Title: Backpackers By The Bay Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Backpackers By The Bay Hostel with free parking, steps from Port of Airlie ## Photo gallery for Backpackers By The Bay ![Beach nearby - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/463a44cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/7f050098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Poolside bar - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/388f5907.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/d71a67f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![BBQ/picnic Area - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/0318bc24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located by the bay, Backpackers By The Bay offers a peaceful atmosphere with convenient amenities. Enjoy the poolside bar, arcade room, and gardens. The property provides in-room WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a library for quiet reading moments. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Bar - Kitchen - Housekeeping - Pool - Air conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 6 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-06&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 7 - Dec 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-07&endDate=2025-12-08&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=26925969&PinnedHotelID=26925969&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ![ Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/0feb474b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ![ Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/17903c53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - Sleeps 8 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ![Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/b995e547.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan 2 bathrooms Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds ![Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26930000/26926000/26925969/w1000h748x0y1-94207e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds ### Highlights Air conditioning Ceiling fan Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping Iron/ironing board In-room safe - Sleeps 4 - 4 Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAirlie-Beach-Hotels-Backpackers-By-The-Bay.h26925969.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAirlie-Beach-Hotels-Backpackers-By-The-Bay.h26925969.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-20.27362%2C148.72305&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=F_i5bd0szL8v-cUEFkRUqNcdccU=) 12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802 #### What's nearby - Port of Airlie \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Airlie Beach Market \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Airlie Beach Lagoon \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Boathaven Beach \- 11 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Coral Sea Marina \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Proserpine Station - 24 min drive - Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk - ‪La Marina Italian Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk - ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬14 min walk - ‪Boaty's - ‬20 min walk - ‪Nomads Airlie Beach Hostel - ‬16 min walk ## About this property ### Backpackers By The Bay Hostel near Port of Airlie Located close to Airlie Beach Lagoon, Backpackers By The Bay provides a poolside bar, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an arcade/games room and a library. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a reception hall - Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe Room features All guest rooms at Backpackers By The Bay include perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 144 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=9849072&PinnedHotelID=9849072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet ### Parking and transport - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Continental breakfast available for a fee: AUD 3 per person - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Library - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Separate bedroom ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Iron/ironing board - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately AUD 3.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Backpackers Bay Hostel Airlie Beach Backpackers Bay Airlie Beach Backpackers By The Bay Airlie Backpackers By The Bay Airlie Beach Backpackers By The Bay Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Backpackers By The Bay have a pool? ### Is Backpackers By The Bay pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Backpackers By The Bay? ### What time is check-in at Backpackers By The Bay? ### What time is check-out at Backpackers By The Bay? ### Where is Backpackers By The Bay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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