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Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers on the Gold Coast provides adults-only accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool with sun beds and music. Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers does not have a shared guest kitchen however it does have a commercial kitchen with an amazing pizza oven. Offering tasty cheap eats for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. The hostel also offers Free WiFi , Free Pool Table and Ps5. Free limited street parking is also available. Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers has an age restriction of 18yrs to 40yrs. A 2.5% card surcharge is applied to all pre-charged bookings. Nice staffs, clean facility. Enough public parking space.

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9.1
Superb
3,051 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

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. The property is around 300 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach, less than 1 km from SkyPoint Observation Deck and 4 km from Marina Mirage Shopping Centre. The accommodation offers entertainment staff and a shared kitchen. I loved that breakfast and dinner were including. There was an assortment of cereals, yogurts and pancakes for breakfast. Dinner was satisfying and portions are generou Coffee, hot chocolate and tea are always readily available. There was also a lot of privacy for each bunk which is often not the case for most hostels. I am very sensitive to noise when I'm sleeping so I brought ear plugs but honestly didn't need them.

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8.7
Fabulous
2,770 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

At the hostel, rooms include a terrace with a garden view. With a shared bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Tequila Sunrise Podstel also boast a city view. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. I liked the meals included, the toilets and showers were clean and plenty of them, and the several areas you can hangout in.

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8.3
Very good
986 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Well located in Gold Coast, Maze Backpackers - Gold Coast - Free Dinners provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 300 metres from Surfers Paradise Beach, less than 1 km from SkyPoint Observation Deck and 4 km from Australia Fair Shopping Centre. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Location, free dinner (not that I had it), close to parking

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8.2
Very good
300 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

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. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. Australia Fair Shopping Centre is 500 metres from the hostel and Southport Broadwater Parklands is 600 metres away. Very good stay in the hostel, everything is quite clean at all times. Thank the staff for their kindness and willingness at all times. Special thanks to César, he is a great guy and a hard worker. He gives the impression that everything always runs smoothly when he is there, no doubt if I had a similar business I would love him to be in my team.

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8.7
Fabulous
681 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Bunk Surfers Paradise International Backpacker Hostel is just a 4-minute walk from the golden sands of Surfers Paradise Beach, and boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub. Guests enjoy free WiFi in public areas, and the convenience of a 24-hour front desk. The private space for each person. The room is spacious. The layout of balcony and ground floor is pretty nice

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7.7
Good
1,191 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

The famous Surfers Paradise Beach is just a 5-minute walk away when you stay at Maxmee Resort. The hostel offers free WiFi, a tennis court and an outdoor pool.

Maxmee Backpackers Resort has won the TripAdvisor Award for Excellence for both 2014 and 2015. Guests have a choice between dormitory rooms and self-contained 2-bedroom apartments. Choosing Maxmee to host me was one of the best choices of my trip! I was very well received at reception, the entire team is excellent in their service! I was delighted with the organization of the room, the kitchen and in general, I also had a lot of fun with the people at the hostel! I really recommend Maxmee to anyone looking for a great place to stay and meet people from all over the world! close to the beach, market, bus stop and the city center!

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7.2
Good
1,304 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

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! Just a 2-minute walk from the city center and the beach, it’s perfectly located to enjoy all the best that Surfers Paradise has to offer, from trendy restaurants and tourist attractions to stunning beaches and lively clubs. really friendly staff and great vibes. special shout out to Isabella, Danni and Christian :-)

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7
Good
2,121 reviews
Price from
US$27
per night

Coolangatta Sands Hotel features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Gold Coast. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers nightclub and luggage storage space.

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. The units at Coolangatta Sands Hotel come with a shared bathroom and bed linen. Location, price clean and convenient

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7.2
Good
1,143 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

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

All rooms include ceiling fans and have access to shared bathroom facilities. Secure private lockers are provided for all guests. Rooms with direct access to the courtyard are available. This so close to the airport, great location. Plus I arrived late and the staff were so helpful. He went out of his way to help me with my bags, as I had hurt my leg. Also to help me secure a lower bunk (which I asked for earlier when I booked) as I couldn't climb to the top bunk. So he asked politely to get one of the girls to change with me. Such a great help and a wonderful stay. I would recommend this place to everyone. Thank you so much. Judith

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7.7
Good
1,887 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

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