Backpackers By The Bay

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Close to Port of Airlie, Backpackers By The Bay provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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A bunk bed with a green mattress, a wooden headboard, and a small shelf above the lower bunk.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed with green pillows in a room with a herringbone-patterned wooden floor and a green door.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A neatly made bed with a teal blanket, white pillows, and a striped towel with a flower.

Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bunk bed with a laptop on the lower shelf, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Airlie Beach, Backpackers By The Bay is near the beach. Airlie Beach Market and Whitsunday Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Conway National Park and Conway Conservation Park. Visit our Airlie Beach travel guide
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12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802

What's nearby

  • A marina with two sailboats docked, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
    Port of Airlie
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sunny beachside market with people walking and stalls selling clothes.
    Airlie Beach Market
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A clear blue pool surrounded by palm trees and a lifeguard station.
    Airlie Beach Lagoon
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A beach with turquoise water, white sandy shore, and houses with white roofs.
    Boathaven Beach
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A marina with numerous sailboats docked at sunset.
    Coral Sea Marina
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station
    24 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boost Juice
    13 min walk
  • Jubilee Tavern
    15 min walk
  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • The Garden Bar Bistro
    5 min drive
  • KC's Bar & Grill
    14 min walk

About this property

Backpackers By The Bay

  • Hostel near Port of Airlie
  • You can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden at Backpackers By The Bay. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and a library.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a reception hall
    • Barbecue grills, a billiards/pool table, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Backpackers By The Bay include perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does Backpackers By The Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Backpackers By The Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backpackers By The Bay?

Check-in begins at noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Backpackers By The Bay?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Backpackers By The Bay located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Port of Airlie and Heart Reef. Conway National Park and Boathaven Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Backpackers By The Bay Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met the best people! The owner is a legend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, thank you

Lovely staff who were very helpful when i had questions on getting around. Showers and bathroom were good, appreciate the strong water pressure. Easy 10 minute walk into town. No issues at all, thank you for the lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t book it

Went in and out after a minute. So dirty and the building felt teared apart. Would not recommend. We got our money back so that was very kind and left directly after we saw the bathrooms. It’s not even very close to the Main Street.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Backpackers by the Bay was the perfect place to end our stay in the Whitsundays. Peter and Hannah were super friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home. The systems work really well, with bathrooms and kitchen super clean, lots of amenities that helped us with rinsing our camping gear, relaxing hammocks. And remarkably quiet for a place with so many younger guests. A great stay and the best introduction to a hostel that our young daughters could have!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice

Nice atmosphere in the hostel and price worthy. Needs better cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018