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Our top choices for Northern Australia hostels

A poolside area with a covered seating area, a pool, and palm trees.

1. Red Rock Hostel

Red Rock Hostel
1.0 star property
Alice Springs CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Great helpful staff "
Australia
George
$74 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Red Rock Hostel
Room

2. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Right across the street from the beach and a caffe serving all levels of breakfast and lunch 40 meters away"
Australia
Derek
$76 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

3. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
$78 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Magnetic Island
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

4. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Lovely chill place to stay - wish we had longer Looks like a place you could really relax and enjoy a chilled out pace of life for a while"
United Kingdom
Fiona
$30 nightly
The price is $34
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden deck.

5. Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel

Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Djugun
7.8 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
"We only stayed one night, but the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hostel is close to the airport, and a short walk into town. They also had a good kitchen setup with breakfast."
Australia
Emily
$58 nightly
The price is $64
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

6. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
$50 nightly
The price is $55
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Avenues Xchange
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

7. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Excellent services Amazing staff Great location I'd highly recommend it!"
Australia
Sasan
$144 nightly
The price is $159
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A beach scene with clear blue water and distant islands.

8. 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)
"Amazing atmosphere among rainforest, loved the stay!"
Australia
Daria
$69 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.

9. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
$124 nightly
The price is $137
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Freedom Rainbow Beach
A nighttime pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

10. Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
$69 nightly
The price is $76
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Dougies Backpackers
A small, well-lit room with two single beds, a standing fan, a shelf unit, and a small table.

11. Flashpackers Hervey Bay

Flashpackers Hervey Bay
1.0 star property
Torquay
$37 nightly
The price is $41
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Flashpackers Hervey Bay
A woman in a bikini sitting by a pool with a mural of dolphins and a butterfly.

12. Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Sunshine Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Pretty good"
Australia
Alessandro
$122 nightly
The price is $134
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Total with taxes and fees
Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
Outdoor dining

13. Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
" One of the nicest hostels I’ve stayed in and great location, with lots of activities on too! "
United Kingdom
Eleanor
$151 nightly
The price is $167
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Halse Lodge
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

14. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
$210 nightly
The price is $231
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A swimming pool area with a person walking by, surrounded by white buildings with balconies and palm trees.

15. Bounce Noosa

Bounce Noosa
2.0 star property
Noosaville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean, nice and modern, friendly helpful staff amazing faculties pool is great they put on some really fun events and they have shuttles too and from the beach and to the clubs nearby. Rooms are super spacious Had so much fun staying!!!"
United Kingdom
Lottie
$189 nightly
The price is $211
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Noosa
A swimming pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

16. Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (25 reviews)
"Property owner was awesome and very approachable. Also has a bar onsite very nice ☺️"
Australia
Aysha
$80 nightly
The price is $89
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Gladstone Backpackers
A building with a sign reading "Palms on Parker Hostel" and a palm tree in front.

17. Palms On Parker

Palms On Parker
1.0 star property
Maroochydore
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32 reviews)
"Shops close easy check in"
Australia
Tara
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Palms On Parker
An outdoor patio with a checkered floor, white walls, and multiple tables and chairs.

18. K2 Brisbane

K2 Brisbane
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (300 reviews)
"Good location and nice clean facilities. Staff were very helpful."
Australia
Martin
$75 nightly
The price is $82
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
K2 Brisbane
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

19. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"The best hostel we have ever stayed at. Location is perfect plus next door to Woolworths, everything is run and maintained really well. And the evening specials were a lovely bonus"
Australia
Ann
$73 nightly
The price is $81
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

20. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (246 reviews)
"First time trying hostels but it was clean and staffs were nice. Easy access and it is perfect for budget travelers."
United States
Kalin
$63 nightly
The price is $69
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Cairns Central
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Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

Great Southern Hotel Brisbane

Great Southern Hotel Brisbane

8/10 Good
"It was a good stay for the few days we were there. Great location, close to everything we needed. Would like to come back when the construction is over and see the new lobby."
Olivia 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Great Southern Hotel Brisbane

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Northern Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,186
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
$34
Highest Price
$231