The Coolest Hostels In Queensland Australia

Visiting Queensland can be expensive and feel overwhelming at times – let’s face it, we’re a big state (in a big country!) and long way from home for a lot of you. We’ve rounded up some of the coolest hostels in Queensland to save you some cash but definitely won’t mean you sacrifice on the experience.

1. Gilligan's Backpackers Hotel and Resort

Hostel, Resort, Hotel

Located in the heart of Cairns, Gilligan’s boasts a short walk to heaps of cafes, nightclubs, Rusty’s Market and more. In the Cairn’s heat, you’ll make the most of the massive pristine pool and cheap $5 meals. The fun starts at themed nights, a huge outdoor pub screen, day trips and giveaways – not to mention nightclubs hosting top international DJs.

2. Daintree Crocodylus

If you’re up in the north and want to see as much of the lush tropical landscape in its natural environment, this eco-friendly, safari style group accommodation is a great option. Daintree Crocodylus offers a heap of experiences, including an amazing two day sea-kayaking expedition to the amazing Snapper Island.

If hanging at base camp is more your style, enjoy the pool and relax in the common areas.

Lot 5, Buchanan Creek Road, Cow Bay, Australia +61 7 4098 9166

Daintree | © Flickr/PROEric Gropp

Sleeping Inn

Sleeping Inn on the Gold Coast comes loaded with heaps of freebies – storage, WiFi, boogie boards etc. A heap of activities are on site to keep you busy when you’re not off exploring the nearby hustle and bustle of the Gold Coast. You’ll be entertained with free nightclub entry every night, $5 BBQ, pizza nights and a swimming pool onsite; plus there are ‘dive inn’ movie nights.

26 Peninsular Drive, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, Australia +61 7 5592 4455

3. Breeze Lodge

Hostel, Lodge

Breeze Lodge is one of Brisbane’s best hostels. Not only is it well known for being sparkling clean, but you won’t want to leave the lounge chairs on the rooftop overlooking the city. Super-speedy internet and two massive lounge areas will give you some reprieve from the big smoke, so you can catch up on some Netflix.

4. Gagaju Bushcamp

Head off the beaten track and get the bush camp experience. While you’re not too far from Noosa’s trendy high street, you’ll feel like you’re in the middle of the Aussie bush. Think of waking up to songbirds, experiencing bushfires at night or canoeing in the river just meters from your camp. This isn’t your nightclub party backpacking experience, this is an authentic Australiana one. Take the bug spray – and the adventurous spirit!

118 Johns rd Tewantin, Cooroibah, Australia +617 5474 3522

Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.

Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.

Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.

Culture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family.

We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.