I have been to Manly Backpackers several times over the years and I enjoy it more and more each time I go. It is one of the cheaper backpackers in the area but it is so much fun! There is a little courtyard where there is a bbq vending machines and tables where you can relax with a few beers. You meet all kinds of people from all over the world there and its fascinating listening to their stories of travels etc. It is fairly close to the Corso (shopping drag) and close to manly whalf. If you're up for fun and good times here is the place to be! Most of the tours operated in the area will pick you up from here as well. They also have tourist brochures/info/tours that you can take to read