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Featured Hostels in Great Barrier Reef

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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 AU$121
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
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, (433)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Front of property
Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel

2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153)
"Nice clean room, A/C very noisy"
Australia
Rafael
The price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Outdoor pool
Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange

1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (54)
"It was great "
Australia
Ariana
Avenues Xchange
Terrace/patio
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 AU$126
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Little Drifter Cairns
Outdoor pool
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (207)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
YHA Cairns Central
Gazebo
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Really nice hostel, Ideal to visit the lakes!"
Australia
Santiago
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Deluxe Double Room
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 AU$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Outdoor pool
Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers

1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Dougies Backpackers
Exterior
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 AU$109
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Espy Hostel
On the beach
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
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Outdoor dining
Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island

3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64)
"Walkable to beach and staff helpful"
United States
kim
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Bounce Magnetic Island
Exterior
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (146)
"So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays."
Australia
Rani
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool
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 AU$174
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Gladstone Backpackers
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)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach accommodation shared facility

Beach accommodation shared facility

1.0 star property
Emu Park
Beach accommodation shared facility
Bed in 8 Bed Female Dormitory Room
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
Terrace/patio
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
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

10/10 Excellent
"Pretty resort, lovely food, reception staff were friendly, pool bar staff were not attentive. The room was a great size and had a awesome view. "
Rachel 4-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

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Great Barrier Reef Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,761
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$70
Highest Price
AU$286