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Our top choices for Northern Australia hostels

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1. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Freedom Rainbow Beach
Outdoor pool

2. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 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
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bounce Magnetic Island
Spa

3. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Love this place"
Australia
Jane
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bounce Surfers Paradise
Outdoor dining

4. Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Clean. Bed was quiet and soft."
United States
Ryan
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Halse Lodge
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View

5. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is AU$319
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

6. Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Sunshine Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Pretty good"
Australia
Alessandro
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning | Bathroom

7. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 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
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Aerial view

8. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"The receptionist was helpful, the room was clean, and belongings or property were managed well . "
Australia
william
The price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

9. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (96 reviews)
"The service when I first got to the property was amazing, plus when I was leaving it was outstanding service from Bailey. Our room clean android Q"
Australia
Pamula
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Avenues Xchange
Terrace/patio

10. Red Rock Hostel

Red Rock Hostel
1.0 star property
Alice Springs CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Great helpful staff "
Australia
George
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Red Rock Hostel
Terrace/patio

11. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (187 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Little Drifter Cairns
Beach nearby

12. Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (54 reviews)
"Amazing atmosphere among rainforest, loved the stay!"
Australia
Daria
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Balcony

13. K2 Brisbane

K2 Brisbane
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (288 reviews)
"All was good very clean and quiet people were nice"
Australia
Heather
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
K2 Brisbane
Front of property

14. Palms On Parker

Palms On Parker
1.0 star property
Maroochydore
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"Shops close easy check in"
Australia
Tara
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Palms On Parker
Rooftop terrace

15. YHA Brisbane City

YHA Brisbane City
2.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (471 reviews)
"Great hostel, so clean, staff so friendly and amazing coffee in the cafe! Definitely a step up from my memories of backpacking the world, staying in pretty rough hostels (100 years ago when I was in my early 20s!)"
Australia
Amber
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
YHA Brisbane City
Outdoor pool

16. Bounce Noosa

Bounce Noosa
2.0 star property
Noosaville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean, nice and modern, friendly helpful staff amazing faculties pool is great they put on some really fun events and they have shuttles too and from the beach and to the clubs nearby. Rooms are super spacious Had so much fun staying!!!"
United Kingdom
Lottie
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Bounce Noosa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

17. Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel

Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Djugun
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Stayed in the double room, great aircon and very clean and tidy."
Australia
Matthew
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
Family Room, Private Bathroom

18. Roamer Brisbane

Roamer Brisbane
3.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (173 reviews)
"fairly nearby shops, food available in the place, rooms, views and staff were great."
Australia
Anthony
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Roamer Brisbane
Outdoor pool

19. 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, (458 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

20. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (240 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
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
YHA Cairns Central
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Number of reviews
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Accommodation
30 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$54
Highest Price
AU$220