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Freedom Backpackers Hostel

Freedom Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
The price is RM489
RM538 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Freedom Backpackers Hostel
Outdoor pool

Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (77 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 RM410
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Bounce Magnetic Island
Outdoor dining

Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
" One of the nicest hostels I’ve stayed in and great location, with lots of activities on too! "
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is RM481
RM529 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Halse Lodge
Lobby sitting area

Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Staff were lovely. Older place but kept clean and tidy"
Australia
Bronte
The price is RM234
RM257 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Avenues Xchange
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

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 RM863
RM950 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
Aerial view

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Excellent, friendly, comfortable with very friendly staff. Will stay there again. "
Australia
Per
The price is RM286
RM315 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
The price is RM585
RM644 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Bounce Surfers Paradise
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel

Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
2.0 star property
Sunshine Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 reviews)
"Pretty good"
Australia
Alessandro
The price is RM429
RM472 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Noosa Flashpackers - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Little Drifter Cairns

Little Drifter Cairns
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (185 reviews)
"Nice clean room and friendly people, great location and modern amenities"
Australia
Frederick
The price is RM468
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Little Drifter Cairns
Bathroom

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113 reviews)
"One of the cleanest and comfiest hostels I've ever stayed at. The place was completely spotless, showers were amazing, slept SO WELL. The guy at reception was so great!."
Australia
Adam
The price is RM140
RM154 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Red Rock Hostel

Red Rock Hostel
1.0 star property
Alice Springs CBD
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (84 reviews)
"Great helpful staff "
Australia
George
The price is RM281
RM309 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Red Rock Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel

Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Djugun
7.8 out of 10, Good, (100 reviews)
"Stayed in the double room, great aircon and very clean and tidy."
Australia
Matthew
The price is RM373
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Kimberley Travellers Lodge - Hostel
Beach nearby

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel

Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bingil Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (54 reviews)
"Amazing atmosphere among rainforest, loved the stay!"
Australia
Daria
The price is RM283
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Bounce Noosa

Bounce Noosa
2.0 star property
Noosaville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Clean, nice and modern, friendly helpful staff amazing faculties pool is great they put on some really fun events and they have shuttles too and from the beach and to the clubs nearby. Rooms are super spacious Had so much fun staying!!!"
United Kingdom
Lottie
The price is RM554
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Bounce Noosa
Front of property

Palms On Parker

Palms On Parker
1.0 star property
Maroochydore
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Shops close easy check in"
Australia
Tara
The price is RM428
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Palms On Parker
Outdoor pool

Brisbane Quarters

Brisbane Quarters
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"very great stay, would recommend"
Canada
Julie
The price is RM274
RM301 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Brisbane Quarters
Balcony

K2 Brisbane

K2 Brisbane
2.0 star property
Spring Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (273 reviews)
"Cozy bed, very nice staff, clean bathrooms."
United States
Zachary
The price is RM290
RM319 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
K2 Brisbane
Outdoor pool

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort

Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
2.0 star property
Cairns Central Business District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (444 reviews)
"Decent place to stay for the price. Good location."
United States
Andrea
The price is RM588
RM646 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel & Resort
Rooftop terrace

YHA Brisbane City

YHA Brisbane City
2.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (454 reviews)
"Clean rooms and bathrooms, friendly staff, amazing location "
Australia
Candy
The price is RM312
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
YHA Brisbane City
Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

Roamer Brisbane

Roamer Brisbane
3.0 star property
Brisbane Central Business District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (169 reviews)
"fairly nearby shops, food available in the place, rooms, views and staff were great."
Australia
Anthony
The price is RM338
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Roamer Brisbane
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Top Northern Australia Hotel Reviews

Dorsett Gold Coast

Dorsett Gold Coast

10/10 Excellent
"Always a good time away with the kids. We love the pool and ease of access to food, shops and entertainment"
warrick 1-night trip
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Dorsett Gold Coast

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