous place to stay. Trevor and Ahlia (and Giles of course) have such a calm and welcoming energy, they make it feel like home. The location is fantastic, just footsteps from several beaches, the bustling coffee shops and vintage shops. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here, thank you!

Lovely place to stay. Clean and comfortable rooms (I stayed in both shared and private rooms). Well-equipped shared kitchen, and big enough. Guest care is excellent (thanks Jill & Graham!). The location is great. The view on the ocean from the balconies, and the nearby beach and walking paths make is wonderful place to spend a romantic weekend, or to get away from a busy life for a few days.

Port Elliot YHA would have to be the best hostel I've visited in Australia (so far)! The managers Jill and Graham treat their guests with kindness and empathy. The location is beautiful, and the building communal areas are fantastic! I can understand why many of the guests I spoke to had visited this hostel multiple times, the Beach House felt like a genuine family.
During my stay I was unlucky enough to get severe food poisoning from a nearby restaurant. I asked if there was possibly a private room I could switch to so I wouldn't keep waking my roommates with constant bathroom visits. Jill went above and beyond and gave me a room for the night free of charge even though I insisted on paying the difference. I cannot thank her enough.
Anytime I'm back visiting Port Elliot, it's a no-brainer where I'll be staying.

Spent one night here. Everything is spot on. Kitchen is shared and it is kept very clean and tidy. Spacious living area. Walking distance to the bay 😍 Staff is very friendly. Definitely gonna visit again.

One of the best hostels in Australia I’ve been to so far! Friendly owners, comfortable rooms and well equipped kitchenette. There is a few nice lounge rooms and the location in great. We could see the beach out of our window room. Pretty awesome spot for young and old, backpackers, families and couples!

The management here is fabulous! You get a warm welcome, a stunning view and free eggs courtesy of the chickens. The Beach House is a stone's throw from the beach and kept wonderfully clean by the staff and guests alike. Can't wait to visit again!

Where should we even start writing about our experience at the YHA Beach House in Port Elliot?

Maybe with Alia & Trevor. Hosts and Managers of this magnificent place. Open-minded, caring, funny, adventurous and helpful. It clearly became a home away from home because of these guys. And then there’s Mr. Giles. The cutest Baby you’ll meet in the Southern Hemisphere. That’s for sure!

There’s plenty to see and do in Port Elliot: From Bodysurfing in Horseshoe Bay, relaxing at Lady’s Bay or watching incredible sunsets over at Knights Beach. Spotting dolphins and seals in the ocean & maybe you’ll see whales over at the infamous Chicken run. You can’t miss a stroll through the famous Strand, the one street who has it all: Cute cafés, vintage stores or hip designer fashion. The best of them all is the Bakery. Get yourself a loaf of sourdough bread, a strawberry tart and thank us later. 😍

Just a short bike ride away is Middleton, perfect for beginners surfing. Victor Harbor has a super cute cinema and you might be lucky to see some penguins on the island.

Go to this very special place. It has something you will never regret and cherish forever.

Thanks again for everything Alia, Trevor & Giles. You’ll be forever in our hearts!! 🤍

This place has lovely old fashioned character and charm, and it has been restored to really good condition at great expense. We had a free bbq too which was really nice. If you are into scuba diving it's within an hour's drive of Rapid Bay and Port Noarlunga, and very close to Victor Harbour. And of course being a yha, it is affordable for the common person.

This hostel is by far one of the best I have ever stayed. Lovely setting, sparkly clean and very relaxed atmosphere. The kind and helpful hosts make you feel like home. Would recommend this place to anyone who's near Adelaide and feels like escaping the city for a nice time on a dreamy beach.

This hotel is for me the best hostel where I've never been by far. It is located 10 meters from the beach. It is very relaxing and cosy hostel. Everything is very clean. The kitchen has all the necessary equipment. The garden is great with a vegetable patch, and a barbecue. The rooms are very clean and some have sea views. Beds are very comfortable. The bathrooms are also very clean and functional. The common areas are very large and you can eat while having a view of the sea. There are board games, guitars etc. you can't get bored. I have met amazing people here. Everything is done to have a great stay. I used to travel and stay in a lot of hostels and this one is really great. And the best is obviously the managers of the hostel Jill and Graham who will take care of you during your stay. They really know port elliot and the surroundings. They will be there if you need help, their welcoming is perfect. Thank you so much Jill and Graham, I had an incredible stay here in Port Elliot. If you are still hesitate, go there you will not regret it, you will feel at home and the atmosphere is incredible.

Amazing joint for backpackers. We were looking for a place to stay and could only find a room here and the backpacker experience was good for 1 night. The hosts are super friendly and will help you with all the info you need about the area. Lovely location and can see lots of things.

This is the best hostel I’ve ever stayed, like living with a family not just a hostel. I love the nice beach view and the big backyard. Jill & Graham are so friendly and welcoming, Jill introduced me the cafe around and the best place to visit in Port Elliot. Thank you for helping me very nice experience with everyone in here!

Beautiful place! From the balcony you can see the océan. Owners are friendly. Rooms are clean. Place very relax.