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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.

K
Kristina
From
Germany
The hostel is well organised and offers delicious free breakfast (choice between toast and eggs or pankakes and banana) and free still and sparkling water. The pool area is really nice and also all the nice outside picnic tables... additional to that it offers a lot of activities in the evening you can join.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,066 reviews
Price from
US$48.43
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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
Price from
US$42.79
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.

G
Greg
From
United States
Well run. Friendly and helpful staff. Great location 1 bock from the beach. Tram station 100m and takes you all over the Gold Coast. Highly recommend
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,766 reviews
Price from
US$65.30
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, 308 reviews
Price from
US$102.13
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews
Price from
US$72.01
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.

N
Norazlina
From
Malaysia
The room is privacy attach with the toilet. Great view the pool. The jakuzi is the best. Easily making new friends from all over the world. The sister property~ The Island rooftop has great music and drinks.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,181 reviews
Price from
US$87.72
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!

D
David
From
Spain
Extremely well located within Gold Coast. Very good vibe. Nice room and toilets.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,114 reviews
Price from
US$65.47
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.

H
Helen
From
United Kingdom
Nice rooms, good bathrooms and kitchen, kept very clean and tidy, sociable, great veranda and common room, sociable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,136 reviews
Price from
US$78.56
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.

C
Chan
From
Hong Kong
Staff are all very nice, friendly and always willing to help. The rooms are clean and it’s a convenient location for travellers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,876 reviews
Price from
US$85.10
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.

A
Ansquer
From
France
It's human size, so you feel directly home thanks to the volunteers and the amazing people that book
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,288 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.

Most booked hostels in Gold Coast and surroundings in the past month

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,876 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,066 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,766 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,136 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 688 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,181 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,114 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Gold Coast

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews

Located in Gold Coast, 1 km from Surfers Paradise Beach, Mumma's Hostel Surfers Paradise provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 308 reviews

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

From US$204.25 per night

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 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 80 reviews

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

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Avg. price/night: US$98.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,288 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$83.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,114 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$88.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,766 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$157.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,066 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, 1,181 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$83.14
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,114 reviews
Cheapest amongst backpackers for centrally located hostel.
Guest review by
Tan
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$157.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,066 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