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A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

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 S$118
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Bounce Magnetic Island
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.

2. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
The price is S$162
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Freedom Rainbow Beach
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

3. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Love this place"
Australia
Jane
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Bounce Surfers Paradise

4. Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Clean. Bed was quiet and soft."
United States
Ryan
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Halse Lodge
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

5. 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 S$43
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

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 S$280
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A woman in a bikini sitting by a pool with a mural of dolphins and a butterfly.

7. Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Sunshine Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Pretty good"
Australia
Alessandro
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
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.

8. 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 S$109
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
A poolside area with a covered seating area, a pool, and palm trees.

9. Red Rock Hostel

Red Rock Hostel
1.0 star property
Alice Springs CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Great helpful staff "
Australia
George
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Red Rock Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa, round table, and potted plants.

10. 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 S$151
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Little Drifter Cairns

11. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Avenues Xchange
A beach scene with clear blue water and distant islands.

12. 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 S$101
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
A clear pool surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden deck.

13. Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel

Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Djugun
7.8 out of 10, Good, (105 reviews)
"We only stayed one night, but the staff were very friendly and helpful. The hostel is close to the airport, and a short walk into town. They also had a good kitchen setup with breakfast."
Australia
Emily
The price is S$111
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
A building with a sign reading "Palms on Parker Hostel" and a palm tree in front.

14. Palms On Parker

Palms On Parker
1.0 star property
Maroochydore
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"Shops close easy check in"
Australia
Tara
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Palms On Parker
A swimming pool area with a person walking by, surrounded by white buildings with balconies and palm trees.

15. Bounce Noosa

Bounce Noosa
2.0 star property
Noosaville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Clean, nice and modern, friendly helpful staff amazing faculties pool is great they put on some really fun events and they have shuttles too and from the beach and to the clubs nearby. Rooms are super spacious Had so much fun staying!!!"
United Kingdom
Lottie
The price is S$245
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bounce Noosa
An outdoor patio with a checkered floor, white walls, and multiple tables and chairs.

16. K2 Brisbane

K2 Brisbane
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (289 reviews)
"All was good very clean and quiet people were nice"
Australia
Heather
The price is S$104
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
K2 Brisbane
A pool area with lounge chairs and a bar area with umbrellas.

17. 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 S$187
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, a bar in the background, and a cityscape view.

18. YHA Brisbane City

YHA Brisbane City
2.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (471 reviews)
"Great hostel, so clean, staff so friendly and amazing coffee in the cafe! Definitely a step up from my memories of backpacking the world, staying in pretty rough hostels (100 years ago when I was in my early 20s!)"
Australia
Amber
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
YHA Brisbane City
An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees, with lounge chairs and a tiled deck area.

19. YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (242 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 S$92
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
YHA Cairns Central
A patio area with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a covered seating area with umbrellas.

20. Somewhere To Stay Backpackers

Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
2.0 star property
Highgate Hill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (154 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the night when we missed our flight. The pool looks great although we didn't use it. The room was nice, but there was really loud annoying noises through the night and in the morning."
United States
Kevin
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
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Number of reviews
1,921
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$43
Highest Price
S$280