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Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65)
"Walkable to beach and staff helpful"
United States
kim
The price is P8,249
P9,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Bounce Magnetic Island
Aerial view
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"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 P4,340
P4,774 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
On the beach
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (64)
"Bathroom and wifi not great but beautiful spot"
Canada
Laurie
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Outdoor pool
Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (17)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is P3,407
P3,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Dougies Backpackers
Front of property
Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (154)
"The pictures from the booking site don't make justice to the place. We eould stay again. Thanks!"
Canada
Olivia
The price is P2,663
P2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Outdoor pool
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is P8,070
P8,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Gazebo
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Really nice hostel, Ideal to visit the lakes!"
Australia
Santiago
The price is P2,869
P3,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (52)
"Small property, great atmosphere, beautiful area, awesome host."
United States
Milla
The price is P3,910
P4,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
United States
James
The price is P5,990
P6,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Little Drifter Cairns
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach accommodation shared facility

Beach accommodation shared facility

Beach accommodation shared facility
1.0 star property
Emu Park
The price is P2,873
P3,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Beach accommodation shared facility
Outdoor pool
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (210)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is P3,551
P3,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
YHA Cairns Central
Outdoor pool
Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
6.8 out of 10, (22)
"Excellent place to stay overnight or so. Lively environment. It is quite self contained. Close to everything "
Australia
Joan
The price is P6,496
P7,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Gladstone Backpackers
Terrace/patio
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
2.0 star property
Port Douglas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (29)
"Great staff."
Australia
Terrence
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
Exterior
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (148)
"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 P4,125
P4,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Caravella Backpackers
Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Cool Bananas Backpackers

Cool Bananas Backpackers

Cool Bananas Backpackers
2.0 star property
Agnes Water
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"I had a great time here and the place had a good atmosphere. The staff were really welcoming and friendly and I feel like they always wanted to help. The hostel offers a free shuttle bus which was good too considering how late we arrived on the Greyhound. The room itself was nice, pretty basic but for the low price paid this was expected. The beds were comfy and the rooms and bathrooms were clean. They have a kitchen and a nice outdoor area where you can eat so there's plenty of space. They do...
United Kingdom
Lauren
Cool Bananas Backpackers
Exterior
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84)
"Peaceful and easy with the added bonus of international aromas "
Australia
Timothy
The price is P5,391
P5,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
The Espy Hostel
Exterior
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

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)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is P6,528
P7,181 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Courteous staff and excellent amenities"
Mohamed 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Cairns

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Great Barrier Reef Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,721
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
P2,929
Highest Price
P9,074