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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 accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool with sun beds and music.

J
Julien
From
France
The stay was really clean and beautiful. And the staff was awesome, all very kind and respectful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,032 reviews
Price from
$47.98
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise

Surfers' Paradise, Gold Coast

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

R
Raz
From
United States
Clean, Friendly Staffs, perfect location. I had two nights and I end up extending two extra extra nights.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,764 reviews
Price from
$64.69
1 night, 2 adults

Tequila Sunrise Podstel

Surfers' Paradise, Gold Coast

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

R
Renee
From
New Zealand
This place is fantastic! Great value, perfect location, free breakfast and dinner! The bathrooms are clean and modern, they have all the shampoo/conditioner/body wash/blow dryer etc. available for free. The lounge is spacious, the outdoor area is huge! You can lounge around in the sun, play soccer or workout with the gym equipment. The beds are comfy and I love having the shelves, power points, light and fan within reach in bed. For the amount of beds in the premises it's not noisy at all. The storage under the beds is fantastic too. Highly recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 959 reviews
Price from
$43.87
1 night, 2 adults

Maze Backpackers - Gold Coast - Free Dinners

Surfers' Paradise, Gold Coast

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

B
Brittany
From
Australia
Location, free dinner (not that I had it), close to parking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Price from
$101.17
1 night, 2 adults

Capsuleaccom Hostel

Southport, Gold Coast

Located in Gold Coast and with Broadwater Parklands Beach reachable within a 5-minute walk, Capsuleaccom Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared...

L
Laura
From
Canada
For how many people stay here, I cannot believe how exceptionally clean it was!! Especially the bathrooms! And the free dinner that was included was sooo tasty! The staff was great, the beds and pillows were comfy, free towels, shampoo/conditioner, and body wash was all provided (in most of the showers). The drawers below the bed are as long as the bed so there’s so much storage to use.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews
Price from
$71.34
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.

A
Anan
From
Australia
The private space for each person. The room is spacious. The layout of balcony and ground floor is pretty nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
Price from
$118.04
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
Mat
From
Australia
Location is excellent. Short walk to the beach in Surfer's, all bars, restaurants, shops etc. We stayed in a double room with ensuite - room was spacious & clean, bathroom was clean, no complaints. Staff at check-in were super friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,128 reviews
Price from
$64.86
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.

s
shep
From
Australia
Location, price clean and convenient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews
Price from
$77.83
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.

M
Miel Johnson
From
Philippines
always book at YHA a night before the flight, always feel comfortable. :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,888 reviews
Price from
$84.31
1 night, 2 adults

SOPO Backpackers

Southport, Gold Coast

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

G
Gyeongmin
From
Australia
Leo was kind and room condition was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Gold Coast and nearby

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

    Conveniently located in the center of Gold Coast, BeHome is within a 5-minute walk of Surfers Paradise Beach and 400 yards of SkyPoint Observation Deck.

  • BeHome Boulevard is conveniently set in the center 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, 276 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

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

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  • Avg. price/night: $97.28
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,128 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $84.99
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,764 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $129.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,032 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 traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews
    Best hostel up the east coast. So sociable and bunk bed set up is perfect so you have privacy!
    Guest review by
    Hayley
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $79.77
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 2,128 reviews
    Cheapest amongst backpackers for centrally located hostel.
    Guest review by
    Tan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $129.71
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,032 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 traveler