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Our top choices for Great Barrier Reef hostels

A nighttime pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

1. 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 261
SAR 287 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Dougies Backpackers
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

2. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 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 342
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Bounce Magnetic Island
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

3. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (243 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 238
SAR 261 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
YHA Cairns Central
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

4. Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"The best hostel we have ever stayed at. Location is perfect plus next door to Woolworths, everything is run and maintained really well. And the evening specials were a lovely bonus"
Australia
Ann
The price is SAR 278
SAR 307 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Little Drifter Cairns
A two-story building with a sign reading "Yeppoon Beach House Backpacker & Budget Accommodation". There are steps leading to the entrance, a small garden with plants, and a fence around the property.

5. 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 287
SAR 316 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Lobby sitting area

6. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is SAR 188
SAR 206 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

7. 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 114
SAR 127 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

8. 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, (460 reviews)
"Great place and lots of fun!"
United States
Ashton
The price is SAR 501
SAR 555 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
A bed with two decorative pillows featuring tropical leaf patterns, a wooden headboard, and a bedside lamp.

9. The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (94 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Jennifer Ann
The price is SAR 231
SAR 254 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Espy Hostel
A beach scene with clear blue water and distant islands.

10. 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 260
SAR 288 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

11. Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Norway
Åge
The price is SAR 273
SAR 300 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Caravella Backpackers
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

12. 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 788
SAR 867 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a house in the background.

13. Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
6.8 out of 10, (48 reviews)
"It was convenient enough to walk to the town and served it purpose of economics and convience."
Australia
ROBERT
The price is SAR 183
SAR 183 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
A clear swimming pool with white chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery.

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)
"The rooms are basic but we loved the proximity to the centre "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
The price is SAR 372
SAR 412 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
A swimming pool with a thatched roof structure, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

15. Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
7.0 out of 10, Good, (25 reviews)
"Property owner was awesome and very approachable. Also has a bar onsite very nice ☺️"
Australia
Aysha
The price is SAR 365
SAR 402 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Gladstone Backpackers
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were clean, staff lovely and helpful particularly when out flight was cancelled and we had to stay an extra night. The Hilton accosted"
Catherine Ann 5-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton Cairns