McLaren Vale to get new hostel

South Australia's McLaren Vale will have a new backpackers hostel next August next after being approved by Onkaparinga Council. Barossa Backpackers owner Derry Geber said the proposed development, to be called McLaren Vale Backpackers, will provide 72 beds, have a reception open every day and include staff members on site at all times for security.

"During vintage there is no accommodation whatsoever for backpackers and with illegal camping having been an issue in the past, I wanted to be able to do something positive for the area," Mr Geber said.

Mr Geber said the hostel would benefit the region's popularity and its tourism and employment opportunities. "Backpackers choose ¬McLaren Vale and the south because it is unique - they get the best of both worlds with the fantastic wine and the beach so close," he said.

Source: AccomNews, 9 December 2013