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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
Cameron
From
Vietnam
Great location, price and staff friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,118 reviews
Price from
US$48.96
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, 1,100 reviews
Price from
US$45.53
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, 2,753 reviews
Price from
US$66.77
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.

J
JOSEPHINE
From
Ireland
Great hostel. Fantastic location . So clean and comfy. Only one problem for me. The holders in the showers are way too high up. Next to impossible to reach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
Price from
US$135
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.

C
Carolina
From
Ecuador
The hostel is really clean and all the staff are kind, especially Cesar, he was really helpful from the beginning, and he is really positive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews
Price from
US$72.79
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.

B
Ben
From
Germany
Close to the beach, very nice pool area, very nice room and view, overall very good hostel
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews
Price from
US$120.44
1 night, 2 adults

Maxmee Backpackers Resort

Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

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.

J
Jeongeun
From
South Korea
Hostel was very clean and there's a bar that I can meet lots of people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,262 reviews
Price from
US$101.25
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!

N
Naura
From
Belgium
Really nice ! The staff is really nice. Chloe is really helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews
Price from
US$66.18
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 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews
Price from
US$79.41
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.

J
Joseph
From
France
Great vibes. There was a storm one morning and the person working there set up a projector and played a movie for us to watch. When cooking the people were chatty and I had an excellent time. I walked to and from the airport with ease, also walked to the beach.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews
Price from
US$86.03
1 night, 2 adults
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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 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,753 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,118 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,100 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,262 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Gold Coast and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

Located in Gold Coast, 1 km from Surfers Paradise Beach, Mumma's Hostel Surfers Paradise - 18 to 40 years old - Passport Only provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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
No credit card needed

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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,262 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,054 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$250.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,753 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$181.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,118 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 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,139 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,054 reviews
Cheapest amongst backpackers for centrally located hostel.
Guest review by
Tan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$181.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,118 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