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Our top choices for Eastern Australia hostels

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1. Fitzroy Private Rooms @ 132 Nicholson Homestay

Fitzroy Private Rooms @ 132 Nicholson Homestay
2.0 star property
Fitzroy
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (39 reviews)
"Great stay! "
Australia
Shelley
The price is RM226
RM292 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Fitzroy Private Rooms @ 132 Nicholson Homestay
A brewery with outdoor seating and a well-lit storefront.

2. Sow and Piglets Guesthouse - Hostel

Sow and Piglets Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Port Campbell
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (114 reviews)
"The staff are very friendly great place for a short or long stay "
Australia
Annabelle
The price is RM404
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Sow and Piglets Guesthouse - Hostel
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

3. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"This is an excellent place to experience a tropical island. Peaceful relaxing and a friendly happy atmosphere. Staff were great, amenities were clean facilities like bar pool and kitchen really good."
Australia
Robert
The price is RM387
RM426 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Bounce Magnetic Island
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.

4. Freedom Backpackers Hostel

Freedom Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
The price is RM526
RM578 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Freedom Backpackers Hostel
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a plant.

5. YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Bilinga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (227 reviews)
"Easy & convenient location just 5min walk from the airport, clean room with good kitchen & helpful polite staff with extra blankets on those cold evenings if needed, with beautiful beaches just a few minutes walk away I would recommend any buget travellers to stay for a night or two"
Australia
Robert
The price is RM319
RM351 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

6. Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel

Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nelly Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Friendly staff and amazing views !!"
Australia
Evyenia
The price is RM881
RM970 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A view of the Sydney Opera House and surrounding buildings through a window.

7. YHA Sydney Harbour

YHA Sydney Harbour
2.0 star property
The Rocks
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Peter
The price is RM531
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
YHA Sydney Harbour
A rooftop pool with inflatable rings and a city skyline in the background.

8. Space Hotel - Hostel

Space Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"great hostel"
Australia
David
The price is RM322
RM354 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Space Hotel - Hostel

9. Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Clean. Bed was quiet and soft."
United States
Ryan
The price is RM491
RM540 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Halse Lodge
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

10. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Love this place"
Australia
Jane
The price is RM503
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A rustic outdoor seating area with wooden benches and tables, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain backdrop.

11. YHA Grampians Eco Halls Gap

YHA Grampians Eco Halls Gap
1.0 star property
Halls Gap
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"Everything was clean and in good condition. Mel was lovely and very helpful with the census. Friendly people there."
Australia
Kensa
The price is RM292
RM321 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
YHA Grampians Eco Halls Gap
A sauna with wooden benches and benches covered with blue and white striped towels.

12. The Surf House - Hostel

The Surf House - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70 reviews)
"Excellent all round - close to beach and town."
Australia
James
The price is RM451
RM496 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Surf House - Hostel
A coastal path leading to a beach with a wooden railing and a clear view of the ocean.

13. YHA Apollo Bay Eco

YHA Apollo Bay Eco
1.0 star property
Apollo Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (139 reviews)
"Really enjoyed the hostel and would stay here again."
United States
Ha
The price is RM279
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
YHA Apollo Bay Eco
A historic building with the name "Markillies Hotel" on the facade, featuring classic architectural elements and a large tree in front.

14. YHA Melbourne Central

YHA Melbourne Central
2.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (306 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and friendly, the kitchen has all the tools needed to use it properly. The room was clean and comfortable"
Australia
Paula
The price is RM227
RM249 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
YHA Melbourne Central
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

15. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is RM382
RM421 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Stoke Beach House - Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with a view of a building.

16. Bounce Melbourne

Bounce Melbourne
3.0 star property
Melbourne Central Business District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"Very convient hostel right outside Flinder's street station and within walkable distance to most of the city attractions. Very friendly staff and good amenities. The private curtains were very good for being able to have your own space as well."
Australia
Jessica
The price is RM269
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bounce Melbourne
A room with large windows, a brick wall, and a wooden bench outside.

17. Glebe Terraces

Glebe Terraces
2.0 star property
Glebe
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Had a great stay here and communication was great through the key app. No issues at all. Cheers guys"
Australia
James
The price is RM397
RM437 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Glebe Terraces
A reception area with a wooden counter, a large abstract art piece on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

18. YHA Byron Bay

YHA Byron Bay
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (155 reviews)
"Clean room and such a nice place to stay."
United States
Kira
The price is RM324
RM356 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
YHA Byron Bay
A coastal landscape with a beach, rocky terrain, and sparse vegetation.

19. Yamba Central - Hostel

Yamba Central - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yamba
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (193 reviews)
"Room very clean and modern. Amenities (shared) were all up-dated and impeccably clean and bright. Staff cheerful and caring. Definitely a perfect central location. Totally recommend and will definitely return."
Australia
Donna
The price is RM296
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Yamba Central - Hostel
A woman in a bikini sitting by a pool with a mural of dolphins and a butterfly.

20. Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Sunshine Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"Pretty good"
Australia
Alessandro
The price is RM440
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
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Eastern Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,901
Accommodation
53 Hostels
Lowest Price
RM249
Highest Price
RM970

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