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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.

S
Shenmare
From
India
Staf is very good & helpful Nice place & also very clean maintained
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,976 reviews
Price from
US$48.90
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.

N
Nicole
From
Philippines
Well equipped and maintained hostel. Beds provide privacy and have your own light if preferred. Comfortable and excellent value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,751 reviews
Price from
US$65.27
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.

H
Hill
From
New Zealand
Quiet after 9PM. Good value for money and nice and cool in the rooms. Paulina was also very helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 904 reviews
Price from
US$46.23
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, 282 reviews
Price from
US$103.12
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.

V
Valentina
From
Italy
The place is great, fantastic position because it's super close to the tram stop that gets you basically everywhere in the city and you have a nice park just a few steps away. The hostel is clean and well taken care of because the staff is just freaking great! Cesar is just amazing, it'd be worth it to come here even just to meet him! And also the rest of the staff is the top, you can really tell that each of them cares about giving the best experience to everyone. The vibe is great, people are generally very respectful, friendly and fun and you're just gonna love your stay here. Nice, comfortable private capsule beds, big kitchen with everything you need, big showers and clean bathrooms and a perfect space outside to hang out on your own or with friends. If you're in GC you cannot miss Capsuleaccom !! Thank you guys!!!! See you soon <3.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 659 reviews
Price from
US$72.71
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.

J
Jose Antonio
From
Panama
the location was perfect, the beds had cool design
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 reviews
Price from
US$120.30
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!

M
Marco
From
Uruguay
The staff Is amazing, will come back for suree, everything really clean!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
Price from
US$66.10
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.

R
REN
From
Japan
this hotel was very good and staff was so kind and helpful. they had been helping me when i lost my room key.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,151 reviews
Price from
US$79.32
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.

G
Gary
From
Abkhazia
Great location. Would stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,902 reviews
Price from
US$85.93
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, 59 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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  • BeHome

    Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
    Budget options available
    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

    Gold Coast
    Budget options available

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 275 reviews

    Homely Inn Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Gold Coast.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

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

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  • Avg. price/night: US$102.46
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 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$89.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,142 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$90.78
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,751 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,976 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 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$89.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,142 reviews
    Cheapest amongst backpackers for centrally located hostel.
    Guest review by
    Tan
    Young couple
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,976 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