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Our top choices for Queensland hostels

A pool area with lounge chairs and a person in a pool.

1. BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel

BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"amazing activities"
Australia
Hugo Andres
BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel
An outdoor patio with a checkered floor, white walls, and multiple tables and chairs.

2. 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
$71 nightly
The price is $79
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
K2 Brisbane
A multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'Breeze Lodge' and a 'Luxury Short Term Accommodation & Backpackers' sign.

3. Breeze Lodge - Hostel

Breeze Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kangaroo Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (106 reviews)
"Great place to stay and look forward to staying again at some point"
Australia
Steve
Breeze Lodge - Hostel
A rooftop pool area with a cityscape view, lounge chairs, and a crowd of people.

4. 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 $158
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A swimming pool with a mural of a bird on a brick wall.

5. Brisbane Quarters

Brisbane Quarters
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (169 reviews)
"very great stay, would recommend"
Canada
Julie
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Brisbane Quarters
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, a bar in the background, and a cityscape view.

6. YHA Brisbane City

YHA Brisbane City
2.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (479 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, convenient."
Australia
Vinod
$83 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
YHA Brisbane City
A swimming pool with inflatable toys and lounge chairs.

7. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
$62 nightly
The price is $68
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Espy Hostel
Lobby sitting area

8. 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 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Avenues Xchange
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a view of greenery outside.

9. Roamer Brisbane

Roamer Brisbane
3.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (178 reviews)
"Great hostel! Clean, great location and plenty of activities to get to know your fellow travellers! Would book again."
United States
Millie
$91 nightly
The price is $100
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Roamer Brisbane
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

10. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 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
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

11. 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, (463 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
$132 nightly
The price is $146
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
A reception desk with a wooden backdrop and a sign with Arabic script.

12. Bunk Backpackers

Bunk Backpackers
2.0 star property
Fortitude Valley
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (299 reviews)
"Great comfort sleep close to city too"
New Zealand
Kevin
$78 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Bunk Backpackers
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

13. 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
$31 nightly
The price is $34
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A building with a sign reading "Palms on Parker Hostel" and a palm tree in front.

14. 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
$103 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Palms On Parker
Outdoor dining

15. 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
$145 nightly
The price is $161
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Halse Lodge
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a colorful couch. There is a kitchen area with a dining table and chairs, and a view of a garden with palm trees.

16. Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (166 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
Australia
Randy
Civic Guest House - Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

17. 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
$76 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Little Drifter Cairns
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a person lying on a lounge chair.

18. Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel

Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
7.0 out of 10, Good, (119 reviews)
"Bar is nice but"
Australia
JIA-XUAN
$136 nightly
The price is $150
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Nomads Noosa Backpackers Hostel
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

19. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 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
$79 nightly
The price is $86
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Bounce Magnetic Island
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.

20. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
$122 nightly
The price is $135
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Freedom Rainbow Beach
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Rydges South Bank

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and stay"
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Rydges South Bank

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
$34
Highest Price
$161

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