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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for going out. We’ve heard good things about the theme park and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start: YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast - Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cavill Avenue. You can take advantage of a nightclub and an outdoor pool, as well as a poolside bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and desks. BUNK Surfers Paradise - International Backpacker Hostel - Located steps from Cavill Avenue. Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. You’ll find bed sheets in all rooms. Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers - Located within a 10-minute walk of Cavill Avenue and Slingshot. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Gold Coast Performance Centre - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as an outdoor pool. Rooms come with TVs and bed sheets.

If you’re hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Gold Coast, one of Expedia’s 10 hostels might be a great choice for you.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually January and February with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 63°F. Average annual precipitation for Gold Coast is 42 inches.

Overall, Gold Coast is known for its beaches, restaurants, and theme parks. Major attractions include The Star Gold Coast, Cavill Avenue, and Warner Bros. Movie World. Get out into nature with places like Broadbeach Beach, Kurrawa Beach, and Surfers Paradise Beach. Cultural attractions include Ripley’s Believe It or Not, Dracula’s Cabaret, and Home of the Arts.

Keep this information about transit options in Gold Coast on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Coolangatta Airport (OOL), located 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from the city center. An alternative is Brisbane Airport (BNE), located 47.5 mi (76.4 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transit during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transit at Florida Gardens station, Broadbeach South Light Rail Station, and Cypress Avenue Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Varsity Lakes Station, Helensvale Station, or Gold Coast City Coomera Station.