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Backpackers By The Bay

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An aerial view of a coastal area with clear blue waters, sandy beaches, and lush green vegetation. - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)
A green house with a sign that reads "BACKPACKER'S BY THE BAY". - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)
A clear blue pool with a lifeguard chair and a small boat, surrounded by palm trees and a hilly landscape in the background. - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)
A marina at sunset with boats docked and a clear sky. - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, overlooking a swimming pool and marina. - Backpackers By The Bay (Airlie Beach)
Close to Airlie Beach Lagoon, Backpackers By The Bay provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and a library.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar

Room options

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A bunk bed with a green mattress, a wooden headboard, and a small shelf above the lower bunk.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with green pillows in a room with a herringbone-patterned wooden floor and a green door.

Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a teal blanket, white pillows, and a striped towel with a flower.

Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a laptop on the lower shelf, a small table, and a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Airlie Beach, Backpackers By The Bay is near the beach. Airlie Beach Market and Whitsunday Shopping Centre are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Airlie Beach Lagoon and Conway National Park. Visit our Airlie Beach travel guide
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12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802

What's nearby

  • A marina with two sailboats docked, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
    Port of Airlie
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A sunny beachside market with people walking and stalls selling clothes.
    Airlie Beach Market
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A large, clear swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a beach.
    Airlie Beach Lagoon
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A beach with turquoise water, white sandy shore, and houses with white roofs.
    Boathaven Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A marina with numerous sailboats docked at sunset.
    Coral Sea Marina
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Proserpine Station
    24 min drive
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Deck
    15 min walk
  • KC's Bar & Grill
    14 min walk
  • Fat Frog Cafe
    6 min drive
  • The Pub
    13 min walk
  • Whitsunday Seafood Bar
    13 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: AUD 3 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 3.00 per person

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Does Backpackers By The Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Backpackers By The Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Backpackers By The Bay?

Check-in begins at noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Backpackers By The Bay?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Backpackers By The Bay located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Port of Airlie and Airlie Beach Lagoon. Heart Reef and Conway National Park are also within 15 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Backpackers By The Bay Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.2

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Met the best people! The owner is a legend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, thank you

Lovely staff who were very helpful when i had questions on getting around. Showers and bathroom were good, appreciate the strong water pressure. Easy 10 minute walk into town. No issues at all, thank you for the lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Don’t book it

Went in and out after a minute. So dirty and the building felt teared apart. Would not recommend. We got our money back so that was very kind and left directly after we saw the bathrooms. It’s not even very close to the Main Street.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Backpackers by the Bay was the perfect place to end our stay in the Whitsundays. Peter and Hannah were super friendly and helpful, making us feel right at home. The systems work really well, with bathrooms and kitchen super clean, lots of amenities that helped us with rinsing our camping gear, relaxing hammocks. And remarkably quiet for a place with so many younger guests. A great stay and the best introduction to a hostel that our young daughters could have!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Nice

Nice atmosphere in the hostel and price worthy. Needs better cleaning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018