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Our top choices for East Coast Australia hostels

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area surrounded by trees.

1. Bounce Magnetic Island

Bounce Magnetic Island
3.0 star property
Horseshoe Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (82 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 ฿2,639
฿2,903 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Bounce Magnetic Island
Lobby sitting area

2. Avenues Xchange

Avenues Xchange
1.0 star property
Hermit Park
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"Great staff, beautiful house"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ฿1,695
฿1,864 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Avenues Xchange
A beachfront property with a wooden structure, a balcony, and a view of the ocean and hills.

3. 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 ฿7,121
฿7,834 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Nomads Magnetic Island - Hostel
A two-story building with a sign reading "Yeppoon Beach House Backpacker & Budget Accommodation". There are steps leading to the entrance, a small garden with plants, and a fence around the property.

4. Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel

Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yeppoon
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (64 reviews)
"Right across the street from the beach and a caffe serving all levels of breakfast and lunch 40 meters away"
Australia
Derek
The price is ฿2,596
฿2,856 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Yeppoon Beachhouse - Hostel
An aerial view of a beach with clear water, several kayaks, and people.

5. YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)

YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)
1.0 star property
Morning Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 reviews)
"This hostel is suitable for people who love nature "
Hong Kong SAR China
KIM SONG
The price is ฿2,467
฿2,714 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
YHA Pittwater Eco (Sydney)
A hotel room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

6. London Gate Backpackers Hostel

London Gate Backpackers Hostel
1.0 star property
Potts Point
The price is ฿1,274
฿1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
London Gate Backpackers Hostel
A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a plant.

7. YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Bilinga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Nicely located and friendly staff"
Australia
John
The price is ฿2,789
฿3,068 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
A narrow outdoor space with corrugated metal walls, a wooden door, and a small garden area with potted plants.

8. On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Yungaburra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (119 reviews)
"Lovely chill place to stay - wish we had longer Looks like a place you could really relax and enjoy a chilled out pace of life for a while"
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is ฿1,159
฿1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel
A woman standing at the entrance of a building labeled "Beach House."

9. Stoke Beach House - Hostel

Stoke Beach House - Hostel
1.5 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (101 reviews)
"Clean room, wonderful location, good vibes."
Australia
Alexander
The price is ฿3,195
฿3,514 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stoke Beach House - Hostel
A living room with a television, a bookshelf, a leather couch, and a door leading to another room.

10. Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel

Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Manly
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Super nice hostel in Manly. Rooms were nice and clean and staff were very helpful. Look forward to staying again!"
Australia
Mara
The price is ฿3,817
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Manly Bunkhouse - Hostel
A small, well-lit room with two single beds, a standing fan, a shelf unit, and a small table.

11. Flashpackers Hervey Bay

Flashpackers Hervey Bay
1.0 star property
Torquay
The price is ฿1,395
฿1,534 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Flashpackers Hervey Bay
A pool area with a clear blue pool, surrounded by palm trees and a wooden deck.

12. Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers

Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Macquarie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great value for money. Basic accommodation but functional and comfortable. Close to CBD and the waterfront 😀"
Australia
Abel
The price is ฿2,421
฿2,663 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ozzie Pozzie Backpackers
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea.

13. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Excellent services Amazing staff Great location I'd highly recommend it!"
Australia
Sasan
The price is ฿4,841
฿5,326 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A beach scene with clear blue water and distant islands.

14. 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 ฿2,553
฿2,808 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Jackaroo Treehouse Mission Beach - Hostel
Two women sitting on a concrete ledge by the beach with a view of the ocean and a coastal town in the background.

15. Little Drifter Bondi Beach

Little Drifter Bondi Beach
2.0 star property
Bondi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful, our room was clean and comfortable, great location and reasonably priced. I would recommend The Little Drifter at Bondi Beach."
Australia
Jackie
The price is ฿2,858
฿3,143 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Little Drifter Bondi Beach
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

16. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"I really loved this hostel! I booked a private room for two. The staff were really nice and had great amenities"
Australia
Candelaria
The price is ฿4,269
฿4,696 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a pool and outdoor seating.

17. Freedom Rainbow Beach

Freedom Rainbow Beach
1.0 star property
Rainbow Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Nice place "
Australia
Christoph
The price is ฿4,354
฿4,790 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Freedom Rainbow Beach
A nighttime pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

18. Dougies Backpackers

Dougies Backpackers
1.5 star property
Port Douglas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Great place, no complaints. "
United States
Kaidan
The price is ฿2,360
฿2,596 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Dougies Backpackers
A patio area with a wooden deck, palm trees, and a covered seating area with umbrellas.

19. Somewhere To Stay Backpackers

Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
2.0 star property
Highgate Hill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (156 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the night when we missed our flight. The pool looks great although we didn't use it. The room was nice, but there was really loud annoying noises through the night and in the morning."
United States
Kevin
The price is ฿2,673
฿2,941 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Somewhere To Stay Backpackers
Outdoor dining

20. Halse Lodge

Halse Lodge
2.0 star property
Noosa Heads
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 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 ฿5,535
฿6,089 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Halse Lodge
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East Coast Australia Hostels information

Number of reviews
603
Accommodation
58 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,274
Highest Price
฿7,834