Brackley Beach Hostel

Prince Edward Island


For near-the-beach budget digs you won't find better than this clean and super-friendly hostel housed in a big barn about 2km from the shoreline. There are several eight-bed dorm rooms, plus a few private doubles and family-size rooms, as well as plenty of showers, a game room and an equipped kitchen.


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