Perched by the ocean, The Island Accommodation - YHA Phillip Island offers a relaxed vibe with a rooftop terrace and big wave cafe serving up breakfast to kids' meals. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy free self parking, bike rentals for island explorations and express check-in/check-out for seamless convenience.
10-12 Phillip Island Tourist Road, Newhaven, VIC, 3925
What's nearby
Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Woolamai Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
San Remo Coastal Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Churchill Island Marine National Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 107 min drive
Hastings Station - 63 min drive
Bittern Station - 66 min drive
Morroadoo Station - 68 min drive
Restaurants
San Remo Fishermans Co-Op - 20 min walk
Phillip Island Panny's Chocolate Factory - 15 min walk
Tides of Rhyll - 12 min drive
The Haven Cafe - 1 min walk
Bang Bang - 3 min drive
About this property
The Island Accommodation
Take in the views from the rooftop terrace when you stay at The Island Accommodation. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the big wave cafe, which serves breakfast and lunch.
At a glance
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Hotel size
31 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Computer station
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
1 building/tower
Rooftop terrace
Television in common areas
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Special features
Dining
The big wave cafe - This café serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
Also known as
Island Accommodation Hostel Newhaven
Island Accommodation Newhaven
The Accommodation Newhaven
The Island Accommodation Hostel
The Island Accommodation Newhaven
The Island Accommodation YHA Phillip Island
The Island Accommodation Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does The Island Accommodation offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Island Accommodation does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Island Accommodation?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Island Accommodation?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island Accommodation?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Island Accommodation and nearby?
Have fun with activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course.
What's the area around The Island Accommodation like?
The Island Accommodation is a short 6-minute walk from Phillip Island Coastal Reserve and 14 minutes' walk from Phillip Island Chocolate Factory.
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Reviews
The Island Accommodation Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Location
8.0
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 7, 2026
was very helpful staff and very clean place and very nice location
balsam antar
balsam antar, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
The room was really clean, toilets were spotless, free parking, and great service. Definitely recommend this property
Carla
Carla, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2026
no individual bathroom in the rooms otherwise all good
sepideh
sepideh, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2023
Perfect accommodation for 30 on a budget, kitchens and lounge areas are great, pillows were a bit thin but overall a success for our needs
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2024
Easy to book and check in, staff were helpful
Breakfast kitchen could open earlier but that’s not a major issue
Charlie
Charlie, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2023
Great experience
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 3, 2023
It was fine for a short stay - some minor inconveniences like lift and drink dispenser not working, but otherwise really fine.
We took the private rooms with ensuite facilities and would recommend the place to my fellow travellers.
Simon
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2024
Manager was extremely helpful and kind. Only thing we didn’t like was how noisy the doors closing was but after 10pm we were dead asleep and didn’t hear anything.
Ellen
Ellen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2022
LOL
Cheeky Receptionist
Stephanie L
Stephanie L, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2024
The stay was good and the service was very helpful. Just that it would have been better if we had some table in the room to place our valuables as everything had to be placed on the floor. It was quiet inconvenient. But the games room was entertaining , the kitchen was wonderful and we were not aware of the shared bathroom it was our first time booking but it was just one night and five rooms had a set of bathrooms that made it easy for us to be able to use it at our convenience. We had a enjoyable stay and safe. Thank you YHA staff and management.
Sabrina
Sabrina, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 26, 2023
Siamo arrivati in struttura a mezzanotte e abbiamo trovato la nostra camera occupata da altre persone. Non una scusa ne uno sconto . Non si possono fare conti separati
Alessia
Alessia, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2023
Günstiges Hotel für 1-2 Tage
Roman
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 19, 2022
It was closed to everything.
Alexis
Alexis, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Jan 15, 2022
no independent bathroom, not suitable for family
Lei
Lei, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2021
I liked the position of the property and the well fitted out amenities
I didn't like not having wifi
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 18, 2021
Hard beds and false Queen bed
POSITIVES
-Lady at front desk was helpful and friendly with advice on things to do there
-Kitchen had good facilities
NEGATIVES
-extremely overpriced at $135 a night for me and my girlfriend.
-Bed was hard and difficult to sleep all night
-noisy with a loud droning of machinery, like a generator that could - be heard all night outside window when closed
-kitchen was meant to be closed at 1045 but 18 year olds were there talking loud and smoking at 12 midnight. Which also meant smoke was coming through my window when I had it slightly open
-paid for Queen but was given two twins hare single beds pushed together
-beds were hard and not comfortable
-wifi didn't work at all
-lifts were turned off at night. Probably to save electricity
-no one was at reception after 6pm
-poorly designed blinds in room had gaps on the sides meaning the sunlight was bright and woke me up from sunrise
-TV was unbranded and tiny at around 50cm long. Probably the smallest I've ever seen
-location far from restaurants in cowes
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2020
I Loved the place and the facilities provided .it was great for kids to play
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2020
Very relaxed atmosphere. Great facilities. Great location
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 24, 2020
Good location, great communal cooking & lounge facilities. Rooms clean and beds were comfortable
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2019
Nice backpackers close to SAN Remo. Cafe below was expensive for a backpackers.
Anon
Anon, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 8, 2018
Best hostel stay for my trip
It was the best hostel stay for my trip as i compared it to the other 4 that i stayed in.
:Pros
- friendly staff
- towels rent available
- proper and comfortable room size, 2 double decker beds with a toilet in the room.
- only hostel that has a wall mounted heater provided.
- shared tv room and lounge available
- fully equipped kitchen with decent and proper storing area for food items.
:Cons
- self making of bed and pillow sheets
- no convenience store around the area, closes on is a 15mins drive
- night time the area surrounding the hostel is dead, no car and you are screwed (lucky I rented one), no taxi or uber avaliable as i have checked for fun so if you are hungry than your best option is to sleep thru the night.
Stayed this hostel to catch the Penguin Parade. Cheap and good hostel.
Brandon
Brandon, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jun 12, 2018
Great stay, I didn't notice it was a family hostel when I booked. Location wise, it's barely on Phillip Island, but again my fault for not researching.
Staff were lovely, the queen sized bed was so comfy!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 3, 2018
Auberge de jeunesse agréable
J'ai séjourné dans un dortoir mixte de 4 personnes avec sa salle de bain privée. Propre, calme dans les couloirs et les chambres. Dispose d'un parking gratuit. Proche des activités (Penguin parade à 20 min en voiture environ, plages,...). Possibilité d'arrivée tardive. Cuisine équipée.
Fanny
Fanny, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 18, 2018
性價比很不錯的住宿
第一次體驗與其他人共用煮食的地方,挺熱鬧的.
以後會多入住此類型住宿
ting fuk richard
ting fuk richard, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 28, 2018
Happy with the stay. Convenient and good location.