Backpacking Penola, backpacker hostels, accommodation and budget travel information

If you are planning to backpack Penola, then this page provides information on the backpacker hostel located here. The page also provides a description of Penola, information on how to get here and contact details of the local visitor information centre.

Penola is a historic town located at the southern end of the Coonawarra/Penola wine district just under 400 km from Adelaide and 50 km from Mt Gambier. North of the town lies the famous terra rossa soils which have produced excellent red wines for the last century. The town is also famous for being the central location in the life of Mary McKillop, Australia's first saint.

There are great opportunities for backpackers to work in the surrounding vineyards of Penola and Eagles Nest Accommodation provides backpacker dormitory style accommodation for those wishing to work or enjoy the area.

Eagles Nest provides dormitory and own room accommodation for short and long term stays. They are located in the heart of Penola, South Australia and make a great base for those wanting to work or explore the nearby wineries.

Accommodation starts from $25 a night for a dormitory room and many facilities are provided. Longer stay rates are also available.

Eagles Nest Accommodation
9 John St
Penola, South Australia 5277
Phone: 0413 512 559