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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, (67 reviews)
"Everything was great and friendly! "
Australia
Ahmed
The price is ₩196,701
₩216,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Bounce Magnetic Island
Front of property

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 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 ₩111,994
₩123,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
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, (64 reviews)
"Loved my stay"
Australia
Barbara
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
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, (53 reviews)
"Travelled throughout Australia and this is my favourite hostel location."
United Kingdom
Marc
The price is ₩100,886
₩110,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is ₩87,925
₩96,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Dougies Backpackers
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, (105 reviews)
"Room was great, walking distance to the lovely Yungaburra village, Peterson Creek walking track and platypus viewing platform. Also a lovely outdoor area with hammocks and eating area"
Australia
Ann
The price is ₩24,985
₩27,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (59 reviews)
"Very average place. Needs a serious renovation"
Australia
Prachi
The price is ₩83,301
₩91,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Avenues Xchange
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, (438 reviews)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is ₩208,253
₩229,078 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Living area

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"The pictures from the booking site don't make justice to the place. We eould stay again. Thanks!"
Canada
Olivia
The price is ₩68,723
₩75,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182 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 ₩161,974
₩178,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Little Drifter Cairns
Outdoor pool

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"Property owner was awesome and very approachable. Also has a bar onsite very nice ☺️"
Australia
Aysha
The price is ₩37,396
₩41,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
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, (217 reviews)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is ₩82,376
₩90,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
YHA Cairns Central
Exterior

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (148 reviews)
"The entire resort is spotless Location is a short stroll to the Night Markets and centrally located to everything else with the Esplanade just across the Staff are fabulous and the entire place makes you feel welcome "
Australia
Barbra
The price is ₩106,445
₩117,084 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Caravella Backpackers
Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Peaceful and easy with the added bonus of international aromas "
Australia
Timothy
The price is ₩139,113
₩153,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
The Espy Hostel
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 reviews)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is ₩154,570
₩170,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location , easy to get around "
Australia
Chen
The price is ₩71,269
₩71,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Great spacious room with all the amenities needed. Easy check in and special Thank you to Niklas for assisting with our bags and car, a nice warm welcome. Will definitely stay again when next in Cairns. "
NICOLA 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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Great Barrier Reef Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,812
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩27,479
Highest Price
₩229,078

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