Offering a barbecue and a fitness centre, Reef Lodge Backpackers is situated in Townsville in the Queensland Region. There are 2 shared seating areas with 2 large TV as well as balcony areas and a well equipped communal kitchen and laundry facilities. A small fitness centre, free barbecue facilities, darts and a billiards table are available. Reef HQ and the Museum of Tropical Queensland is just over the road from Reef Lodge Backpackers. The Strand beachfront and the Magnetic Island Ferry are only 500 metres away. Townsville Airport is 6 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 single bed
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.0
Facilities
7.6
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
6.7
Low score for Townsville
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Reef Lodge Backpackers

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water park
  • Evening entertainment
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Darts
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Casino
  • Games room
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Adult only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Higher level toilet
Wellness
  • Fitness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Reef Lodge Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:30 to 20:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 09:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 25. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Eftpos Cash Reef Lodge Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property does not accept reservations from local guests, from the Townsville region.

Please note that the reception opening hours are as follows:

Morning 09:00 - 12:30 & Afternoon 15:30 - 20:00 daily

Late check-in (after 20:00) and early arrival can be arranged in advance if requested prior to 18:00 on the previous day. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note guests must present a valid passport or Drivers License as proof of identity.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

This property is located in a busy area and guests may experience noise.

A damage deposit of AUD 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Reef Lodge Backpackers

  • Check-in at Reef Lodge Backpackers is from 15:30, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The prices at Reef Lodge Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Reef Lodge Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Casino
    • Darts
    • Evening entertainment
    • Beachfront
    • Water park
    • Beach
    • Walking tours

  • Reef Lodge Backpackers is 700 yards from the centre of Townsville. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is just 600 yards from Reef Lodge Backpackers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.