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Yeppoon Beachhouse

Yeppoon

Located directly across the road from a beautiful beach with views across the Keppel Islands, Yeppoon Beachouse offers budget accommodation in the scenic sea-side village of Yeppoon, 40 minutes' drive from the centre of Rockhampton.

The nearest airport is Rockhampton Airport, 40 km from the hostel. It was ment to be a hostel but never stayed in a hostel that was as nice as this one before.

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9.1
Superb
703 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Backpackers at 1770

Agnes Water

All linen is provided free of charge, and all dormitory rooms offer ensuite bathrooms and private lockers. The double rooms offer privacy with a door. The Queen Rooms offer full privacy and access to private kitchen, dining and living areas. I recently had the pleasure of staying at this hostel, and I must say, it was an amazing experience. The hostel had a really cool vibe, and I loved the laid-back atmosphere. But what made my stay truly unforgettable was the amazing people I met there. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming, and it was great to be able to meet other travelers and share stories and experiences. I cannot thank the staff and fellow guests enough for their kindness and for making my stay such a memorable one. The hostel itself was also great - clean, comfortable, and with all the amenities I needed. But it was really the people that made this place stand out. I highly recommend this hostel to anyone looking for a fun and friendly place to stay. Thank you again to all the amazing people I met there!

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8.2
Very good
638 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Cool Bananas Backpackers

Agnes Water

Just a 5-minute walk from the beach, Cool Bananas Backpackers features surf lessons and rental surfboards. A bar and BBQ facilities are also provided. Free WiFi is available in public areas.

The hostel offers modern dormitory rooms with access to shared bathroom facilities. the place gave up an absolute chill vibe. the common areas as well as the rooms itself and shared bathrooms were very spacious. short way to the beach and stores, pick up from greyhound bus and luggage delivery service back to it. nice staff! i read through other reviews and must admit that I also couldn’t sleep bc of loud music, but who bothers that at a hostel for young ppl? not me! can’t agree on most of the other bad reviews. I could honestly have stayed longer just bc of the hostel.

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8.1
Very good
307 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Tomato Backpackers

Bundaberg

Located in Bundaberg, 19 km from Bundaberg Port Marina, Tomato Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a concierge service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. Great place to stay, just opposite the Hinkler Shopping centre and other amenities.

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5.3
Review score
153 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Bunk Inn Hostel

Bundaberg

Located in Bundaberg, 19 km from Bundaberg Port Marina, Bunk Inn Hostel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Everything was so clean and tidy. A manager was so nice. People staying at the hostel were so friendly and kind. Even though I stayed there for just one week, it felt like I was a part of a large family. I highly recommend this place.

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6.4
Review score
376 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Rockhampton Backpackers YHA

Rockhampton

Rockhampton backpackers offers accommodation in Rockhampton.

Each room is equipped with a private or shared bathroom.

You can play billiards at the hostel. Rockhampton Airport is 5 km from the property. The manager is very cool and kind person. She is trying her very best to keep the place well organized abd smoothly funtcional. This is not only the cheapest hostel in the entire Australia - but maybe also the most well thought one. During my stay I really had this feeling that the lady was running this hostel more for humanitarian, rather than commercial reasons. Defenetly a stay to remember...

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6.8
Review score
493 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Gladstone Backpackers

Gladstone

Offering a pool surrounded by palms and hammocks, a wood fireplace and licenced bar, Gladstone Backpackers is set in Gladstone in the heart of the Southern Great Barrier Reef. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property. Staff were great meals looked ok but I never had

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6.9
Review score
197 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat 3.5 stars

Agnes Water

Set in Agnes Water, 3 km from Agnes Water, 1770 Southern Cross Travellers Retreat offers accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Staff are great,very polite and helpful

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7.8
Good
423 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Beachside 1770 YHA 3 stars

Agnes Water

Beachside 1770 YHA is a tranquil little getaway in paradise. With surfboard and bike hire, and just a 200m walk through the lush rainforest to Agnes Waters' main beach, you'll be able to get the most out of our great backyard. ...and being pet friendly, your pooch can experience it all right with you!

For those warmer summer days in our sleepy coastal town, the hostel features a billiards table, dart board, shaded pool and an air-conditioned lounge. Great location. Friendly staff. Comfortable bed. Large room. Good Value for the area!

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7.8
Good
353 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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