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Dougies Backpackers

1.5 star property
Travelers cool off in the outdoor pool or challenge new friends to billiards in this social backpacker haven where the warm atmosphere creates instant connections

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Dougies Backpackers creates a perfect balance of relaxation and social energy with its outdoor pool, bar, and garden spaces. Guests stay connected with in-room WiFi while enjoying games of billiards. The multilingual staff receives consistently positive feedback from visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | WiFi, bed sheets

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8.0 out of 10
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  • 2 Single Beds

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Port Douglas, Dougies Backpackers is near the beach. Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina and Vie Spa Port Douglas are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wet Tropics of Queensland and Mowbray Conservation Park. Four Mile Beach Park and Wildlife Habitat are also worth visiting. Visit our Port Douglas travel guide
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Map
111 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD, 4877

What's nearby

  • Four Mile Beach which includes tropical scenes, landscape views and general coastal views
    Four Mile Beach
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Port Douglas
    Macrossan Street
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Sugar Wharf featuring general coastal views
    Sugar Wharf
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Port Village Shopping Centre
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lobby Café
    3 min drive
  • Bam Pow
    6 min walk
  • Tin Shed
    3 min drive
  • Jungle Fowl
    3 min drive
  • Harrisons by Spencer Patrick
    3 min drive

About this property

Dougies Backpackers

Property highlights
You can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities and a bar at Dougies Backpackers. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Barbecues, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • A billiards/pool table, smoke-free property and a TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Dougies Backpackers boast comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 2 per day)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 2 per day)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 PM - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: AUD 20 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: AUD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 2 per day (rates may vary)

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, debit card or cash deposit 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, debit cards and cash
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
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Dougies Backpackers Campground Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Campground
Dougies Backpackers Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Hotel Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Campsite Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Campsite
Dougies Backpackers Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Port Douglas
Dougies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Dougies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Port Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Does Dougies Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Is Dougies Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dougies Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dougies Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Dougies Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dougies Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Four Mile Beach and Port Douglas Splash Park. Macrossan Street and Flagstaff Hill are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dougies Backpackers Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is what every youth hostel should be like - so chill, welcoming, and all the amenities you could ever want.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone is super friendly. Great people to be around & relax
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, no complaints.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

great place to stay

cool place, spread out and well set up. friendly staff, good mix of guests. not far from the centre of town, easily walkable although I did not. will stay again for sure
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was well run with lots of kitchen and fridge storage and plenty of hobs to cook on. Dorms, and private rooms available with fridge, fan and aircon. Quiet area, quiet hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Masanobu

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
All foods come from Coles. Other foods shops too expensive. stayed people everyone has Coles Cooler bag. all same.No food choise. hard to long stay. Hotel is nice. Mossman is much better. anway, too small town.You can see beautiful stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une nuit en transit

Hébergement correct. Cuisine avec les ustensiles nécessaires. Vaisselle fournie. Personnel aimable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dougies was a great hostel! Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. They even let us check in earlier too. Amenities were clean, the private dorm was clean and the vibes in the common area were great. They even had a Dj on the decks on the Sunday which was awesome, especially whilst your drinking the cheapest beer in town. Would recommend to any travellers, even those who generally don’t like the idea of a hostel. Dougies will exceed your expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, nice grounds, comfy bed, cleaned bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alf Håkon

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaidan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarinda

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Marnelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2021