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On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Escape to nature's playground and ignite your sense of adventure. Unwind with a good book or fire up some fun at an arcade.

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Surrounded by the natural beauty of Crater Lakes National Park, On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel offers a unique retreat. Explore the garden, challenge yourself in the arcade/game room, or unwind with a book from the library. With free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities at your fingertips, this hostel is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy bike rentals and barbecue grills.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is ฿1,158
฿1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted shelf with plants.

Budget Queen Room - Fan Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning | WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room with Air-conditioning

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Family Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

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A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 10
  • 5 Single Bunk Beds

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A room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds
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About the area

Yungaburra is home to On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Curtain Fig National Park and Crater Lakes National Park. Lake Eacham and Lake Barrine are two other places to visit that come recommended. Boat tours, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Yungaburra travel guide
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34 Eacham Road, Yungaburra, QLD, 4884

What's nearby

  • A large tree with extensive roots and dense foliage.
    Curtain Fig National Park
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A large lake surrounded by dense forest.
    Crater Lakes National Park
    3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • A lakeside view with a table featuring a cup of coffee and a pastry.
    Lake Barrine
    6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • A waterfall surrounded by dense green foliage.
    Millaa Millaa Falls
    32 min drive - 46.6 km
  • Artistree Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Tolga Station
    15 min drive
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yungaburra Pub
    11 min walk
  • Mr Belson
    4 min walk
  • Lake Barrine Tea House
    7 min drive
  • Botanica Yungaburra
    5 min walk
  • Malanda Bakery
    12 min drive

About this property

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel

  • Hostel near Crater Lakes National Park
  • Located close to Curtain Fig National Park and Lake Eacham, On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel provides a garden, an arcade/games room and a library. Active travellers can enjoy canoeing at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a restaurant.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
    • Barbecues, a vegetable garden and a living plant wall
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel have amenities, such as WiFi.

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property participates in Ecotourism Australia ECO Certification – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Canoeing
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's toys
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open from Monday to Friday (8:00 AM to 8:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (9:00 AM to 7:00 PM) and Sunday to Sunday (9:00 AM to 2:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a deposit of AUD 50.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel?

As of 23 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel on 8 Aug 2026 start from ฿1,158, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel located?

Situated in Yungaburra, this hostel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Curtain Fig National Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Crater Lakes National Park. Lake Eacham and Lake Barrine are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

On The Wallaby Eco Lodge - Hostel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 114 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mykle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice and clean, great spot, always a good time when we stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff and property wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and service 🙂
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are so friendly and informative about what there is to do around the Tablelands. We stayed in one of the private rooms with aircon and it was really clean. Showers were amazing. The area in which you cook/eat, hangout and toilets were always spotless. Would recommend to anyone, and planning our next stay already!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love it here! Awesome staff and facilities. Thank you and see you again for the next visit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mr kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Great communication from Veronica and Bella was very welcoming….a heater for those cold nights would be great too
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here twice before on our trips to the tablelands it's always clean safe and a great atmosphere with excellent staff and facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a beautiful oasis. My stay here was amazing and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and quiet property, with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Great amenities. Very relaxing, calming eco friendly area. Would happily return. Staff friendly and helpfull. Close to everything including the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Due to arrival of a bus tour group we were invited to join the dinner group. Excellent bbq food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was great and truly felt like home. The decoration was thoughtfully designed down to the smallest detail, with a lot of care, making it incredibly cozy and welcoming. Everything was spotless clean, super nice and warm. The only small issue was the upstairs light being on all night, which came into the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hostel in Australia…..maybe in the world 😎🙏

Fantastic hostel with nice facilityes and a great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic hostel. Clean, quiet and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money. Clean and quiet. Great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sang Wooi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was beautifully done up and clean. The amenities including the kitchen in the lodge was sufficient to cater the large crowd. Staff was friendly and helpful. The lakes at the national park were amazing. We enjoyed the walk around the lakes although we did not sight many birds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bich Ngoc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s a cute little place for a night rest. The bed and mattress need updating though. It creaked every time I moved.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After multiple stays, it gets better each time. It's a very welcoming and home-like atmosphere. The staff are always friendly and helpful, the rooms are nice and the location is really convenient. The amenities are great too and it very nice to meet fellow travellers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and friendly staff. Even an open fire at night. Loved the outside/inside bathroom. Cotton sheets and and a non squeeky bed would have made it perfect
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. It was superclean and a great kitchen with everything you could need for a good meal. Big fridges and cupboards to keep your goods safe and cold. Lots of games, big washing machines, good vibes, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my three nights at On the Wallaby because of the nice peeps and the quiet area it was in. It was clise to where I had to be. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room and toilet/shower. Wel enquipped kitchen. Parking on dirt road across the street. Rooms are noisy and there were tours arriving on the days I was there, they were very loud in the early morning at 6:30.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaelen

Liked: Amenities
This was a lovely place to stay. I stayed in one of the private “go rooms”, which was like a private room made from a trailer on wheels. It was surprisingly cozy! I liked how there were sufficient share facilities and a large kitchen/dining area. The place was centrally located in town, making it easy to walk down to the park to go look for platypus. I’d recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024