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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, (66 reviews)
"Everything was great and friendly! "
Australia
Ahmed
The price is P5,971
P6,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Bounce Magnetic Island
Aerial view

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 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
The price is P4,363
P4,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Yeppoon Beachhouse - 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, (52 reviews)
"Small property, great atmosphere, beautiful area, awesome host."
United States
Milla
The price is P3,930
P4,323 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Bathroom

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (105 reviews)
"Room was great, walking distance to the lovely Yungaburra village, Peterson Creek walking track and platypus viewing platform. Also a lovely outdoor area with hammocks and eating area"
Australia
Ann
The price is P2,885
P3,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is P3,425
P3,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Dougies Backpackers
Living area

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"The pictures from the booking site don't make justice to the place. We eould stay again. Thanks!"
Canada
Olivia
The price is P2,677
P2,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Civic Guest House - Hostel
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, (64 reviews)
"Bathroom and wifi not great but beautiful spot"
Canada
Laurie
The price is P11,687
P12,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (59 reviews)
"Very average place. Needs a serious renovation"
Australia
Prachi
The price is P3,245
P3,570 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Avenues Xchange
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, (436 reviews)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is P8,113
P8,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
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)
"Property owner was awesome and very approachable. Also has a bar onsite very nice ☺️"
Australia
Aysha
The price is P6,530
P7,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Gladstone Backpackers
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
United States
James
The price is P5,409
P5,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Little Drifter Cairns
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (148 reviews)
"The entire resort is spotless Location is a short stroll to the Night Markets and centrally located to everything else with the Esplanade just across the Staff are fabulous and the entire place makes you feel welcome "
Australia
Barbra
The price is P4,147
P4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (214 reviews)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is P3,361
P3,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
YHA Cairns Central
Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Peaceful and easy with the added bonus of international aromas "
Australia
Timothy
The price is P5,419
P5,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Espy Hostel
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, (100 reviews)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is P6,743
P7,417 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Australia
Chen
The price is P2,776
P2,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Spacious clean rooms ,excellent breakfast except fresh fruits were served very big size so you have to use butter knife to cut into smaller pieces 😀 Has guest laundry. Within easy walking distance to Reef Terminal and Central City Mall/ station. "
Jitiksha 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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Great Barrier Reef Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,802
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,776
Highest Price
P12,855