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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hostels

Outdoor pool

1. 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 SAR 318
SAR 349 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Bounce Magnetic Island
Terrace/patio

2. 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 SAR 328
SAR 363 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Little Drifter Cairns
Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning | Bathroom | Shower, towels

3. 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 SAR 117
SAR 130 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Outdoor pool

4. 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 SAR 243
SAR 267 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
YHA Cairns Central
Outdoor pool

5. 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 SAR 267
SAR 294 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Dougies Backpackers
Standard Room, Shared Bathroom, Ocean View | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

6. 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 SAR 751
SAR 831 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Exterior

7. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.8 out of 10, Good, (93 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is SAR 210
SAR 234 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
The Espy Hostel
Lobby sitting area

8. 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 SAR 167
SAR 186 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Avenues Xchange
Aerial view

9. 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 SAR 294
SAR 324 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Outdoor pool

10. 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 SAR 500
SAR 555 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Exterior

11. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is SAR 280
SAR 308 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Caravella Backpackers
Outdoor pool

12. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (47 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
The price is SAR 187
SAR 187 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Beach nearby

13. 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 SAR 263
SAR 292 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Exterior

14. Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (103 reviews)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is SAR 381
SAR 422 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre

8/10 Good
"Great location. Dated but functional , large clean ,rooms. No block out blinds so room is very lit up from carpark lighting at night and early morning sun through the plantation shutters common to this area. If you need darkness to sleep , bring a mask If you want fresh air ,have to jam the front door open as not opening front windows. ( room has excellent ceiling fan and good A/c )"
Charles 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Ramada By Wyndham Cairns City Centre