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Top 8 Hostels hotel in Southern Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Discover the best Hostels hotel in Southern Great Barrier Reef, Queensland including Yeppoon Beachhouse, Gladstone Backpackers, Backpackers @ 1770, Agnes Palms Beachside YHA, Cool Bananas Backpackers Lodge, 1770 Southern Cross Backpackers, Castaway Beach House, Bunk Inn Hostel.
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1. Yeppoon Beachhouse
Overall Ratings
5 based on 28 reviews
Amazing stay
Reviewed By w0nder1ustMy friends and I booked last minute to stay the night in Yeppoon and everything about our stay was above and beyond what we could have expected. Grant made the booking process so easy and hassle free and gave clear instructions for our late arrival. We arrived to a sweet, clean and beautiful little place that was the nicest hostel we’ve ever stayed at! Thank you so much, we looking forward to our next stay with you in Yeppoon.
2. Gladstone Backpackers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 125 reviews
2011 Capricorn Tourism Award winning Gladstone Backpackers is a family owned and operated backpackers located within the CBD of Gladstone, which is midway between Rainbow Beach and Airlie Beach. The hostel has a mix of accommodation available including doubles, twins and 4 bed dorms. A great place to take a break and rewind. Take a stroll around the marina, ride the free bikes around to Spinnaker Park or climb the 111 steps to the lookout. Alternatively, relax by the pool with a great book or just sit on the deck and watch the world go by. Free kayak and fishing gear hire for 2 nights stay or more. Wakeboarding, camping and 4wd trips also available. pool side bar with wood fired pizza oven, pool table and fuse ball table.
Radical backpackers!
Reviewed By 571brandilOne of the best hostels I've stayed at in Australia. Set up is super nice and spacey. Taken care of really well by Emily. Also they have dinner for $10! And the bar is stalked with great liquor and beer. Definitely family vibes here
3. Backpackers @ 1770
Overall Ratings
5 based on 312 reviews
'A little out of the way, a lot out of the ordinary' Backpackers@1770 is a must stop of your east coast trip. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city in our own little paradise, a home away from home. Step inside and be surrounded by a creative and welcoming culture. When travelling North, Agnes Water is the last place you can safely swim & surf, we are just a 5 minute walk from our pristine beach. At Backpackers at 1770 we cater to all of your home away from home needs including spacious dorms with the privacy of your own lockers and an ensuite per dorm room. All guests have access to free Wi-FI, BBQ and use of laundry! Socialise! Meet and greet in our outdoor living area. Friendly on site staff to assist with booking all of your Agnes Water/1770 & East Coast travel activities 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Full kitchen facilities, washing machine, book-swap, on-site van parking on request. We offer both mixed and single sex dorms, and provide work for accommodation opportunities.
Definitely best hostel in Australia!!!!
Reviewed By genovevaf416I stayed in this hostel for the first time in June 2019 and since then it is the place I always want to return to! the good vibe of the place is inexplicable! The staff, the owner and Duke ? make the atmosphere of the hostel super special! Backpackers @ 1770 is MUST to do in Australia!
4. Agnes Palms Beachside YHA
Overall Ratings
4 based on 157 reviews
Beachside 1770 Accommodation modern and clean. The closest hostel to the main beach and the only hostel with direct access to it. Private rooms and 2-4-6-10 bed dorms. All rooms are air-conditioned and en-suite. Games and TV room, pool, bicycles, FREE Wi-Fi, FREE Geyhound pick-ups and FREE continental breakfast. People are blown away by the beauty of this area, the friendliness of the locals and the prices of the activities. This town is an absolute must for travellers! Our hostel has 48 beds located in a 6 year old building with air-con and en-suite in each room. The kitchen is always clean and well equipped! If you want to cook like the Aussies you can also prepare a nice meal on the BBQs in the hostel area. The entertainment area offers you comfy couches, board games, pool table and free movies and wireless internet, everything you need to chill out. The beach is so close you can hear the waves crashing and feel the sea breeze from your room! The beach is stunningly beautiful and it is very safe to swim. Walk to the beach directly from your room or take a dip in our private swimming pool. We are also only a 10 minute walk from the supermarket, shops and cafes of Agnes Water. We want you to feel at home and enjoy every minute of your stay. We all love our lifestyle here and that reflects on the way we look after our guests. You will have the best sleep in our air- conditioned 2, 4, 6 & 10 bed dorm rooms. Linen, blankets and pillows are provided with no additional cost. Each room has its own private bathroom with shower and toilet. Every room has lots of space and is very comfortable. The double rooms have their own TV and en-suite.
Not great
Reviewed By clodaghs695There was no one at reception my whole stay so when they only gave me one towel for my daughter and I, I couldn't go ask for a second one and couldn't get a hold of anyone. There was old soap in the bathroom and drink condemsation and sticky stuff on the bedside so it obviously hadn't been cleaned appropriatly. There were 2 dogs from other people staying that would bark at my daughter and I every time we walked through the common areas which you have to do to get to your room. There was always a smoker at the entrance so we had to walk throufh smoke every time we entered or exitted the place. As a non smoker with my daughter this was disgusting. I has spoken to someone on the phone before arriving about late checkout so my daughter could have a nap before we left. I was told this was fine and to just leave when she woke up. At 10:40am right after I had gotten her down, I had housekeeping knocking on the door saying they thought I was checking out. My daughter woke up screaming and I could not get her back to sleep. The least they could've done was have someone at reception but again, no one!
5. Cool Bananas Backpackers Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 401 reviews
An 80 Bed hostel located at the southern end of The Great Barrier Reef. Close to beach and shops. Family owned and run in lush green surroundings. Staff are well-known for their warm welcome and providing a family atmosphere for all. There is plenty to do, be sure to ask at Reception for Free and local tours, walks etc.
Amazing hostel
Reviewed By carab759I stayed at cool bananas as an individual traveler and I had such a good time. The staff make you feel welcome, location is great, it’s really close to shops, and beaches, and a short drive or 20 minute walk from some really nice hiking trails. Highly rate it, I’ll be returning for sure
6. 1770 Southern Cross Backpackers
Overall Ratings
4 based on 419 reviews
Come and experience for yourself, a resort style hostel with a Club Med feel! Get comfy in our large 4-6 share ensuite dorms that wont break your budget, or pamper yourself in our private deluxe double rooms or Family room with ensuite, TV, DVD & fridge. Dorms & doubles with shared facilities also available. Huge common area with Digital TV, Ping pong, Fuseball, Pool table and cozy fireplace for the Winter. We have a swimming pool with elephant fountains perfect for cooling off after a hot day at the beach. Hammocks to chill out with a good book and lots of under-cover areas to get out of the sun or rain. The resort is set on 15 acres of land with a pretty little lake that has a jetty a free paddle boat, horses grazing in the paddocks and loads of tropical gardens to stroll through, perfect for nature lovers. Lots of areas for a bit of meditation or yoga as the sun is rising or setting or a game of football, volley ball or cricket. During your stay why not treat yourself to a relaxing massage or beauty treatment in our "Healing Hut". (extra special prices for our guests)Our on site bar "Karma bar" with super cheap drinks and beer garden surrounds the pool area and is perfect for the afternoon drink to quench your thirst after you arrive home from any of the amazing tours Agnes / 1770 has to offer. Free Breakfast Free Tea & Coffee all day every day!Free Motel Quality Linen.Free DVD hire.Free Courtesy Shuttle to beach + shops (3 minute drive)Free pickup for the Greyhound bus service* FREE 24 hour WIFI, and a cinema room. We believe that we have something pretty special here at Southern Cross and we want to share it with YOU! Our Motto LIVE IN THE DREAM! Get up to date with life at the hostel on our Facebook page Southern Cross Backpackers.
Very unusual
Reviewed By berniebebenrothHi there My wife and I just stayed here. We took a cabin for $140 with 2 small dogs. The whole area is unusual. Built from scratch over many years. Eco friendly. The owner, lovely lady, very nice, friendly and helpful. Just ask her if you need anything. Cabin, well no A/C, which might not work for many, it gets hot. But hey, it is eco friendly. Rainwater only, hot water for shower runs on portable gas bottles. And not much storage in bedroom nor bathroom. But toilet very big, bed is big, ceiling fan, even a TV. And what you get is sounds of animals. We had a great time and highly recommend this place.
7. Castaway Beach House
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Very Clean and Convenient Location
Reviewed By ClaireBrooksy93My partner and I stayed here for 3 nights. Check in is very easy, you are emailed a code to the lock box and inside is your key. The shared living spaces are great, big and homely, the kitchen was impeccably clean. We stayed in room 4 which was a queen, the bed was super comfortable, we had a wardrobe, beside table with lamp and a clothes dryer for wet clothes. The bathroom is perfectly functional, the shower was great! The bathroom is perhaps more dated than the rest of the house, but for budget accommodation I thought it was awesome. There was tea and coffee available in the kitchen, and all the pots and pans you could need. Large fridge with freezer and a pantry for your food.
8. Bunk Inn Hostel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Filthy hostel and bedbugs!
Reviewed By Gabriela TI’m just writing down this review because I don’t want anyone else to go through the same horrible experience as my friends and I at Bunk Inn Bundaberg. I don’t like the idea of writing bad things about small businesses, but I really think someone needs to do something about how bad this place is. I have never been to such a filthy place like that before. The toilets/bathrooms are absolutely dirty. When you get into the 12-bulks room, it’s possible to smell the lack of cleaning. There were bags with open food and garbage everywhere. The room was so smelly! We were already pretty disappointed at that stage, but we just tried to stay as it was very late and we were very tired. When I first laid down I could feel the springs on my back, it felt like the mattress was falling apart. A couple of hours though the night my friend woke me up saying she was staying in the car because she saw bedbugs in her bunk (she even made a video to show the manager). After that it was impossible to stay. Her sheets had blood stains, we just couldn’t say if they were from her or someone else. So revolting. We had a tour booked for the next day, and basically we couldn’t enjoyed our trip because we were so exhausted after that terrible experience. Anyway, there is something very wrong happening in that place and I really think they shouldn’t even be open. It is unsanitary, inhuman even.
