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Outdoor dining
Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (65)
"Walkable to beach and staff helpful"
United States
kim
The price is NT$4,329
NT$4,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Bounce Magnetic Island
Deluxe Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (52)
"Small property, great atmosphere, beautiful area, awesome host."
United States
Milla
The price is NT$2,052
NT$2,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Aerial view
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"One of the more smaller hostels that I have stayed in but was really really nice clean tidy and in a good location if driving and have a car. "
United Kingdom
Issac
The price is NT$2,273
NT$2,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - 2026/1/9
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
On the beach
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (64)
"Bathroom and wifi not great but beautiful spot"
Canada
Laurie
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Gazebo
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Really nice hostel, Ideal to visit the lakes!"
Australia
Santiago
The price is NT$1,506
NT$1,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Outdoor pool
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

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, (436)
"Great cheap place to stay"
United Kingdom
sarah
The price is NT$4,235
NT$4,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Outdoor pool
Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is NT$1,788
NT$1,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Dougies Backpackers
Terrace/patio
Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (182)
"Absolutely lovely environment"
United States
James
The price is NT$2,070
NT$2,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Little Drifter Cairns
Front of property
Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel

Civic Guest House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Townsville
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (153)
"Nice clean room, A/C very noisy"
Australia
Rafael
The price is NT$1,398
NT$1,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Civic Guest House - Hostel
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach accommodation shared facility

Beach accommodation shared facility

Beach accommodation shared facility
1.0 star property
Emu Park
Beach accommodation shared facility
Outdoor pool
Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone Backpackers
2.0 star property
Gladstone Central
6.8 out of 10, (22)
"Excellent place to stay overnight or so. Lively environment. It is quite self contained. Close to everything "
Australia
Joan
The price is NT$3,506
NT$3,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Gladstone Backpackers
Outdoor pool
YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central

YHA Cairns Central
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (209)
"Had a great stay, thanks!"
Australia
Ryoichi
The price is NT$1,863
NT$2,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
YHA Cairns Central
Bed in 8 Bed Female Dormitory Room | Bed sheets, wheelchair access
Cool Bananas Backpackers

Cool Bananas Backpackers

Cool Bananas Backpackers
2.0 star property
Agnes Water
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"I had a great time here and the place had a good atmosphere. The staff were really welcoming and friendly and I feel like they always wanted to help. The hostel offers a free shuttle bus which was good too considering how late we arrived on the Greyhound. The room itself was nice, pretty basic but for the low price paid this was expected. The beds were comfy and the rooms and bathrooms were clean. They have a kitchen and a nice outdoor area where you can eat so there's plenty of space. They do...
United Kingdom
Lauren
Cool Bananas Backpackers
Terrace/patio
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
2.0 star property
Port Douglas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (29)
"Great staff."
Australia
Terrence
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas
Exterior
Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers

Caravella Backpackers
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (147)
"So convenient, over the road from Muddies for play area and food, as well as walking. Cafe next door also excellent. Did not use shared kitchen but very well stocked with needs for future stays."
Australia
Rani
The price is NT$2,070
NT$2,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Caravella Backpackers
Exterior
The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel

The Espy Hostel
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84)
"Peaceful and easy with the added bonus of international aromas "
Australia
Timothy
The price is NT$2,829
NT$3,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
The Espy Hostel
Exterior
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel

Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
2.0 star property
Parramatta Park
7.6 out of 10, Good, (100)
"Property was very convenient for central Cairns. It was quiet and quaint, and very cosy."
Australia
David
The price is NT$3,614
NT$3,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Travellers Paradise Heritage Historical Place - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"We really enjoyed the clean and spacious room. Staff attitude is friendly and helpful. "
Supaporn 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns

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Great Barrier Reef Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,713
Accommodation
29 Hostels
Lowest Price
NT$1,537
Highest Price
NT$4,762

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