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The 10 Best Hostels in Townsville, Australia

Some of the best backpacker spots in Townsville

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Within walking distance from the beach and close to a range of shops, Civic Guesthouse offers free WiFi. This peaceful accommodation offers a free shuttle service 4 times a day from the Greyhound/Premier bus and Magnetic Island Ferry terminal. bus terminal.

Great hostel, good facilities, rooms are nice and spacious. Location is fine - near CBD and near the bottom of Castle Hill for a nice walk.

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7.8
Good
1,428 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Set in Townsville, within 1.4 km of Reef HQ and 2.8 km of Townsville 400 Racetrack Start / Finish line, Seaside Lodge Townsville provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is situated 2.6 km from Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre, 3 km from Townsville Train Station and 13 km from Riverway. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from The Strand Beach.

You can play billiards at the hostel.

Great place.nearby seaside and supermaket.

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6.4
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170 reviews
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£19
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Offering a barbecue and a fitness centre, Reef Lodge Backpackers is situated in Townsville in the Queensland Region.

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.

I stayed for 7 nights, my first stay here. I will definitely come again as i found the Reef Lodge to be an easy home away from home. The owners are caring and conscientious maintaining a high standard. The place is very clean and safe, with a nice tropical ambience inside. Another thing is nice location close to the Waterfront and CBD. Recommended

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7
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399 reviews
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£71
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Featuring free WiFi, a year-round swimming pool and a barbecue, CStay is located on Magnetic Island in Picnic Bay, 9 km from Townsville.

Rooms come with a shared bathroom.

You will find a shared kitchen at the property.

Very chill and good vibes, Louie was a perfect cutie and funny host! We loved them! ❤️ Room was clean and very comfortable with free towels, fridge and air conditioning.

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8.1
Very good
289 reviews
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£29
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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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Hostels that guests love in Townsville

  • Avg. price/night: £36.35
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,428 reviews
    A bit more of a dated old style hostel. But everything was clean, comfortable and safe.
    kelsey
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £124.46
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,884 reviews
    Great location in a quieter part of Townsville, yet very close to the strand and Palmer Street (only a few minutes drive). Our apartment had stunning views of the water and a very spacious balcony. It was the perfect size for a family of three. We will definitely be staying here again! Love the bonus of a cafe downstairs for a nice coffee in the morning. The best part was the value for money. It was one of the cheapest accommodation we could find in Townsville that offered two bedrooms
    Annie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £94.30
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 994 reviews
    Great Location. Secure underground lock up parking. Close to cinema and mutiple food options. Very safe and secure place to stay.
    Jacob
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £36.35
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,428 reviews
    We stayed here one night before and one night after our trip to magnetic island. Our twin room was clean, spacious, and even had its own refrigerator. The outdoor communal spaces were really lovely for congregating and meeting people. There were social events arranged by the staff most evenings. There is a free shuttle between the hostel and the greyhound/ferry station a few times per day.
    Lucy
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £141.71
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,453 reviews
    Great location, clean, and felt safe.
    Lea-anne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £47.41
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,569 reviews
    I love the Allen and have been staying there for years. It's in a great location, rooms are cheap, staff are friendly. It's old and rooms have some battle scars but the essential parts all work and that's all I need😄
    nerin
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £81.66
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,827 reviews
    Large space, cheap prices, great location
    Kerry
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £47.41
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,569 reviews
    Great location , budget friendly , good sized rooms
    Kate
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £81.66
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,827 reviews
    Spacious.. great location .. safe parking.. comfortable beds
    Kimera
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £65.85
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 787 reviews
    The rooms are quite comfortable, nice size bathrooms for up to three people, different room standards is good for different budgets. Staff are very helpful and accommodating and great location not far from shops and town Thank you for a pleasant stay
    Colleen
    Family with young children
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