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22 hostels

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17 hostels

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15 hostels

Rockhampton

5 hostels

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5 hostels

Hervey Bay

4 hostels

Agnes Water

4 hostels

Townsville

3 hostels

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3 hostels

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3 hostels

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Travellers Oasis

Cairns

Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns, opposite the Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns train station, Travellers Oasis presents an inviting accommodation option featuring an outdoor...

Y
Yannick
From
Belgium
Super cozy village vibes with friendly staff friendly people Rainshower outside <3 Alot of relaxing salons to relax and wake up with coffee
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,658 reviews
Price from
US$88.53
1 night, 2 adults

Dreamtime Hostel

Cairns

Dreamtime is an award winning hostel with a difference. We offer travellers a safe, peaceful & cosy place to stay. We are not a party hostel.

D
Dorota
From
Poland
It truely is a place for dreatime traveller's rest! Arguably the best hostel I have ever stayed in. It is peaceful, there are plenty if kitchens and bathrooms to use, so never crowded, even at the weekend. Common areas are pretty and well set, bed comfortable. All you need!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
Price from
US$73.78
1 night, 2 adults

Bounce Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach

Situated in Airlie Beach, Bounce Airlie Beach has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is set 4.3 km from Whitsunday Art Gallery.

C
Carolina
From
Portugal
Bounce Hostel in Airlie Beach was the highlight of my trip — clean, social, and perfectly located! What truly made it special was Emir, who went above and beyond every single day. Super friendly, always smiling, and quick to solve any request with ease, he made everyone feel at home. If you're heading to Airlie, this is the place to stay — and make sure to say hi to Emir!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$125.95
1 night, 2 adults

Halse Lodge Noosa Heads

Noosa Heads

Halse Lodge Noosa Heads features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Noosa Heads.

S
Sal
From
Netherlands
Best dorm experience in Australia. Beds have good mattresses, a curtain for your privacy, there’s a small light, outlets for electricity and usb. Your own closet with a lock. And the dorm has an airco. Besides that the showers and toilets are new, clean and work perfectly. There’s a good kitchen. There a multiple relax areas. The cafe and restaurant have good food, nice drinks and it’s always busy. The location is ideal, walk in just a few minutes to the beach, the national park, the main street and the ferry jetty. Staff is really friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
Price from
US$128.54
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Podstel

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Attractively situated in Gold Coast, Tequila Sunrise Podstel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

W
Wayne
From
Guernsey
Good value, clean, modern, location, great staff - everything you want when booking a hostel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,075 reviews
Price from
US$48.88
1 night, 2 adults

Abode Mooloolaba, Backpackers & Motel rooms

Mooloolaba

Abode Mooloolaba, Backpackers & Motel rooms has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Mooloolaba.

R
Roberto
From
Chile
Great service and room for the price
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,508 reviews
Price from
US$104.93
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Well located in the centre of Gold Coast, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

J
Juliet (Junye)
From
Canada
I loved that breakfast and dinner were including. There was an assortment of cereals, yogurts and pancakes for breakfast. Dinner was satisfying and portions are generou Coffee, hot chocolate and tea are always readily available. There was also a lot of privacy for each bunk which is often not the case for most hostels. I am very sensitive to noise when I'm sleeping so I brought ear plugs but honestly didn't need them.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,759 reviews
Price from
US$71.44
1 night, 2 adults

Brisbane Quarters

Spring Hill, Brisbane

Situated in Brisbane and with Streets Beach reachable within 2 km, Brisbane Quarters features an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

S
Samuele
From
Italy
I liked everything of the hostel. The hostel is really clean, the staff really nice and the breakfast included really good. The position is perfect: 5 minutes walking to the central station. I had a great time there. Really recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,010 reviews
Price from
US$88.24
1 night, 2 adults

Bounce Magnetic Island and Koala Park

Horseshoe Bay

Bounce Magnetic Island and Koala Park showcases open-air building designs and communal spaces for guests.

E
Elizabeth
From
South Africa
Clean room. Serene surroundings. Birds and animals (wildlife).
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,255 reviews
Price from
US$52.46
1 night, 2 adults

Civic Guest House

Townsville

Within walking distance from the beach and close to a range of shops, Civic Guest House offers free WiFi.

R
Reginald
From
Australia
Staff very helpful. Room clean. Mattress comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews
Price from
US$45.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$62.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews
Calm and good vibes hostel with privacy on the room. Good destination for every backpackers.
Guest review by
YOANN
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$89.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,514 reviews
Love love love YHA Brisbane. I always stay here whenever I'm in the city. Very clean, safe and not crowded/loud. Facilities and amenities are very good and always clean. The staff are awesome. Great location and absolutely priceless view of the city from the roof top. They have a rooftop bar as well and the cafe at reception does a great coffee. Best Hostel in Brisbane.
Guest review by
Rachel
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$76.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,427 reviews
It was the best hostel experience 🙂 Being in other hostels in Cairns as well, YHA for sure is the best. It’s quiet, mature & clean 🙂 Staff is super cool & other residents very respectful.
Guest review by
Ada Liisa
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 776 reviews
Best hostel in Cairns
Guest review by
aZ_Flyde
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$45.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews
One of the best hostels we’ve ever stayed at. The kitchen is super spacious and you have everything you need (even an air fryer). Rooms are nice and super clean. The patio is nice as well. All staff is beyond, but special mention to Arthur who might have been the best ever in all hotels we’ve ever been to.
Guest review by
Victoria
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$127.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,010 reviews
One of the best hostels I've been to. Staff were so friendly and everyone is really nice. Evening activities were great and common areas were so well equipped and nice. As a solo female traveller I felt very safe. Thank you so much!!
Guest review by
Chloe
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$77.38
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,138 reviews
The staff are lovely, great location, clean kitchen & rooms. All the people I’ve met here are super friendly. Best hostel I’ve stayed at in Brisbane (and I’ve been in almost all of them)
Guest review by
River
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 364 reviews
Best place to stay on Maggie! The dormitory is only 6 people, and all single beds, so no bunk. The kitchen is big and very nice to cook in, and they do recycle! I love the hammocks and the pool. Really best hostel ever. And the owner is so nice, and so is his cutie dog
Guest review by
Salomé
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,841 reviews
In addition to the great location of the hostel, I really enjoyed the kitchen and common area on the top level. It's a great way to connect with people throughout the hostel. They do make sure that the hostel stays safe, asking all backpackers not to bring guests or people from outside.
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Jacqueline
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$81.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,189 reviews
This was the best hostel I’ve been so far. I stayed in the upstairs dorms which are very nice. With just 4/5 beds per room (not bunk beds for once). The building is not new but really nice with great vibes! Everybody was so chill…The common areas are great and the staff is awesome: thanks to Tim, Paul and Chelsea for what they do!
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Vittoria
Solo traveller