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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hostels

Outdoor pool

Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"We stayed in a small cabin with our own washroom at this hostel. Staff were very friendly and helpful. A highlight was feeding the lorikeets!"
Canada
Gerard
$63 nightly
The price is $69
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Magnetic Island
Aerial view

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"One of the more smaller hostels that I have stayed in but was really really nice clean tidy and in a good location if driving and have a car. "
United Kingdom
Issac
$79 nightly
The price is $87
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (65 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
Australia
Barbara
$165 nightly
The price is $181
May 5 - May 6
Total with taxes and fees
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Beach nearby

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (54 reviews)
"Travelled throughout Australia and this is my favourite hostel location."
United Kingdom
Marc
$64 nightly
The price is $70
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (183 reviews)
"Very clean throughout, staff were excellent, I had a room near the dining, common area which was very noisy."
Australia
steven
$77 nightly
The price is $85
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns
Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning | Bathroom | Shower, towels

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Nice and clean, great spot, always a good time when we stay here."
Australia
Mykle
$34 nightly
The price is $37
May 23 - May 24
Total with taxes and fees
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (68 reviews)
"The amenities were very clean and tidy. Wonderful Manager-BAILEY! Pool area was lovely. The whole place was lovely! Thank you! "
Australia
Jeannette
$52 nightly
The price is $58
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
Avenues Xchange
Living area

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"The pictures from the booking site don't make justice to the place. We eould stay again. Thanks!"
Canada
Olivia
$45 nightly
The price is $50
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Exterior

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
2.0 star property
Port Douglas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (30 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Terrence
$153 nightly
The price is $168
May 2 - May 3
Total with taxes and fees
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
Outdoor pool

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (440 reviews)
"VERY LOUD! The cleaners DO NOT CLEAN and they aren't very friendly at all. The front desk is ok... but they definitely do the bare minimum. The amenities are fun but they have music playing so loud starting in the middle of the afternoon you can't even have a conversation by the pool. Definitely not worth the price"
Canada
Elizabeth
$138 nightly
The price is $152
May 11 - May 12
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"6star service for a backpackers "
Australia
Daniel
$114 nightly
The price is $126
May 26 - May 27
Total with taxes and fees
Gladstone Backpackers
Outdoor pool

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (222 reviews)
"Friendly staff esp. Christina’s an amazing receptionist!"
Australia
Ryoichi
$65 nightly
The price is $72
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Cairns Central
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (153 reviews)
"Excellent quiet hostel that will make you feel at home!! The staff are all very friendly and the smaller size definitely makes it feel more homey. Would recommend if you are looking for a hostel to call "home" while you are away!"
Canada
Elizabeth
$75 nightly
The price is $83
May 6 - May 7
Total with taxes and fees
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (101 reviews)
"Excellent "
Australia
Melissa
$98 nightly
The price is $108
May 2 - May 3
Total with taxes and fees
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (85 reviews)
"Quiet place for rest."
Australia
Luis A
$75 nightly
The price is $83
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Espy Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (43 reviews)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Australia
Chen
$58 nightly
The price is $58
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We were worried about noise when we arrived, as there was a busy bar directly below us. Wow, the soundproofing was amazing! We didn't hear a thing! Right on the beach, it could not be a more perfect location. The bus stop is off the parking lot. The pool was uncrowded. The beds, super comfy. The balcony, terrific, with the added bonus of cockatoos visiting in the mornings (don't feed them!). Yes, there is construction going on, but the hours are reasonable."
paula 4-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Airlie Beach Hotel

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Number of reviews
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19 Hostels
Lowest Price
$37
Highest Price
$181