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Our top choices for Port Douglas hostels

1. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Cairns Central Business District

Andrea

P9,860 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

2. Little Drifter Cairns

Cairns Central Business District

Frederick

P7,878 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

3. YHA Cairns Central

Cairns Central Business District

Ryoichi

P4,531 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

4. Caravella Backpackers

Cairns Central Business District

Jason

P5,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

5. The Espy Hostel

Cairns Central Business District

Jennifer Ann

P4,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

6. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Parramatta Park

ROBERT

P3,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

7. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Parramatta Park

David

P8,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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Top Port Douglas Hotel Reviews

By The Sea Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent

"This is the place to stay in Port Douglas. Everything is fabulous about By The Sea but it is the staff who make your holiday the absolute best. Friendly, cheerful, helpful, nothing is too much trouble. The accommodation is excellent & everything is there for you to have a wonderful holiday."

Mantra PortSea

10/10 Excellent

"Let me start off by saying that we had a wonderful stay at the Mantra PortSea. The staff at the Mantra PortSea were fantastic. The apartment was clean and big enough for our family of five. We had the sofa bed converted to a bed for our stay. We had a small kitchen that meant we were regular visitors to Coles to buy some food and drink for our stay. The lack of on-site restaurant/kitchen was a bit of a pain point. The Lagoon Bar was open from 12pm-5pm but only serves fries and deep fried fish/tenders/calamari which is a bit limited for lunch options. The salt water pools at the hotel are lovely and the beach is a short walk. It’s a short walk up the beach to an area of sun loungers and lifeguarded sea swimming. We went on a croc sighting tour and the croc guys advised against swimming in the sea at four mile beach even though it’s monitored so we stayed out of the ocean. The included breakfast buffet was fairly limited but served us just fine. There’s pretty good choice of cold breakfast items, and we were advised of this when booking. We walked the ten minutes up four mile beach every day into Port Douglas which has a bunch of shops, bars, and restaurants available. One of our favourite breakfast/lunch spots was Cafe Fresq. We stayed at the Mantra PortSea for two weeks and were advised ahead of time that room servicing was only every four days. The room was only serviced twice during our stay but ideally it needs servicing slightly more because it gets quite sandy."

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful and well kept. All the common areas were quite nice. Beautiful waterfall and koi pond. The rooms are dated and in need of some refreshing. The carpets are dirty and there isn't much space in the room to put your things, just a small table. The breakfast is basic but has a little of everything. It's the same every day. Which could be a good thing or bad thing based on what you like. The price seemed expensive for what you get but everything in port Douglas is expensive."

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

8/10 Good

"The staff was delightful and communication was excellent. The cons- the pool view was underwhelming, and the room felt a bit mildewy, probably due to the humidity. The ac could have been much stronger and there was no way to keep light from the pool out of the room at night even with the shutters closed."

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Should I stay in a hostel in Port Douglas?

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your budget for sightseeing during your vacation. The coral reefs create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the waterfront.

What is a hostel?

These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but they all have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

What are the best hostels in Port Douglas?

Based on our customers' reviews, these hostels in Port Douglas are some of the most popular ones: Dougies Backpackers - Located within a 20-minute walk of Four Mile Beach. You can take advantage of free parking and an outdoor pool, as well as a bar. Rooms come with showers and bed sheets. Global Backpackers - Port Douglas - Located within a 10-minute walk of Four Mile Beach. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels and bed sheets.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Port Douglas?

The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are August and July with an average of 70°F. The rainiest months in Port Douglas are January, February, March, and December, with each month seeing an average of 11 inches of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Port Douglas?

Generally, Port Douglas is known for its coral reefs, rainforest, and diving. Get out into nature with places like Rex Smeal Park, Four Mile Beach, and Four Mile Beach Park. Cultural attractions include Janbal Gallery. Locals like to shop at Macrossan Street and Port Village Shopping Centre.

What's the best way to get to and around Port Douglas while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Port Douglas in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS), located 33.3 mi (53.6 km) from the city center.

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1. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

2. Little Drifter Cairns

3. YHA Cairns Central

4. Caravella Backpackers

5. The Espy Hostel

6. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

7. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Top Port Douglas Hotel Reviews

By The Sea Port Douglas

Coral Beach Lodge

Bay Villas Resort

Mantra PortSea

Shantara Resort Port Douglas - Adults Only Retreat

Silkari Lagoons Port Douglas

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

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5. The Espy Hostel

6. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

7. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

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