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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

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4 hostels

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4 hostels

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3 hostels

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Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers - FREE BREAKFAST

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers on the Gold Coast provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool with sun beds and music.

B
Bárbara
From
Portugal
It was very relaxing and there was always a lot of activities every day
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,102 reviews
Price from
US$48.16
1 night, 2 adults

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...

V
Valentin
From
Chile
The facilities and the space of the rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,661 reviews
Price from
US$87.88
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.

N
Nicolette
From
Netherlands
Knotsgezellig, eco friendly, excellent location, plants and veranda
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,186 reviews
Price from
US$73.24
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.

D
Dilan
From
Germany
This place is miles ahead of the other nearby hostels in terms of facilities, cleanliness and customer service. It's just a 5min walk from the main street, secluded enough to get some peace and hear the nature, surrounded by picturesque hills 🌲 Stayed for 2 weeks and always had great quality sleep in the rooms. Firm mattresses and thick pillows, which is a rare find in a hostel! Rooms, bathrooms and common areas are always spotless, with staff working round the clock to ensure this. The fully air-conditioned lobby has a huge social space with a bar, TV, beanbags, ping pong. Perfect place to chill out and meet people. Love the nightly events held by the hostel (beer pong, trivia, movie nights, pizza, cheese and wine) its really a great way to meet like minded travellers. Nothing is too much trouble for the staff here, they're all extremely hospitable and make the vibe here what it is. :) For only being open for 3 months, this hostel is doing everything right. Can't wait to return as they plan to open a swimming pool!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews
Price from
US$101.22
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$127.60
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.

J
Jose
From
Brazil
Tequila Sunrise is a great place! Nice people, very good energy. I recommend for everyone
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,067 reviews
Price from
US$43.29
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.

S
Samuele
From
Italy
I like everything of Abode, the staff has been super nice, the swimming pool really chill and the common area really fun: you can play pool or Pacman if you want. Also the kitchen is well equipped with all the necessary to cook. The room was nice and comfortable. The only thing I would like they empeove is a WiFi signal, but with a lot of people I could understand was perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,508 reviews
Price from
US$104.16
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.

D
Deepti
From
Malaysia
Everything!!! Cleanliness ✅ Food ✅
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,759 reviews
Price from
US$65.69
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, 3,998 reviews
Price from
US$87.59
1 night, 2 adults

Travellers Paradise

Cairns

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, Travellers Paradise offers accommodation in a historical, heritage listed Guest House in Cairns, 1.2 km from Cairns Convention Centre.

D
Diana
From
United States
I loved everything about this place, its well located, very clean and comfortable. The owner was very welcoming and kind. Coming off a several day boat trip, it truly felt like paradise! My room was very cozy, well decorated and clean with a beautiful view of the inner court.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,321 reviews
Price from
US$110.67
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$56.47
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 590 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$94.39
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,517 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$75.43
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,428 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, 774 reviews
Best hostel in Cairns
Guest review by
aZ_Flyde
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$44.92
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,419 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$125.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,998 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$73.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,135 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, 1,840 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.
Guest review by
Jacqueline
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$81.37
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,186 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