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Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers - FREE BREAKFAST

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers on the Gold Coast provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool with sun beds and music.

C
Carolina Vazquez
From
Mexico
The food is good, the staff is friendly and everything is clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,004 reviews
Price from
US$48.37
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Well located in the centre of Gold Coast, Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

J
Juste
From
Lithuania
Really clean and the staff was really nice and helpful:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,756 reviews
Price from
US$65.22
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Podstel

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Attractively situated in Gold Coast, Tequila Sunrise Podstel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

R
Ryan
From
United Kingdom
Identifical to the other hostel. Staff are lovely and welcoming, facilities are amazing and the atmosphere is great. I would return here or the other one every time I come back to surfers paradise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
Price from
US$44.23
1 night, 2 adults

Maze Backpackers - Gold Coast - Free Dinners

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Well located in Gold Coast, Maze Backpackers - Gold Coast - Free Dinners provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

R
Rocio ailen
From
Italy
Everything was so cleaned and organized. The staff is amazing. You can meet a lot of people here. Really good atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Price from
US$102
1 night, 2 adults

Capsuleaccom Hostel

Southport, Gold Coast

Set in Gold Coast and with Broadwater Parklands Beach reachable within 500 metres, Capsuleaccom Hostel offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

A
An
From
Vietnam
A brand new hostel in a very convenient location. Good food, nice staffs, and very clean. What I like the most is that they provide hairdryer. Can’t complain. See for yourself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 669 reviews
Price from
US$71.92
1 night, 2 adults

Bunk Surfers Paradise International Backpacker Hostel

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

BUNK SURFERS PARADISE IS EXCLUSIVELY RESERVED FOR GENUINE INTERNATIONAL BACKPACKERS AGED 18 TO 35.

L
Lewis
From
United Kingdom
The location is perfect close to everything. If you arrive by greyhound it’s a 2 min walk away. The rooms were large with a different bed layout I enjoyed and allowed privacy to everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Price from
US$119
1 night, 2 adults

Backpackers In Paradise 18-35 Hostel

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

Since 1986, Backpackers in Paradise has been creating that iconic 80’s vibe and is one of the first and longest-running hostels on the Gold Coast!

P
Phelim
From
Ireland
Great location and great people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,136 reviews
Price from
US$65.39
1 night, 2 adults

Coolangatta Sands Hotel

Coolangatta, Gold Coast

Coolangatta Sands Hotel features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Gold Coast.

d
don
From
Indonesia
Friendly: and helpfull staff :and food
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,142 reviews
Price from
US$78.46
1 night, 2 adults

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast

Bilinga, Gold Coast

Featuring an outdoor pool and a fully equipped communal kitchen, YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast is just a 10-minute walk from Gold Coast Airport.

R
Ridder
From
United States
Like the peaceful aérea, walking is great, staff are really nice, the bus service is wonderful only 50 cents per ride. It is near the Koala reserve and the airport is also very close.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,886 reviews
Price from
US$85
1 night, 2 adults

SOPO Backpackers

Southport, Gold Coast

SOPO Backpackers features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Gold Coast.

M
Mary
From
Australia
Fantastic perfect location close to food swimming and night life
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in the centre of Gold Coast, BeHome is set 500 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach and 400 metres from SkyPoint Observation Deck.

  • BeHome Boulevard is well set in the centre of Gold Coast, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

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  • Avg. price/night: US$101.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,311 reviews
    The staff is very friendly and they organise games and bbqs then is very easy to meet new people. Rooms have private bathroom and a/c. They have free basic breakfast and cheap bar in the evenings. They also have apartments if you need more privacy. The hostel is next to the tram station, in front of a coles express 24/7 and very close to domino pizza. There is free parking onsite and also you can park in the streets around.
    Guest review by
    Daniel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.08
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,136 reviews
    The reality is that this hostel provides the cheapest possible stay in the best possible location. The 14-bed dorms are grim, but considering that most travellers only use beds to sleep it is passable. I would only recommend if you're on a serious budget and are willing to experience a bit of discomfort.
    Guest review by
    Arham
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$85.68
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,756 reviews
    Vibes in the hostel. Brekkie and dinner for free. confortable. Best hostel ive seen in Australia by far. So clean, amazing vibes, nice atmosphere, great location without any noise during the night....
    Guest review by
    Ivan
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$104.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,004 reviews
    The hostel was very clean and modern and I also felt very safe staying here as a solo female traveller. The staff were all so lovely and welcoming and I met such great people. The food was also amazing and really cheap! I will definitely be returning:)
    Guest review by
    Ruby
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$130.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
    Best hostel up the east coast. So sociable and bunk bed set up is perfect so you have privacy!
    Guest review by
    Hayley
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$81.08
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,136 reviews
    Cheapest amongst backpackers for centrally located hostel.
    Guest review by
    Tan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$104.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,004 reviews
    Have travelled most of Australia and through Asia as this is the best hostel I have stayed at. The staff were extremely friendly and the amenities are amazing. Pizza oven in the new kitchen was impressive. Menu is cheap too. Look forward to staying again.
    Guest review by
    Murray
    Solo traveller