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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hostels

Outdoor pool

Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"We stayed in a small cabin with our own washroom at this hostel. Staff were very friendly and helpful. A highlight was feeding the lorikeets!"
Canada
Gerard
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Bounce Magnetic Island
Aerial view

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"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 £64
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (65 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
Australia
Barbara
The price is £133
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (183 reviews)
"Very clean throughout, staff were excellent, I had a room near the dining, common area which was very noisy."
Australia
steven
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Little Drifter Cairns
Lobby sitting area

Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"The amenities were very clean and tidy. Wonderful Manager-BAILEY! Pool area was lovely. The whole place was lovely! Thank you! "
Australia
Jeannette
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Avenues Xchange
Beach nearby

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)
"Travelled throughout Australia and this is my favourite hostel location."
United Kingdom
Marc
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning | Bathroom | Shower, towels

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Nice and clean, great spot, always a good time when we stay here."
Australia
Mykle
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Living area

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (165 reviews)
"The pictures from the booking site don't make justice to the place. We eould stay again. Thanks!"
Canada
Olivia
The price is £37
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Civic Guest House - 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, (440 reviews)
"VERY LOUD! The cleaners DO NOT CLEAN and they aren't very friendly at all. The front desk is ok... but they definitely do the bare minimum. The amenities are fun but they have music playing so loud starting in the middle of the afternoon you can't even have a conversation by the pool. Definitely not worth the price"
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is £113
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"6star service for a backpackers "
Australia
Daniel
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Gladstone Backpackers
Outdoor pool

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"Friendly staff esp. Christina’s an amazing receptionist!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
YHA Cairns Central
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, (101 reviews)
"Excellent "
Australia
Melissa
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (85 reviews)
"Quiet place for rest."
Australia
Luis A
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Espy Hostel
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (153 reviews)
"Excellent quiet hostel that will make you feel at home!! The staff are all very friendly and the smaller size definitely makes it feel more homey. Would recommend if you are looking for a hostel to call "home" while you are away!"
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (43 reviews)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Australia
Chen
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable stay for a stopover. "
Bronwyn 1-night trip
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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Number of reviews
1,596
Accommodation
27 Hostels
Lowest Price
£27
Highest Price
£133