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The 10 Best Hostels in Airlie Beach, Australia

Some of the best backpacker spots in Airlie Beach

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The Hostel, Airlie Beach is close to the swimming lagoon, local nightlife, restaurants and cafes. It offers air-conditioned private and dormitory rooms, most offering a balcony. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool and use the free WiFi hotspot.

Nice location and good price and it was clean, and quite at night so I had good night rest before my sailing trip

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7.6
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1,467 reviews
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£24
per night

Just 5 minutes' walk from Airlie Beach, Nomads Backpackers Airlie Beach Backpackers Hostel is set amongst tropical native gardens. Guests enjoy a swimming pool, volleyball court and a poolside bar. Free WiFi is available.

Good offers in the bar and restaurant. Great community feel.

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6.4
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1,153 reviews
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£28
per night

Situated just 400 meters from the main street of Airlie Beach and located directly in front of the bus transit centre, Backpackers By The Bay offers relaxed accommodation and is in a convenient location to enjoy Airlie's nightlife. Free WiFi and internet access are available.

The best hostel in the area, cosy and far from the party noise , the staff is super friendly and helpful . Everyone has their locker and enough storage room. Facilities are clean and well taken care of , I felt safe and looked after during my stay . And bonus for the lovely cuckatoos living around 👍🏽

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7.4
Good
685 reviews
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£26
per night

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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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  • Avg. price/night: £134.30
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 81 reviews
    Great location very clean and worked out cheaper for 4 of us to stay than the hostel
    Molly
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £72.65
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,466 reviews
    great location, lovely staff, good facilities e.g kitchen, washing, storage etc. I really liked the vibe at this hostel. It’s too big, and everyone was friendly. Really great location only a few minutes walk from the beach and Main Street in Airlie, with a liquor store just opposite and a Cole’s only a few minutes walk away. Wifi and Air con were also good and working! Easy to store luggage if going on a Whitsundays tour and returning, too.
    Emma
    Solo traveller
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 110 reviews
    Excellent accommodation. All necessities provided including water, milk, coffee pods, biscuits and many other extras. Great location. Fabulous pool. Could not criticise. Safe secure underground parking too.
    Vanessa Williams 25
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.65
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,466 reviews
    The hostel is in a great location in Airlie Beach. It is also very clean and the staff are friendly. It is quiet at nighttime.
    Eva
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £57.48
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,369 reviews
    One of the best hostels I stayed at ! Kitchen was great with free coffee and tea And the place feels like you’re in the jungle !
    Meira
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £104.95
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,398 reviews
    cheap, clean and great location
    Jennifer
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £57.48
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,369 reviews
    great location lovely hostel surroundings good kitchen and bar very friendly and helpful staff
    Chloe
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £51.68
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 685 reviews
    - Very friendly staff and residents - There's a lot of local info posted around the hostel, which makes settling into airlie beach easy. - Great location in airlie, close to the greyhound terminal and a short walk away from the centre
    Dale
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £79.47
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,326 reviews
    The bed was super comfortable, great location and was budget friendly!
    Tanicka
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £82.27
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 986 reviews
    Its cheap and in a great location, doesn't pretend to be 5 star highly recommended if on a budget. Staff are fantastic
    Daniel Flanigan
    Family with young children

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