🇦🇺 Mildura, Australia
Sunraysia Backpackers
📍 441, Deakin Avenue, Mildura, 3500
Your stay — Sunraysia Backpackers
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Sunraysia Backpackers, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd floor or higher) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may be more prone to street noise from Deakin Avenue. Additionally, rooms on the north side of the hotel may receive more natural light and views of the surrounding area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the constant traffic may be disturbing. Also, rooms near the service entrance may experience noise from delivery and staff activity.
Best views
Rooms on the south side of the hotel (3rd floor and above) may offer views of the surrounding streets and buildings.
Quietest floors
2nd floor and above
🔊 Noise notes
Deakin Avenue can be busy, especially during peak tourist season, and noise from the street may carry into lower floor rooms.
Insider tips
Take advantage of the hotel's location and walk along Deakin Avenue to explore the nearby shops and restaurants. If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider booking a room with a kitchenette to save money on food expenses.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Sunraysia Backpackers
Free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Serves all floors, no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices
24/7 check-in, early bag-drop available from 7am, late check-out until 12pm (AUD $20 fee applies after)
Available in the lobby; AUD $5 per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair accessible entrance and rooms, no structural limitations
On-site parking available; AUD $10 per night, or nearby public car park at Deakin Avenue Car Park (AUD $20 per day); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: AUD $20 advance deposit + AUD $50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses (981 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Annunciation of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Seventh Day Adventist Church (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Mildura Central — 503 m · ~6 min walk
Green Pines Park — 708 m · ~9 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 143 m · ~2 min walk
Chemist Warehouse — 333 m · ~4 min walk
OTR — 137 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Australian Dollar, AUD
Change money at banks or post offices in Mildura; avoid airport and tourist bureaux for poor rates.
Cards widely accepted; contactless and mobile pay common in most shops and cafes.
Not expected; round up for good service in restaurants, but no obligation for taxis or hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A basic takeaway flat white or long black costs around AUD 4.00.
A sandwich or wrap from a bakery or deli counter is about AUD 10–12.
A pub main or pizza from a takeaway runs AUD 18–22.
No designated street-food zone; takeaway outlets and bakery counters in the city centre are the go-to for cheap eats.
Coles and Woolworths (both in city centre) are the main budget supermarkets; Aldi is on Fifteenth Street.
Target and Kmart in the Mildura Shopping Centre for basics; op shops (thrift stores) along Deakin Avenue for bargains.
The town is walkable; a daily bus pass (Sunraysia Transit) is about AUD 5.60. From the airport, a taxi into town is roughly AUD 20–25; budget option is a pre-booked shuttle (around AUD 15).
1. Buy groceries from Aldi or Coles for picnic supplies rather than eating out. 2. Use the free electric bike share (Mildura Bike Share) for short trips. 3. Fill up water bottles at public taps; tap water is perfectly safe and free.
Good to know — Mildura
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$1 ≈ A$1.44 · AUD
Emergency Contacts
MilduraTriple Zero (000) is the national emergency number for police, ambulance, and fire. For non-urgent police assistance, call 131 444. For health advice, call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84). For SES flood/storm help, dial 132 500.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Mildura, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Sunraysia Backpackers
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 143 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Chemist Warehouse — 333 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Indulge Apartments → Mildura city centre
💡 Rides to Langtree Mall or train station cost around $10–12. Ask driver for local restaurant recs — many are ex-horticulture workers with good intel.
Ontario Ave (stop near Indulge Apartments) → Mildura Railway Station
💡 This route loops the outskirts — sit on the left for river views after San Mateo Ave. Grab a MyBus card from the visitor centre on Deakin Ave for easier tap-on.
Mildura Airport (MQL) → Indulge Apartments, Ontario Ave
💡 Book ahead if your flight lands late — rank can be quiet after 9pm. Cash or card accepted.
Mildura Airport (MQL) → Ontario Ave (stop near Indulge Apartments)
💡 Bus runs via Deakin Ave — get off at 'Ontario Ave / Deakin Ave' stop, then it's a 4-min walk north. No Sunday service; use taxi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Sunraysia Backpackers?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd floor or higher) for a quieter stay, as the lower floors may be more prone to street noise from Deakin Avenue. Additionally, rooms on the north side of the hotel may receive more natural light and views of the surrounding area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Sunraysia Backpackers?
Avoid rooms near the lift, as the constant traffic may be disturbing. Also, rooms near the service entrance may experience noise from delivery and staff activity.
Is Sunraysia Backpackers noisy?
Deakin Avenue can be busy, especially during peak tourist season, and noise from the street may carry into lower floor rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Sunraysia Backpackers?
Rooms on the south side of the hotel (3rd floor and above) may offer views of the surrounding streets and buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Sunraysia Backpackers?
Take advantage of the hotel's location and walk along Deakin Avenue to explore the nearby shops and restaurants. If you're planning to stay for an extended period, consider booking a room with a kitchenette to save money on food expenses.
What time is check-in at Sunraysia Backpackers?
Check-in at Sunraysia Backpackers is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Sunraysia Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Free, 100 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Sunraysia Backpackers?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Sunraysia Backpackers?
A sandwich or wrap from a bakery or deli counter is about AUD 10–12.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Sunraysia Backpackers?
The town is walkable; a daily bus pass (Sunraysia Transit) is about AUD 5.60. From the airport, a taxi into town is roughly AUD 20–25; budget option is a pre-booked shuttle (around AUD 15).
Top Attractions in Mildura
💡 Pick up the 'Mildura Walk Yourself Healthy' map – it details a free 2.5 km circuit of public art and historic buildings starting from the centre.
💡 Walk east along the river from the shopping district in the late afternoon – you'll see dozens of rainbow lorikeets come in to roost. Bring water and a hat, shade is patchy.
💡 Check the website for 'Free First Saturday' – they often tie in a free workshop or curator talk. The gallery's cafe sells decent coffee and has river glimpses.
💡 Pack a picnic and sit under the big pepper tree near the dam – it's quiet midweek. Tastings are cheap (about $5) but you don't need to pay to enjoy the view.
💡 Go at dawn or dusk – the mob of western grey kangaroos is often feeding on the open floodplain. Take insect repellent, and don't rely on phone reception beyond the turn-off.