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Maze Backpackers Gold Coast

2.0 star property
Hotel in Gold Coast, 5-minute walk to Cavill Avenue

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Triple Room, Balcony | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Elevator
Triple Room, Balcony | Balcony view
Balcony view
Exterior
Maze Backpackers Gold Coast offers a laid-back atmosphere with a sunny terrace for relaxation. The library provides a quiet reading space, and its location near Surfers Paradise Beach makes exploring easy. Laundry facilities and secure bicycle storage add practical touches.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Triple Room, Balcony | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Family Room - Shared- Bathroom | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room - Shared- Bathroom

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room - EnSuite- Balcony | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room - EnSuite- Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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12 Bed Mixed Dorm. | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

12 Bed Mixed Dorm.

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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10-Bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

10-Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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8-Bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

8-Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6-Bed Female Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Female Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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6-Bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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4-Bed Mixed Dorm | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-Bed Mixed Dorm

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Ceiling fan
8 bathrooms
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
3282 Surfers Paradise Blvd, Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217

What's nearby

  • Chevron Renaissance - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cavill Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Slingshot - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cypress Avenue Station - 3 min walk
  • Helensvale Station - 22 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nosh Pan Asian - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Betty's Burgers & Concrete Co. - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Clock Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Max Brenner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Jordania - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Maze Backpackers Gold Coast

Hotel near Surfers Paradise Beach
Cavill Avenue and Slingshot are located near Maze Backpackers Gold Coast, which provides a terrace, a library, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • Secured bicycle storage, an elevator, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Maze Backpackers Gold Coast boast perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • 8 bathrooms with showers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges AUD 1.5 for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of AUD 1.5

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Maze Backpackers Gold Coast Hotel
Maze Backpackers Gold Coast Surfers Paradise
Maze Backpackers Gold Coast Hotel Surfers Paradise

Frequently asked questions

Is Maze Backpackers Gold Coast pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Maze Backpackers Gold Coast?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Maze Backpackers Gold Coast?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Maze Backpackers Gold Coast?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Maze Backpackers Gold Coast located?

Located in Surfers Paradise, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Chevron Renaissance, Cavill Avenue, and Surfers Paradise Beach. The Star Gold Coast is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. Cypress Avenue Station is only a 3-minute walk and Florida Gardens station is 27 minutes.

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Maze Backpackers Gold Coast Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 32 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good area, close to a big parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrispen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Toru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very reasonable price and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostel!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ke

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
1. Nobody ever mentioned, including order page, emails from expedia, etc. that passport is required for check-in. Passport is a MUST! 2. People chatting and flirting during midnight till 2AM, loud and noisy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna Thanuj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay and staff were great. Checked in at 9 PM and was smooth. the rooms were kept clean and every bed has a light so that you wont disturb your roommates. Kitchen and other amenities are good. Bathrooms needs a bit of work as the water gets stagnated. This can cause a bit of inconvenience. Overall great place to stay and i would love to go back next time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ridder

Liked: Amenities
Nice place to stay in the middle of the action in Surfers Paradise
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad reza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unlike Hostel G Perth, the property was well maintained and managed by friendly staff members.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 3 nights. Easy to get to from the airport, good location, friendly staff. Bathrooms clean. Floors in bedrooms could have been cleaner.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Maze was one of the best hostels i've ever stayed at. My roommates for super nice, the room was spotless. There is an excellent restaurant downstairs. Two block walk to the beach. Three blocks to the bus stop and easy transport to the airport. I wasn't crazy about the unisex showers, but it was workable. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

AHMED

No aireation in the room
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Luis

Disliked: Cleanliness
Na
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Maze Backpackers Gold Coast is a newly refurbished and well-managed hostel offering a high standard of security. Guests are provided with access cards for secure entry to their rooms and each floor. Conveniently located directly opposite Coles Supermarket—which is open until 10 pm—and within walking distance of a vibrant dining and entertainment precinct, the hostel sits above the Clock Hotel pub, known for its $10 jugs on Thursday nights. A standout feature is the complimentary nightly dinner. Each guest receives a dinner voucher daily, redeemable at the Clock Hotel pub on the ground floor between 5 pm and 9 pm. Meals are freshly prepared by qualified chefs, with strict adherence to hygiene and food safety standards. This arrangement offers a more professional and hygienic alternative to nearby hostels such as Tequila Sunrise, where free dinners are prepared in bulk, hours in advance, at the one and only kitchen facilities available for guests. Maze Backpackers spans four levels—from Level 2 to Level 5—offering a mix of private and communal spaces ideal for both relaxation and socializing. Each floor is equipped with toilets and showers, with a well-balanced ratio of facilities to guests. If the amenities on your floor are occupied, you can easily access others via stairs or elevator. For added convenience, a luggage storage room is available for use both before check-in and after check-out. For daily dinner menus and further details, visit the Maze Backpackers website.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
One of the staff at the reception is rude.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shirley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked a private room for 4, but Reinaldo said to Dianne that there isn’t a four bedder, so he said he’ll put us in a 6 bedder privately. When we checked in, we were told that Reinaldo was not around, and the room which was supposedly just for us had 2 other occupants. We explained what was discussed with Reinaldo, but the lady at the reception said Reinaldo cannot be reached, and will tell him to give Dianne a call. Reinaldo never called. The hygiene of the hostel was not up to standard. The room (303) that we were allocated stunk! It smelt day and night & has not been ventilated. We avoided being in the room too long because it smelt. The doonas in our room were not replaced with fresh one, but was passed on from one occupant to another. They just removed the bed sheets, replaced with fresh ones, then recycled the same doona that’s been sat on, stepped on, probably dribbled on by a filthy bedder who hasn’t showered. The doonas also stunk! The beds were covered with normal sheet, not fitted sheet, so you end up laying half on bed, and half on the sheet throughout the night. The showers smelt pee. There is nowhere to hang a towel in the shower. They were NOT disinfected daily by the hostel. The toilets also were not disinfected, so do the wash basin & counter top. There is no paper towel in the toilet so can’t wipe down or sit on toiletries when grooming. The powder area in the toilet was dirty, was never wiped down daily. Kitchen tables & stools were too tall.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryoga

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

XI

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Sungwon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tzu-Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

TOSHIKI

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sang

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sang

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

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