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Backpackers Guide Locations

-Queensland
-Nothern Territory
-Western Australia
-South Australia
-Victoria
-Tasmania
-New South Wales

QUEENSLAND

AIRLIE BEACH

Backpackers by the Bay
12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach 4802
Tel/Fax: 61 7 4946 7267
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 646 994
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.backpackersbythebay.com/

SITUATED ON THE WATERFRONT IN AIRLIE BEACH. Magnificent water views. Tourism Award Winner. Salt water pool, hammocks & sun-lounges to 'chill out'. Regular monster BBQs. Latest release videos shown nightly. Full kitchen facilities, laundry & games room. 4 minute walk to all the 'eats & drinks' of Airlie Beach. Free Courtesy Bus, free linen and free peace & quiet after raging in town. Doubles, twins & dorms (max 4). A Quiet, Tropical Setting With A Friendly Atmosphere And Great Service.

Beaches Backpackers
356 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach 4802
Tel: 61 7 4946 6244 Fax: 61 7 4946 7764
Toll Free: 1800 636 630
Email: [email protected] 

Winner 1994, 1995 & 1996 Whitsunday Tourism Accommodation Award! Winner 1995 Queensland Tourism Award. CENTRE OF TOWN DIRECTLY OPPOSITE BUS TERMINAL. Fully airconditioned rooms with ensuite bathrooms. TV, fridge, radio, real beds (no bunks). Double size beds. Games and Video Room. Licensed Bar. Laundry facilities. A la Carte Restaurant, meals from $4.50. Swimming pool set amongst spacious sundecks and tropical gardens. Internet computer available for guests' use. There’s always something happening at Beaches!

Koala Beach Resort
336 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach 4802
Tel: 61 7 4946 6001 Fax: 61 7 4946 6761
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 800 421
Email: [email protected] 

Tourism Award Winner 1998. Beachside Tropical Oasis in the Heart of Airlie Beach. Every Luxury. RESORT ROOM INCLUDES: Air conditioning, TV and FREE late release movies, full ensuite facilities, daily servicing. RESORT FACILITIES INCLUDE: Pool and spa, licenced bar, budged priced meals, guest laundry and pack storage. Only campground in Airlie Beach. Internet facilities, Tour & Cruise Desk. Multi Award Winner for Best Budget Accommodation.

BRISBANE

Aussie Way Backpackers
34 Cricket Street, Brisbane 4000
Tel: 61 7 3369 0711 Fax: 61 7 3252 5172
Freecall: 1800 242 997

Come and enjoy your stay in one of Brisbane's earliest colonial homes, now fully renovated and offering Single, Twin and Dormitory accommodation. Located behind Brisbane's transit centre in the city. Everything you need is on our doorstep. We are a small hostel in a QUIET street with self catering, SWIMMING POOL, PARKING, T.V., video, laundry, security lockers. Leave your luggage while you travel.

Balmoral House "Best Inn"® Brisbane
33 Amelia Street, Fortitude Valley 4006
Tel: 61 7 3252 1397 Fax: 61 7 3252 5892
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 066 202

Balmoral House is a lovely olde world cavity brick building which has been completely rebuilt internally and upgraded to a classic 1930's style restoration, one of Brisbane's Best, offering dormitory, single, twin, double and family rooms, with share bathrooms or private ensuite bathroom. 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 - Only BRA-VIP Hostel In Brisbane To Be Awarded The Top 5 Backpacks Rating! Totally rebuilt and upgraded to Brisbane's top rated quality budget accommodation in a superb, convenient City-centre location. Airport Shuttle Bus comes to the door. Easy walk or one train stop to City Mall. Shops, Banks, Hotels, Trains, Bus - at the door! Huge double kitchen - dining room. Common Room - Full Laundry. Lovely outdoor relaxation areas. ISD Phone/Fax - Security - Tour Desk. Colour TV/Fans in ALL rooms. Free Pickup From Airport And Transit Centre.

Banana Bender Backpackers
118 Petrie Terrace, (Cnr Jessie Street),
Brisbane 4000
Tel: 61 7 3367 1157 Fax: 61 7 3368 1047
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 241 157
Email: [email protected] 

AIRPORT SHUTTLE BUS TO THE DOOR. EASY WALK TO TRANSIT CENTRE & CITY. Situated in an historic inner city neighbourhood just minutes walking from the Transit Centre and Downtown. XXXX Brewery tours. FREE bus to Stradbroke Island. FRIENDLY helpful advice. Bar-B-Ques. FREE bus to Backpackers parties. Pool Table - Security Storage - Laundry - Full Kitchen. TV lounge - ISD Telephone. ONLY 8 MINUTES WALK FROM TRANSIT CENTRE. SHARE, TWINS & DOUBLES AVAILABLE.

Brisbane Backpackers Resort
110 Vulture Street, West End 4101
Tel: 61 7 3844 9956 Fax: 61 7 3844 9295
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 626 452
Email: [email protected] 

Located 5 minutes from the city, this resort offers backpacker accommodation and self-contained rooms. Facilities include a restaurant with budget meals and licensed bar with happy hours.

Brisbane's Homestead
57 Annie Street, New Farm 4005
Tel: 61 7 3358 3538 Fax: 61 7 3254 1609
Freecall: 1800 658 344

From $11 per night Dorms, Twins, Doubles, Singles & Ensuites. A newly renovated Queenslander house and purpose built wing, makes your decision on where to stay easy! Situated close to - pubs, clubs, bars, restaurants, shops, banks, etc. Something going on every night - BBQ's, Pasta nights, Karaoke, Toga parties, Video nights, bar fly, a quiet nights sleep!! Large kitchen, lounge, TV & video rooms, BBQ picnic area, volleyball court, laundry, video games FREE tea, coffee, bikes, XXXX tours, maps, linen, work assistance. FREE pick up from the Airport, Transit Centre or anywhere in the city centre. There is always a "Cead Mile Failte".

Palace Backpackers
Cnr Ann & Edward Streets, Brisbane 4000
Tel: 61 7 3211 2433 Fax: 61 7 3211 2466
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 676 340

The only Hostel in the Heart of Brisbane. From $15 per person. Central to everything ... city shopping mall, post office, banks, theatres, botanical gardens, museums. Free pick-ups or 5 minutes walk from Transit Centre. 24 hour reception and security. Quiet air-conditioned rooms. Common rooms, cable TV, roof top sun deck, self-catering kitchen, free linen and laundry. Internet and tour desk, Job Club. A travellers' cafe for all the news. In the basement is the "Down Under Bar & Grill" - Brisbane's hottest Backpackers bar 'where you can party every night!'

The Moreton Bay Lodge
45 Cambridge Parade (Cnr Stratton Tce)
Manly Harbour Village 4179
Tel: 61 7 3396 3020 Fax: 61 7 3396 1355
Toll Free: 1800 800 157
Email: [email protected] 

Brisbane's only bayside backpackers. Close to airport, 30 minutes by train to city. Great sailing island and bush tours. Island activities: Whale watching, sea kayaking, sandboarding, diving, surfing. City/airport pick-up. Accommodation from $14. Historic Harbour Village, cafes, restaurants, local hotel & entertainment.

BUNDABERG

Bundaberg Backpackers and Travellers Lodge
2 Crofton Street, Bundaberg 4670
Tel: 61 7 4152 2080 Fax: 61 7 4151 3355

Bundaberg Backpackers specialises in organising fruit picking work for backpackers. Accommodation is situated in a modern air conditioned brick building and transport to and from farms is included in the overnight rate. The hostel has a tour booking agency and PADI dive courses can be arranged.

CAIRNS

Cairns Backpackers Inn
242 Grafton Street, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4051 9166 Fax: 61 7 4051 8377
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 681 889
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.cairnsbackpackers.com.au/

Cairns newest hostel, built by years of experience and a great reputation. Friendly, helpful staff, 24 hour security. Cleaned daily, Laundry facilities. Amazing swimming pool and gardens. Tour information and booking discounts. Cheap dinners, breakfasts. Free nightclub entry. Free lock-up storage and car park. Free courtesy bus pick-up, drop-off. FREE evening meal.

Calypso Inn Backpackers Resorts
5 Digger Street, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4031 0910 Fax: 61 7 4051 7518
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 815 628
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.calypsobackpackers.com.au/

Clean * Secure * Friendly * Double/Twins $34. Dorms $15. Excellent helpful staff, 24 hour security. Close to town - free courtesy bus. 3 grand old Queenslander homes. Huge pool, beautiful gardens. Free safe and store room facilities. Free trips to beach and waterfalls. Laundry facilities. Free pick-up from airport, bus etc. Discount tour bookings.

Captain Cook Backpackers Resort
204-212 Sheridan Street, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4051 6811 Fax: 61 7 4051 7507
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 243 512
Email: [email protected] 

Stay & relax! A/c Doubles and twins, 4 share dorms, 6 share dorms, Fans, personal security safes, phone in each room for incoming calls. Laundry, Restaurant, Games Room, A/c Bar. 2 Pools, Sand Volleyball Court, 2 Pool Tables, TV Lounge, Luggage Storage, Eftpos, most credit cards accepted. Foreign exchange. Tour booking office. Courtesy bus to airport/bus/train. Entertainment and discount drinks. Share accom - $14 per night, Double accom $32 per night.

Caravella 149 Backpackers
149 The Esplanade, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4051 2431 Fax: 61 7 4051 4097
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 814 019
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.caravella.com.au/

Recently renovated and centrally located in Cairns on the Esplanade. Two minutes stroll to banks, post office and nightclubs. Facilities offered: Large kitchen, laundry facilities, recreation area with table tennis and pool table, large swimming pool, barbecue. Television and video. FREE linen and FREE evening meals. Choice of airconditioned or fan-cooled rooms double, single, twin, share four or share six. Many with ensuite facilities.

Castaways Backpackers
207 Sheridan Street, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4051 1238 Fax: 61 7 4052 1804
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 351 115
Email: [email protected] 

DOUBLES/TWINS, TRIPLES, SINGLES, DORMS. Small, friendly backpackers. Relaxed, sociable atmosphere. Frequent free social nights. Expert tour and travel advice from experienced staff. Resident divemasters to advise on diving. Onward travel, tours and accommodation arranged. 15 min walk to city. On bus route to beaches, Kuranda & Cape Tribulation. Close to shops and pub. FACILITIES - pool, kitchen, lounge, laundry, phone, fax, BBQ, car park, luggage storage, tour bookings. FREE BICYCLES. GREAT ROOMS (NO BUNKS!) - very clean, quiet, all have fans and fridges, air-conditioning available ($4 extra), over 20 double and twin rooms. Singles, triples and dorms (3 to a dorm) also available.

Parkview Backpackers Hostel
174 Grafton Street, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4051 3700 Fax: 61 7 4052 1133
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 652 215
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.parkviewbackpackers.com.au/

Parkview hostel gives its visitors a clean, comfortable, relaxed place to stay. Located two blocks from the City Mall. Two charming houses offer a unique character and atmosphere. Tropical gardens with pool and BBQ. Air-conditioned TV-Video room. A full tour booking agency with safe deposit and storeroom is at your disposal. Laundry. Kitchens - fully equipped and modern. Four and six share, plus dorms, have own fridges, kitchens, showers etc. Doubles and Twins. Free trips to the rainforest at Crystal Cascades or the northern beaches. Free pick-up from airports, buses and trains. We are experienced and very friendly. We help travellers save money!! FREE evening meal!!

The International Hostel
67 The Esplanade, Cairns 4870
Tel: 61 7 4031 1545 Fax: 61 7 4031 3804
Email: [email protected] 

The INTERNATIONAL HOSTEL is located in the heart of the Esplanade - Cairns No. 1 location. Within easy walking to supermarkets, pubs and nightclubs. We also provide you with the best FREE meal each night of your stay at the "Rattle N Hum" Bar & Grill. All rooms have ceiling fans. Ensuite, TV and air-conditioning available in some rooms. Great facilities include swimming pool and BBQ, large communal kitchen and TV / Games room. Our air-conditioned courtesy coaches meet guests at the Bus Transit Centre and the Airport.

CAPE TRIBULATION

PK's Jungle Village
Cape Tribulation Road, Cape Tribulation 4873
Tel: 61 7 4098 0040 Fax: 61 7 4098 0006
Email: [email protected] 

PK’S Jungle Village nestled in the jungle beside coconut lined Myall Beach is the perfect base from which to explore this paradise. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner in our restaurant and prices range from $3.00 at breakfast to $9.00 for evening meals. Accommodation is budget priced with double, single, twin and shared rooms and facilities and camping. Activities include Horseriding, Guided bush walks, Exotic fruit tasting, Reef trip, Mountain bike hire, Paddletrek.

GLADSTONE

Gladstone Backpackers
12 Rollo Street, Gladstone 4680
Tel: 61 7 4972 5744 Fax: 61 7 4972 4266

CENTRALLY LOCATED: Our hostel is close to the city, shops, banks, marina, swimming pool, bars, cafes, restaurants, night clubs. As an old Queenslander, it has a friendly, homely atmosphere. FACILITIES INCLUDE: FREE bike hire and luggage storage. Clean, modern, well equipped kitchen, T.V. and dining room, scenic deck with sea breezes, well equipped laundry, tent site, book lending facilities, fans and screens, breakfast on request. Reef trips and dive courses available through local dive shop. Access to Heron Island; local small boat hire. FREE tours of Ports, Industries and Botanical Gardens (probably the best in Australia).

GOLD COAST

Sunset Strip Budget Resort
199 Boundary Street, Coolangatta 4225
Tel: 61 7 5599 5517 Fax: 61 7 5536 7566

Guesthouse/Backpackers and self-contained holiday flats. Uniquely situated 25 kilometres south of Surfers Paradise. Easy walk to choice of four superb surfing/safe swimming beaches - Kirra, Greenmount or Rainbow Bay. Opposite Tweed River and shopping centre. Quiet, clean, comfortable rooms and flats. Singles, doubles, twins, triple available. FREE linen, towel, tea and coffee. Facilities include - large and well appointed lounge, dining and entertainment areas. Fully equipped kitchen, 20 metre pool and sundeck. Yes we really are on the edge of Paradise.

Trekkers Backpacker's Resort
22 White Street, Southport, 4215
Tel/Fax: 61 7 5591 5616
Freecall: 1800 100 004
Email: [email protected] 

24 Hour Bus Service. Party hard in Surfers Paradise at TREKKERS BACKPACKERS - One of the World's Great Hostels! Pool, free bikes. Basketball Courts - BBQ. Great location! Quiet at night! FREE Linen, tea/coffee - Surf/bungee boards. Doubles and Twins have TVs. 2 min. walk from Shopping Centre. Cinema, Seaworld, Movieworld, Beach, Bungy. TV room, Billiards, Darts. All rooms have Fans. "One of the nicest Hostels on the Southcoast" "Atmosphere ... Very Appealing..." Lonely Planet.

Surfers Paradise Backpackers Resort
2837 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise 4217
Tel: 61 7 5592 4677 Fax: 61 7 5531 5835
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 282 800

Independently Rated as the "Best Hostel in Surfers Paradise" (see Australia's Lonely Planet). A genuine 5 Backpack resort - AAA rated. Centrally located. Twin, double or share. 150m to surf beach. Free laundry & boogie boards. Freshwater pool, BBQ. Free nightly entertainment. Videos, darts & pool table. Full tour desk. Free courtesy bus pick-up.

Surf N Sun Beachside Backpackers
3323 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise 4217
Tel: 61 7 5592 2363 Fax: 61 7 5592 2348
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 678 194
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.surfnsun-goldcoast.com/

TOWN CENTRE 5 MINS WALK. EXCELLENT POSITION ON THE GOLD COAST. Only 30 metres to the beach, five minutes walk to shopping centre and hub of the Coast's dazzling nightlife. MOTEL QUALITY. Clean safe accommodation. Each room has ensuite, television and fridge. Brand new kitchen facilities, BBQ's and Pool parties. Full Tour desk and activity service. Enjoy Cruises, Bunji jumping, Scuba Diving, Water Skiing, Paraflying etc. Courtesy bus pickup, Seaworld trip daily. Enjoy the best nightlife in Australia. We ensure free entry and complimentary drink.

GREAT KEPPEL ISLAND

Great Keppel Island Cabins &
Camping Ground
Great Keppel Island
Tel: 61 7 4933 6744 Fax: 61 7 4933 6429
Freecall: 1800 356 744

Permanently erected spacious safari tents - single/twins/doubles and 4 share (max) (bed & mattresses supplied). Power and lights in tents, centrally located shower/toilet blocks and laundry facilities. Communal kitchen equipped with gas cookers, BBQ's, refrigerators, a range of cooking equipment, toasters and kettles. BYO linen. Internet Cafe, Bistro, Bar, Convenience Store, live and electronic entertainment/two big screens for videos.

HERVEY BAY

Beaches Backpackers
195 Torquay Terrace, Hervey Bay 4655
Tel: 61 7 4124 1322 Fax: 61 7 4124 2727
Freecall: 1800 655 501
Email: [email protected] 

New exciting and fun, bar & bistro. We have our own chef!! The talk of the Coast. Cafe Bar - Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner and so cheap!! Excellent 4WD safaris, pool tables, table tennis, games room, not forgetting the party games in the bar every evening. Joy flights, sky diving, sailing, fishing, diving and lots more. Courtesy bus. Whale watching - August to October. Come and join the Beaches Experience!!!

Koala Beach Resort
408 The Esplanade, Torquay, Hervey Bay 4655
Tel: 61 7 4125 3601 Fax: 61 7 4125 3544
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 354 535
Email: [email protected] 

Best Backpackers Accommodation Tourism Award Winner - 6 consecutive years. Koala's is the only beachfront backpackers in Hervey Bay. The closest by far to the Post Office, Banks, Shops and Facilities. PERFECTLY LOCATED. HUGE SWIMMING POOL . Modern self-contained units, with own bathroom and kitchen, plus twins, doubles and dorm rooms serviced daily. Sailing, jet skiing, water skiing, fishing, diving, beach volleyball, horse riding, tennis & golf. Laundry, ISD phone & fax available. ENTERTAINMENT NIGHTLY, restaurant, BBQ's, Bar & Fun times. Best Backpackers in Hervey Bay. Fraser Island 4WD Safari Specialists with 3 day tours departing daily from the Resort.

MAGNETIC ISLAND

Maggies Beach House
No. 1 Pacific Drive, Horseshoe Bay
Tel: 61 7 4778 5144 Fax: 61 7 4778 5194
Freecall: 1800 001 544
Email: [email protected] 

Maggies is set in magnificent bushland on beautiful Magnetic Island overlooking the stunning Horseshoe Bay. Only 30 seconds to the water, Maggies offers all year round safe swimming, scuba diving and snorkelling. All ensuited rooms and dorms are airconditioned, so come and enjoy the ultimate Island backpacker experience.

Travellers Backpackers Resort
No. 1 The Esplanade, Picnic Bay
Tel: 61 7 4778 5166 Fax: 61 7 4758 1025
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 000 290

This hostel is located at the end of Picnic Bay ferry jetty. Features of the resort include airconditioning and ensuite bathroom facilities in all rooms, large pool, onsite bar and nightclub.

MAROOCHYDORE

Suncoast Backpackers Lodge
50 Parker Street, Maroochydore 4558
Tel: 61 7 5443 7544

Built just for backpackers, 28 beds, private rooms and dorms, genuine 4 star rating, twice awarded winning hostel on the Sunshine Coast where summer lasts all year long. Miles of unspoilt surf beaches, majestic hinterland and Glass House Mountains. We have free surfboards, boogie boards, club entry and drink and lots more. Just one hour north of Brisbane - just Perfect!

MISSION BEACH

Mission Beach Backpackers Lodge
28 Wongaling Beach Road, Mission Beach 4852
Tel: 61 7 4068 8317 Fax: 61 7 4068 8616
Email: [email protected] 

WINNER - NORTH QLD TOURISM AWARD FOR BACKPACKER ACCOMMODATION. Share Accommodation from $15. Double/Twin from $34. Centrally and conveniently located, the Lodge is just a short walk (5 mins) to North Queensland's best beach, and just 100 metres to the pub, bottle shop, shopping centre (with supermarket) and Greyhound bus stop. Clean, spacious double, twin and share rooms (all carpeted) surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens with swimming pool. All rooms have fans or air-cond. and cool wide verandahs. Doubles with TV and air-cond. available. Huge well equipped kitchen, BBQ area, pool table, volleyball court. Intl. pay phone, fax, laundry, plus TV/Video room. Free tea, sugar and coffee. Free linen. Regular evening meals. Free pick up from the bus stop and drop-offs to rainforest trail. Credit card and EFTPOS facilities.

Scotty's Beach House
167 Reid Road, Mission Beach 4852
Tel: 61 7 4068 8676 Fax: 61 7 4068 8520
Email: [email protected] 

SHARE FROM $10, DOUBLE & TWIN FROM $35. "ONE OF AUSTRALIA'S 14 MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES" across the road when you stop off between Cairns and Townsville, at Scotty's. Friendly family run hostel "on the beach" with beachfront bar and grill, shop and cool 3 metre deep pool. 4 or 8 share rooms with fridge and fans or private airconditioned garden rooms, Queen, 3 or 4 bed with bathroom, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Well equipped kitchen, free filter coffee, videos, linen and blankets, laundry, pay phones. Guest bar open 7.30 a.m. till midnight.. Book 3 nights and get a free meal and liquor value $12.40. MANY PEOPLE SAY "ONE OF THE BEST HOSTELS IN AUSTRALIA". Bookings advisable for coach pick up.

MOOLOOLABA

Mooloolaba Beach Backpackers
75 Brisbane Road, Mooloolaba 4557
Tel: 61 7 5444 3399 Fax: 61 7 5477 6455
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 020 120
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.mooloolababackpackers.com.au

This brand spanking new hostel is located only a short walk to one of the Sunshine Coast's safest surf beaches. Visit the Underwater World Aquarium nearby and swim with sharks, or hang out in the many local pubs, clubs and restaurants.

MOUNT ISA

Travellers Haven
Cnr Spence and Pamela Streets, Mount Isa 4825
Hostel: 61 7 4743 0313 Fax: 61 7 4743 4007
Email: [email protected] 

Single, Double, Twin & Bunks. Break your long journey east or west by stopping here and having a relaxing stay at "Travellers Haven". Visit the unique attractions of the world's largest city. Go underground or take a surface tour of Australia's largest mine. Cool - Fully Air conditioned, with Pool. Clean and Friendly. Convenient - Close to City Centre and Riverslea Fossil Display.

NOOSA

Koala Beach Resort
44 Noosa Drive, Noosa 4567
Tel: 61 7 5447 3355 Fax: 61 7 5447 3893
Freecall: 1800 357 457
Email: [email protected] 

KOALA BEACH RESORT is the closest V.I.P. member to the NOOSA town centre, opposite main banks, Post Office, cinemas, supermarket and bus stop. HUGE SWIMMING POOL set in TRANQUIL GARDEN SETTING. FREE SURF & BODY BOARDS. CLEAN QUALITY ACCOMMODATION all with ensuite bathrooms. Cooking facilities, TV, air-conditioning available, serviced daily. LICENSED BAR & RESTAURANT. BBQ, recreation room, TV & Video. Washing machines and dryer. Close to exciting nightlife of Noosa, restaurants, beach bars and nightclubs.

Noosa Backpackers Resort
9-13 William Street, Noosa 4566
Tel: 61 7 5449 8151 Fax: 61 7 5449 9408
Freecall: 1800 626 673

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS. We welcome you to our lively sociable hostel. Highly recommended in the "Lonely Planet". Located on the beautiful Noosa river and only minutes from the Main Beach where all the action is. The closest hostel to Pizza Hut and McDonalds. FREE kayaks, surfboards and boogie boards. Pasta, BBQ, and Mexican nights every week. Free courtesy bus day and night. Open fire at night in our spacious courtyard, also large swimming pool set in a tropical garden. Hostel Thai restaurant. Eftpos, Email and Internet facilities. Free Continental Breakfast and Licensed Bar. Comprehensive Tour Booking Service. Action - Adventure - Atmosphere.

ROCKHAMPTON

Southside Holiday Village
Lower Dawson Road, Highway 1, Rockhampton 4700
Tel: 61 7 4927 3013 Fax: 61 7 4927 7750
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 075 911

Share: from $14 Double: from $28. Air conditioning available $4.00 per unit. Units for 2 people available complete with Stove, Fridge and TV. Private amenities also available. Tent sites with camp kitchen. Walking distance to Botanical gardens featuring Koalas & Kangaroos. Heated Swimming Pool. Half Tennis court. Laundry & ironing facilities. Budget meals available, store situated in village. 24 hour access. 2 ISD STD phones. Coaches will stop at Village entrance to let Backpackers off.

STRADBROKE ISLAND

Stradbroke Island Guesthouse
1 Eastcoast Road, Point Lookout 4183
Tel: 61 7 3409 8888 Fax: 61 7 3409 8588
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.stradbrokeislandscuba.com.au/

North Stradbroke Island is one of Queensland's natural treasures, located right on the doorstep of Brisbane. It is one of the largest sand islands in the world, with kilometres of white sandy beaches fringing the island's eastern side. Whales, dolphins, turtles and manta rays can sometimes be spotted from the spectacular North Gorge at the tip of the island. Double and twin rooms $36, Dormitory rooms $15 for VIP members. Fully equipped kitchen, indoor/outdoor eating areas, television and games lounge. FREE pillows & linen. Laundry facilities, Internet access, PADI Dive Centre.

TOWNSVILLE

Civic Guest House -
Backpackers Inn Townsville
262 Walker Street, Townsville 4810
Tel: 61 7 4771 5381 Fax: 61 7 4721 4919
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 646 619
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.backpackersinn.com.au/

FREE PICK UP FROM TRANSIT CENTRE. Dorms - Singles - Twins - Doubles. Self Contained Units & Air-Con Available. In the city centre, Civic Guest House is always a clean and friendly place to stay. 24 hour access. Free BBQ Friday nights. Enjoy your stay in a homely atmosphere, 2 kitchens, 2 TV rooms, free pool table. Only 3 to 6 beds in dormitory - some self contained with air-conditioning. Free linen. Fans in all rooms. Free beach bus. Free luggage storage and mail services. The Dive Lodge next to Mike Ball Dive Exp.

Globetrotters
45 Palmer Street, Townsville 4810
Tel: 61 7 4771 3242
Email: [email protected] 

Dorm: $14 Single: $27 Twin: $17 each. Mike and Mary Dixon invite you to stay in their small, clean, family-run hostel. City centre 70 metres from coach Transit centre. Next to yacht harbour, near Townsville's famous old pubs, jazz bars, backpacker restaurant, discos and other night spots. Modern tropical-style building behind old colonial house, tropical grounds, swimming pool, BBQ, kitchen laundry, fans in every room, some with full air conditioning. Five free nights with most dive courses. Internet/email access available on site.

Transit Centre Backpackers
Cnr Palmer & Plume Streets, South Townsville 4810
Tel: 61 7 4721 2322 Fax: 61 7 4721 2328
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 628 836

Cleanest, friendliest and most convenient! Top floor at Coach Terminal. Air conditioned and 24 hour access and security. Small dorms, double, twin, family and ensuite rooms available. TV room, communal kitchen and laundry. FREE linen, guided tours of 'city sights' and 'Castle Hill' (nightly), transport to ferries and luggage storage (when travelling to Magnetic Island), Gym and Games room, security for valuables, Beach runs. Gateway to Magnetic Island.

YEPPOON

Yeppoon Backpackers
30 -32 Queen Street, Yeppoon 4703
Tel: 61 7 4939 8080 Fax: 61 7 4939 4702
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 636 828

Our hostel is right in the middle of Yeppoon - 2 minutes from Main Beach offering spacious gardens, large swimming pool and communal TV Video and Pool Room. We overlook "Great Keppel" Island and offer a free pick-up in Rockhampton which is 40kms inland making us the easiest and cheapest way to Great Keppel Island.

  NORTHERN TERRITORY

ALICE SPRINGS

Alice Lodge Backpackers
4 Mueller Street, Alice Springs 0870
Tel: 61 8 8953 1975 Fax: 61 8 8953 0804
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 351 925
Email: [email protected] 

Quiet residential area with park frontage and only five minutes walk to the town centre. The Lodge also offers - 5 minutes walk to town. Salt Water Pool and Free Luggage Storage. BBQ, Laundry and Communal Kitchen. STD/ISD Phone and Bicycle Hire. Bus and Train Pick-up. All Rooms Air-Conditioned. Local Information and Tour Booking Agency. Close to Local Bush Walking Trails. Dorm. 4 Bed Room. Twin/Double.

Elke's Backpackers Resort
39 Gap Road, Alice Springs 0870
Tel: 61 8 8952 8422 Fax: 61 8 8952 8143
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 633 354
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.elkesbackpackers.com.au/

Brand New - Only Opened May 1996. Amazing Value twins, Doubles & Triples at Dorm prices. Every room has bathroom, toilet, kitchen, A/C, TV, phone. Luxurious pool, CD music in communal areas. Informative/fun activities organised every day, Ten Pin Bowling competition, Star Gazing tours and Weekend Pub Nights - all after our daily evening meal. FREE airport, train and bus PICK-UP SERVICE. Be impressed by your stay - whether it is just a few days or a week, you will have a great time.

Melanka Resort
94 Todd Street, Alice Springs 0870
Tel: 61 8 8952 4744 Fax: 61 8 8952 4587
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 815 066
Email: [email protected] 

Alice Springs Premier Backpacker Resort. In the centre of Alice Springs. Dorms from $12. All rooms airconditioned and heated. 2 swimming pools. 2 new kitchens for self catering. Licenced restaurant. 2 BBQ areas. Nightclub. Gymnasium. Bird Aviary. Free pick-up from the airport, coach or rail. The most central location.

DARWIN

Elke's Inner City Backpackers Lodge
112 Mitchell Street, Darwin 0800
Tel: 61 8 8981 8399 Fax: 61 8 8981 2834
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 808 365
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.elkesbackpackers.com.au/

Winner - N.T. Tourism Brolga Award. Forget the bus or the car, you can walk everywhere! ATMOSPHERE PLUS! as well as friendly, helpful and efficient service. Elke's is a beautiful Tropical Hostel, nestled on ½ acre of lush tropical gardens and palms. We offer quality single, twin and small dorm rooms, air-conditioned or fan cooled. Each room has its own fridge. We have: two kitchens, off-street parking, free luggage storage, secluded swimming pool, BBQ facilities, video nights, safe, mail holding services, ISD phone, nightly outdoor entertainment. PLUS WE OFFER: FREE Breakfast, FREE meal vouchers, Bike hire, Discount card for supermarkets, VIP Phone cards, FREE linen.

Globetrotters Lodge
97 Mitchell Street, Darwin 0800
Tel: 61 8 8981 5385 Fax: 61 8 8981 9096
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 800 798
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.allaust.com.au/globetrot

Close to city centre - short stroll to the bank, cinema, nightclubs, GPO and shops. Great value for backpackers, all rooms have air conditioning, ceiling fans, separate bathroom in each room and your own fridge. Twins, doubles and dorms, a kitchen, a backpacker's restaurant and bar on the premises. Off-street parking, swimming pool, mail service, ISD phones, luggage storage and FREE linen. FREE 24 hour pickup from airport or transit centre. Prices from $14 per person per night (dorm.)

Melaleuca Backpackers Lodge
50 Mitchell Street, Darwin 0800
Tel: 61 8 8936 1096 Fax: 61 8 8941 3368
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 623 543
Email: [email protected] 

Darwin's premier backpackers resort. The most central location opposite the Transit Centre. New property, opened in May 1995. All rooms airconditioned, mostly 4 share. 12 double rooms with TV priced at $45 per night. Dorms $12 - $14. Individual lockers. Large swimming pool. Tropical gardens with outdoor seating/ reading areas. 3 kitchens for self-catering. Free pick-up from airport.

GLEN HELEN

Glen Helen Resort
Namitjira Drive, Via Alice Springs
Tel: 61 8 8956 7489 Fax: 61 8 8956 7495
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 896 110
Email: [email protected] 

KATHERINE

Kookaburra Backpackers Lodge
Lindsay Street, Katherine 0851
Tel: 61 8 8971 0257 Fax: 61 8 8972 1567
Freecall: 1800 808 211
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.inspirit.com.au/Kookaburra

Mixed Dorms 8 bed $14 - Members $13. Mixed Dorms 4 bed $15 - Members $14. Twin room (includes fridge & TV) $45 non members $40 - Members. All units air-conditioned. Six fully equipped kitchens. Swimming pool & free gas BBQ. Laundry facilities & bicycle hire. Booking agent for canoeing, boat cruises and Kakadu. Free linen, coffee, tea. VIP Discounts apply on most tours.

MARY RIVER WETLANDS

Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge
Point Stuart Road off Arnhem Highway
Mary River Wetlands, NT
Tel: 61 8 8936 1311 Fax: 61 8 8981 4317
Freecall: 1300 654 604
Email: [email protected] 

Situated in the heart of the Mary River Westlands just 30kms outside Kakadu National Park. Accommodation options from camping to dorms, to air-cond rooms with ensuite facilities. Fully licensed bistro and bar, inground swimming pool. Private wildlife cruises on the Mary River - the largest concentration of salt water crocodiles in the Southern Hemisphere. Barramundi fishing tours. Dorms from $20p.p. Twin from $25p.p.

TENNANT CREEK

Tourist's Rest –
Tennant Creek Youth Hostel
Cnr Leichhardt & Windley Streets
Tennant Creek 0860
Tel: 61 8 8962 2719
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.topend.com.au/~trest

This backpackers is located in a peaceful area just a 6 minute walk from the main shops of Tennant Creek, and with large shady grounds and swimming pool, it makes an ideal place to stop on a trip across the Territory. Tourist's Rest – Tennant Creek Youth Hostel prides itself on being a small, friendly hostel with laidback "territory style" character, offering a taste of outback life in a relaxing and secure environment.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

ALBANY

Albany Backpackers
Cnr Stirling Terrace & Spencer Street, Albany, 6330
Tel: 61 8 9842 5255 Fax: 61 8 9841 8848
Freecall: 1800 644 088
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.albanybackpackers.com.au/

FREE cake & coffee at 6.30pm & FREE Breakfast. Famous murals throughout the hostel. FREE email check. FREE beer. Meals 7 nights $6 per meal. Excellent inhouse 4WD tours. What you get: Dorms/twins/doubles/single. Free pick-up. TV/video room. Lounge room. Dining room. Games area. Internet access. Safe deposit. Linen supplied. Fully equipped kitchen. BBQ facility. Laundry facilities.


BROOME

Cable Beach Backpackers
33-37 Lullfitz Drive, Cable Beach 6725
Tel: 61 8 9193 5511 Fax: 61 8 9193 5532
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 655 011
Email: [email protected] 

Relax at our large tropical estate only minutes from the famous Cable Beach or lounge around our fabulous diamond shaped pool - watch TV, play basketball on our hard court or volleyball on our beach volleyball court. If you feel the need to go to town travel on our regular free shuttle. Prepare your meals in our huge self-catering kitchen or on our free poolside BBQ.

BUNBURY

Wander Inn - Bunbury Backpackers
"Dolphin City", 16 Clifton Street, Bunburry 6230
Tel: 61 8 9721 3242 Fax: 61 8 9721 3242
Email: [email protected] 

SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS - SUMMER OR WINTER. A friendly, homely inn - 100 metres to city and beaches - free pick ups. Our facilities include single/twin/ double rooms, bunk rooms, share facilities include bathrooms, laundry, fully equipped kitchen, dining, lounge & games rooms. TV & video lounge. Gardens with BBQ area, plenty of car parking.

BUSSELTON

Busselton Backpackers
14 Peel Terrace, Busselton 6280
Tel: 61 8 9754 2763

From $13 Per Night. Centrally located. Double rooms From $29. Single rooms From $20. Cooking facilities. Laundry. Barbecue. Golden beaches. Fishing - crabbing. Tours to wineries, caves & forests. Close to wildflowers. Jet skis, sailing, canoeing, paddle boats, aqua bikes. World famous surf beaches and tall trees. Golf courses, tennis courts and a FREE BEER. All within 30 minutes drive.

COCKATOO ISLAND

Kimberley Islands Budget Resort
Via Derby or Broome, Cockatoo Island
Tel: 61 8 9191 7477 Fax: 61 8 9191 7484
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://holiday-wa.net/islandbackpackers.htm

Cockatoo Island is the only inhabited island situated in Buccaneer Archipelago 77 miles from Derby or 136 miles from Broome. Experience the last great scenic wilderness in Australia. Accommodation is in 3 or 4 bedroom bungalows with up to 4 beds per room. Facilities: Iron ore bar and restaurant, tennis court, TV lounge, pool tables, swimming pool, 4 beaches, bush walks, volley ball & darts. Activities by Boat: Visit deserted islands and beaches, waterfalls, fresh water swimming holes, fishing, whale watching (July, August & September).

CORAL BAY

  Ningaloo Club
P.O. Box 2511
MOUNT CLAREMONT
WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6010
Fax : 08 9385 7413
Bookings: 08 9385 7411
Email: [email protected]

The Ningaloo Club is our new two-storey Budget Accommodation Resort for Backpackers, within easy walking distance to the beautiful beach of Coral Bay.The varying times of the Turtle, Whale shark, Whales and Manta Ray seasons and consistent warm weather ensures a high level of tourist interest all the year round. There is a range of tours and activities to choose from which can be booked from the Ningaloo Club reception. We are happy to offer guests 20% discount on all Coral Bay Charter and Glass Bottom Boat tours. The Ningaloo Reef offers stunning coral viewing, great snorkelling and dive sites, interactive swimming with mantas, dugongs and whale sharks (seasonal), reef safaris, sports fishing, pristine beaches to explore, sailing, quad trek bike tours and lots more! We offer a range of accommodation including air-conditioned and non air-conditioned Dorm Beds, Twin Rooms, Double Rooms and En Suite Rooms to a total of 100 beds. The bedroom areas are located around a central landscaped area surrounding the swimming pool. 

ESPERANCE

Esperance Backpackers
14 Emily Street, Esperance 6450
Tel: 61 8 9071 4724 Fax: 61 8 9071 4724
Email: [email protected] 

Purpose built hostel near beaches and the centre of town. Doubles, twins and dorms. Large kitchen/dining area, spacious lounge with log fire, TV and video. BBQ patio. Laundry. In-house 4WD tours: beach & fishing. Mountain bike, surfboard hire. FREE: linen, coffee and beer voucher. FREE pick-up and drop-off to buses.

EXMOUTH

Exmouth Base Lodge
Naval Communications Station, Exmouth 6707
Tel: 61 8 9949 1474 Fax: 61 8 9949 1440
Freecall: 1800 241 474
Email: [email protected] 

The hostel is situated at the Ex US Navy Base. All our rooms are twin share $14 pp/pn VIP Members. The facilities on base are second to none which include large pool with diving boards, gym, bar & restaurant, coin laundry, TV & Video, free bike hire, free Town shuttle/Greyhound pickup. Free BBQs. Dive packages also available.

GERALDTON

Batavia Backpackers
Cnr Chapman Road and Bayly Street, Geraldton 6530
Tel: 61 8 9964 3001 Fax: 61 8 9964 3611

From $14 per night. This colonial masterpiece was built in 1897 as a hospital, became a prison and has undergone a stunning $1.5 million restoration to emerge as a perfect stopover for Backpackers. Features Include: Coach Terminal on the premises. Tourist Bureau on the premises. Fully equipped self catering kitchen. Private and share accommodation. Laundry facilities. Tennis Court, pushbike and Shopping Centre across the road. Kiosk available for Email and Internet access for Backpackers.

KALBARRI

Rock Lobster Lodge
4 Mortimer Street, Kalbarri 6536
Tel: 61 8 9937 1430 Fax: 61 8 9937 1563
Email: [email protected] 

Share, Double and Family units available centrally located in Kalbarri with swimming pool. The lodge is fully equipped with laundry, common room, modern kitchen, sports shed, BBQ's, ceiling fans.

KALGOORLIE

Golddust Backpackers
192 Hay Street, Kalgoorlie 6430
Tel: 61 8 9091 3737 Fax: 61 8 9091 3737
Email: [email protected] 

Two storey purpose built hostel situated near the heart of Kalgoorlie. Twins, doubles, tri-rooms and dorms. All rooms are air-conditioned. Two spacious lounges: TV/Video, log fire in Winter. Large fully equipped kitchen/dining room. Laundry, BBQ area. Employment information service. Free pick-up and drop-off for buses and trains.

KUNUNURRA

Kununurra Backpackers Adventure Centre
22 Nutwood Crescent, Kununurra 6743
Tel: 61 8 9169 1998 Fax: 61 8 9168 3998
Freecall: 1800 641 998

QUADS, TRIPLES, TWINS FROM $15. HOSTEL OFFERS: Shaded Tropical Swimming Pool. 3 Fully Equipped Kitchens. TV & Video Room. Laundry. ISD Phone. All Rooms Air-Conditioned. EFTPOS Facilities. Tropical Gardens. Friendly Relaxed Atmosphere. FREE: Tea, coffee, Bus Pick-up, Gas BBQ, Daily rides to Kelly Knob for Sunsets Smiles! TOURS OFFERED: 2 x 3 days Bungle Bungle 4WD Tours (2 days departs Thursdays $260 all inclusive) (3 days departs Sundays $390 all inclusive) 3 Day Self-Guided Canoe Safari down the Ord River $110 per person.

MARGARET RIVER

Margaret River Lodge
220 Railway Terrace, Margaret River, 6285
Tel: 61 8 9757 9532 Fax: 61 8 9757 2532
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.mrlodge.com.au/

Rammed earth buildings - located in the town in a quiet bush setting. Dorms, bunkrooms, doubles and self-contained units. Swimming pool, BBQ, music, TV & Video, volleyball, table tennis. Laundry, bike hire, email/internet, courtesy bus and heaps of advice.

PERTH

Coolibah Lodge
194 Brisbane Street, Northbridge 6000
Tel: 61 8 9328 9958 Fax: 61 8 9227 6231
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.coolibahlodge.com.au/

TWIN - DOUBLE - TRIPLE - SHARE. Firm beds and clean sheets. Quiet city location. 5 minutes walk to the nightlife. Historic Colonial House with old fashion charm and heaps of atmosphere, historic dorms and New Mediterranean style double and twin rooms with fridges, sinks and kettles. Shady Garden and BBQ Area. Free pick-up at terminal.

The Shiralee Backpackers Hostel
107 Brisbane Street, Perth 6003
Tel: 61 8 9227 7448 Fax: 61 8 9227 7446
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.shiralee.com.au/

A homely and friendly hostel in central quiet location. With a shady garden & BBQ area. Large well equipped communal kitchen, open living areas, television, video & sound system. Airconditioned rooms with fans. Spotlessly clean bathrooms and excellent laundry facilities. FREE courtesy pick-up.

Witch's Hat
148 Palmerston Street, Northbridge 6003
Tel: 61 8 9228 4228 Fax: 61 8 9228 4229
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 818 358
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.witchs-hat.com/

Probably? The Best Backpackers in Perth. Singles..Doubles..Twins..Dorms. FREE Bus/Train pickup, Tea/Coffee, Videos, Linen, BBQ. Dorms from $15p.n. Real beds (no foam), clean modern bathrooms, kitchen (has everything), great TV lounge, STD ISD phone/fax. Safe, secure, quiet location, spacious courtyard, A/C - heated rooms, laundry facilities. Close to pubs and restaurants. Luxury you can afford.

West Beach Lagoon – Budget Travellers Wing
251 West Coast Highway, Scarborough 6019
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.westbeachlagoon.com.au/

Scarborough is one of Perth's best beaches and this property is only a 50 metre walk from the golden sands of Scarborough beach, and Perth and Fremantle are only a 20 minute drive away. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, BBQ area, and restaurant.

Cheviot Marina International Backpackers
Cnr Beach & Parry Streets, Fremantle 6160
Tel: 61 8 9433 2055 Fax: 61 8 9433 2066
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 255 644
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.members.tripod.com/cheviotlodge

Large outdoor/BBQ area. 3 minutes to train station, 2 minutes to shopping centre. Ample private parking. FREE breakfast. Opposite 2nd hand car market. FREE transfer from city hostels. Foxtel Satellite TV, resident bar, 24 hour check-in. Pub "Flag & Whistle" onsite.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

ADELAIDE

Adelaide Backpackers Hostel
257 Waymouth Street, Adelaide 5000
Tel: 61 8 8221 5299 or 61 8 8221 5656
Fax: (08) 8221 5244
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 006 251
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.adelaidehostel.com.au/

Adelaide's Oldest Backpacker Hostel is now the Newest in Town. New location ... New Hostel ... New Bathrooms ... New Kitchen. Same friendly cottage style hostel. Close to City Centre. Doubles & Twins, Guys/Girls/Mixed Dorms. Bike Hire with free maps (new bikes). Email & Internet access. Phone for free pick up from train or bus.

Cannon ST Backpackers
110 Franklin Street, Adelaide 5000
Tel/Fax: 61 8 8410 1218
Email: [email protected] 

Licensed bar with cheap meals & drinks. FREE breakfast, tea & coffee. FREE apple pie & ice-cream. Internet, Cable TV, videos, table tennis, pool table. Rooftop sundeck. Central location - opposite bus station. What you get: Dorms/twins/ doubles/single. Disabled facilities. 24 hour access. Free pick-up. Airconditioning available. Licensed travel agent. TV/video room. Email/Internet access. Linen supplied. Fully equipped kitchen. Laundry/ironing facilities.

East Park Lodge
341 Angas Street, Adelaide 5000
Tel: 61 8 8223 1228 Fax: 61 8 8223 7772
Freecall: 1800 643 606
Email: [email protected] 

Rated Adelaide's Best Hostel in the Guide Books. Single - Double - 4 Bed Dorms only. Reasonable rates. B.B.Q. Nights. Prestigious quiet location, minutes to shops, banks, cheap eats etc. Commercial size kitchen, walk-in fridge & storage baskets. Spacious lounge with T.V. & pool table. Laundry, Guest phone (08) 8232 1875 & 24 hour access. Building heated in winter, air-conditioned in summer. Only hostel with inground swimming pool. Rooftop sunning area with fantastic view of City and hills. Make your own real Didgeridoo in our workshop. Car & Bike hire.

BERRI

Berri Backpackers
Sturt Highway, Berri 5343
Tel: 61 8 8582 3144

INTERNATIONAL WORKING HOLIDAY HOME.
Fruit picking and goodtimes all year!

COOBER PEDY

Joe's Backpackers Under
The Ground Hostel
Cnr Oliver and Brewster Streets, Coober Pedy 5723
Tel/Fax: 61 8 8672 5163

Single, Double, Twin Rooms and Dorms. In the town centre - within minutes of all town facilities and attractions. Free bus pick-up. 24 hour access - small, clean and friendly. Free bed linen and free showers (no coins). Our underground hostel is “Home away from Home”. Modern fully equipped kitchens and T.V. lounges. Small dormitories underground and above ground. Underground is cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

GLENELG BEACH

Glenelg Beach Resort
1-7 Moseley Street, Glenelg Beach 5045
Tel/Fax: 61 8 8376 0007
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 066 422
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.glenelgbeachresort.com.au/

1998 & 1999 Tourism Award Winner. Spacious Rooms With Comfy Beds!! Adelaide’s only 5 star rated seaside backpacker! Share, Double, Single, Twin and Family rooms. First class facilities including the famous 'Splash Bar', 'Tasty Creations Cafe', kitchen, TV/video room, cable TV, 8 ball, hot spa, pinball, BBQ, log fires, beer garden, laundry, 24hr access & security. FREE - all you-can-eat Breakfast, Linen, doonas and pillows - FREE Wine Coast & City Sights Tours! Pick-up at bus, train/airport - Live bands & party nights - Games, videos, pick up and drop off points for Barossa, Kangaroo Island and Flinders tours. Come and experience Adelaide's premier Backpackers Resort!

GOOLWA

PS Murray River Queen,
Floating Motel
The Wharf, River Port of Goolwa 5214
Tel: 61 8 8555 1733 Fax: 61 8 8555 1990
Email: [email protected] 

Possibly the most unique backpacker accommodation in Australia, this hostel is located in a paddle steamer moored in the river port of Goolwa. The Murray River Queen paddle steamer at Goolwa, South Australia - a unique addition to the VIP network.

KANGAROO ISLAND

Penneshaw Youth Hostel
43 North Terrace, Penneshaw 5222
Tel: 61 8 8553 1284 Fax: 61 8 8553 1295
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 686 620
Email: [email protected] 

Explore all that Kangaroo Island has to offer with this hostel's Wildlife Tours and diving activities. A variety of accommodation is available and Internet/Email facilities are provided.

VICTORIA

BRIGHT

Bright Hikers Backpackers
Top Floor, 4 Ireland Street, Bright 3741
Tel: 61 3 5750 1244 Fax: 61 3 5750 1246
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://brightbackpackers.netc.net.au/

The hostel is situated on the 2nd floor in a modern main street building, opposite the Post Office. Twin & small dorms with a large, well equipped kitchen and spacious dining and lounge areas. Verandah overlooks the main street. BBQ. Coin laundry, TV & video, Mountain bike hire, Lockers, Linen hire, Computer hire, E-mail and fax services, Games room and swap library.

FITZROY

The Nunnery
116 Nicholson Street, Fitzroy 3065
Tel: 61 3 9419 8637 Fax: 61 3 9417 7736
Freecall: 1800 032 635
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.bakpak.com/nunnery

Singles, Doubles & Dorms from $18. "The Nunnery" is in a beautifully restored Victorian Terrace which was once a convent. It is one of the most stylish and best located Backpackers you’ll find. Within minutes walk is the city centre and theatres, restaurants and nightlife. Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, fireplace, 24 hour access, rooms heated, Gold phone, daily bus pick-up from rail and bus and airport (3 times daily). Tram at door, TV, video, wine & cheese nights, in-house tours.

FRENCH ISLAND

McLeod Eco Farm
McLeod Road, French Island 3921
Tel: 61 3 5678 0155
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.mcleodecofarm.com/

French Island is only accessible by ferry from the Mornington Peninsula or Phillip Island, and once you are there, it is a world away from the city. McLeod Eco Farm is the old French Island Prison, and it is now an eco-farm where backpackers can experience farm work, or just chill out and enjoy the scenery and wildlife. Facilities include licensed bar, pool, lake, café, and 9 hole golf course.

LAKES ENTRANCE

Silver Sands Backpackers
33 Myers Street, Lakes Entrance 3909
Tel: 61 3 5155 2343 Fax: 61 3 5155 3134
Email: [email protected] 

Share from $13 Single, Double from $14 p.p., Camping from $7 p.p.
4 hrs to Melbourne, 4 hrs to Snowy Mountains, 6 hrs to Canberra, 9 hrs to Sydney. Accommodation with ensuite or communal. Facilities all with kitchen & colour TV and heat. Outdoor covered campers kitchen. BBQ & picnic facilities. Coin operated Laundry, Free Iron. STD/ISD phone. Supermarket 7 days 8am-7pm. Bike hire. Video player hire. Bedding Hire. Children? Yes! Table Tennis. Playground. Swimming pools. Located just off Highway at Footbridge.

MELBOURNE

Hotel Bakpak
167 Franklin Street, Melbourne 3000
Tel: 61 3 9329 7525 Fax: 61 3 9326 7667
Freecall: 1800 645 200
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.bakpak.com/hotelbakpak

State of the art accommodation, facilities and service are all features of Melbourne CBD's hottest backpackers. Fully staffed employment office. Bar, cafe, travel and tours desk. Gym, big screen TV room, central heating and cooling. Panoramic views, courtesy bus and local staff are just a few of our features. 24 hour reception and security. Twins, doubles and dorms.

The Spencer - City Central
475 Spencer Street, Melbourne 3003
Tel: 61 3 9329 7755 Fax: 61 3 9329 1133
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 638 108
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.ozemail.com.au/~backpaca

This hostel is located in a restored historic hotel. There is a licensed bar and restaurant onsite and the hostel organises tours and work for guests.

Flinders Station Hotel
35 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne 3000
Tel: 61 3 9620 5100
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.flindersbackpackers.com.au/

The Flinders Station Hotel is situated right in the heart of Melbourne city. With over 300 beds, this backpackers is only a short distance from the Melbourne landmark of Flinders Street Station. Features include a bar with happy hours, bottle shop, café, and dry cleaners onsite.

Exford Hotel
199 Russell Street, Melbourne 3000
Tel: 61 3 9663 2697
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.exfordhotel.com.au/

Centrally located in the Chinatown region of Melbourne, the Exford is close to wide variety of restaurants, shops, bars, and the interstate bus/train terminals are only a stones throw away. The hostel provides job search assistance, and mail holding/forwarding and message services.

MILDURA

Riverboat Bungalow
27 Chaffey Avenue, Mildura 3500
Tel: 61 3 5021 5315 Fax: 61 3 5023 0984
Mobile: 0418 147 363
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://users.mildura.net.au/bungalow

Heritage home built in 1891. Centrally located to City centre, river 1 minute walk, close to bus terminals. Warm homely comforts.

RICHMOND

Richmond Hill Hotel
353 Church Street, Richmond 3121
Tel: 61 3 9428 6501 Fax: 61 3 9427 0128
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 801 618
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.citysearch.com.au/mel/richmondhill

A range of rooms from share/single/twin - budget to 3 star hotel rooms. Close to City Centre, shops, 24 hour supermarket, cafes, bars, live music and recreational centres. Close to met trams & trains. Facilities include kitchen, laundry, TV room, fax/message service, 24 hour access & office. Off street parking, courtyard, breakfast cafe, club bar/kiosk, conference rooms.

ST. KILDA

Coffee Palace
24 Grey Street, St Kilda Beach 3182
Tel: 61 3 9534 5283 Fax: 61 3 9593 9166
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 654 098
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.ozemail.com.au/~backpaca

Melbourne’s Cheapest Backpackers. Enjoy your stay in the funkiest hostel on cosmopolitan St Kilda beach, minutes from city centre and surrounded by cafes, night spots, groovy shops and great locals. Open 24 hours. Wine tasting. Pool room. Pub crawls. In-house cafe. Squeaky clean. Bikes, Soccer. Video/TV. Rooftop garden. E-mail address. Travel agency. Work Available All The Time.

Enfield House
2 Enfield Street, St Kilda Beach 3182
Tel: 61 3 9534 8159 Fax: 61 3 9534 5579
Freecall: 1800 302 121
Email: [email protected] 

A charming, old Victorian House. Highly recommended by backpackers around the globe. St. Kilda is the Backpackers Centre of Melbourne, situated on the beach and close to the city. Clean and safe share, twin and single rooms available. Free courtesy pick-up from rail, coach & airport daily. 24 hour access. Up-to-date work boards. 10 minutes from town. In-house tours. Activities organised daily. Laundry, BBQ, Cable TV - Giant Movie Screen. Roof top sundeck. Free nightclub passes. All rooms heated. Parking available. Open Log Fire. FREE breakfast.

Ritz for Backpackers
169 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda 3182
Tel: 61 3 9525 3501 Fax: 61 3 9525 3863
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 670 364
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.ozemail.com.au/~backpaca

Dorms from $10. Double and Twin rooms. Girls-only dorms available. Close to shops, restaurants and nightlife. Clean, well equipped, modern premises. Phone message service. City tram at front door. Large communal kitchen. Videos. Two TV rooms. Help with job placement. Billiard table. Laundry on site. Night security person on duty. Only 5 minutes to Beach.

WARRNAMBOOL

Backpackers Barn
90 Lava Street, Warrnambool 3280
Tel: 61 3 5562 2073 Fax: 61 3 5561 3775

Share from $12 - Double from $28. City Centre. Car Parking. Close to Train. Safe Facilities. Fully equipped self-catering kitchen. Bar & Bistro on premises. Bottleshop. TV Room. 24 hour access. Telephone & fax facilities. Linen available. Valuables storage. Walk to beach.

Warrnambool Beach Backpackers
17 Stanley Street, Warrnambool 3280
Tel/Fax: 61 3 5562 4874
Email: [email protected] 

Licensed bar. 300m to Fairy Penguins (summer only). Mountain bikes. Whale watching (winter only). Only purpose built hostel in Warrnambool. What you get: Dorms/twins/doubles/single. Group bookings welcome. Weekly rates available. 24 hour access. Free pick-up. Airconditioning available. TV/Video room. Security lockers. Email access. Linen supplied. Fully equipped kitchen. Laundry/ironing facilities.

TASMANIA

CRADLE MOUNTAIN

Cradle Mountain Backpackers
Cradle Mountain Road, Cradle Mountain
Tel: 61 3 6492 1395 Fax: 61 3 6492 1438
Email: [email protected] 

Cradle Mountain is 2 hours drive or bus travel from Devonport, 3 hours from Launceston and is the prime wilderness icon in Australia. Cradle Mountain Backpackers have 10 x 4 rooms along with self-contained 'cosy cabins'. See World Heritage Conservation! Dorms/twins/double/single. Group bookings welcome. Tent sites - campground onsite. 24 hour access. Central heating. Lounge room/dining room. Mail holding/forwarding. Fully equipped kitchen. Laundry/ironing facilities. Free parking.

DEVONPORT

Tasman House Backpackers
114 Tasman Street, Devonport 7310
Tel: 61 3 6423 2335 Fax: 61 3 6423 2340
Email: [email protected] 

Exciting new hostel in Devonport. Dorms, Twins, Double, Family rooms. 24 hour access and security. Luggage and bicycle storage. Kitchen and Laundry facilities. Breakfast and BBQ packages. Eightball, Darts & Table Tennis Competitions. Fortnightly International Dinners.

HOBART

Ocean Child Hotel
86 Argyle Street, Hobart 7000
Tel: 61 3 6234 6730 Fax: 61 3 6234 9306

2, 3, 4, bunk rooms and 2 x double rooms. Fully equipped kitchen. Centrally located. EFTPOS available. "Hobart's Traditional English Pub".

Central City Backpackers
157 MacQuarie Street, Hobart 7000
Tel: 61 3 6224 2404

Central City Backpackers, is, as its name suggests, right in the heart of Hobart. Opposite the main shopping area, and only a 3-minute walk to the Saturday markets, this 80 bed backpackers boasts that they can organize your life for you while you're in Tassie.

LAUNCESTON

Mallee Grill No. 1 Backpackers
1 Tarmar Street, Launceston 7250
Tel: 61 3 6334 9288 & 61 3 6331 1938
Fax: 61 3 6334 6830
Internet: http://www.andys.com.au/

Mallee Grill (formerly Andy's) - Tassie's Best Steakhouse, Great Coffee. Central City location. From $14 per night.

NEW SOUTH WALES

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Albury | Byron Bay | Cabarita Beach | Coffs Harbour |
Cooma | Dubbo | Jindabyne | Katoomba | Lismore | Nambucca Heads |
Newcastle | Port Macquarie | Port Stephens | Sydney | Ulladulla | Yamba

ALBURY

Albury Backpackers & Canoe Hire
459 David Street, Albury 2640
Tel: 61 2 6041 1822 Fax: 61 2 6021 6335
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.inframedia.com.au/albbackpackers.html

Albury is a good spot to break the Melbourne-Sydney trip. We are located on Oz's biggest river "The Murray". Canoe trips and bus trips organised. Visit the Ettamogah Pub. Horse Riding. Free bikes. Farm work available. See us in the Lonely Planet.

BYRON BAY

Arts Factory Lodge
Skinners Shoot Road, Byron Bay 2481
Tel: 61 2 6685 7709 Fax: 61 2 6685 8534
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.omcs.com.au/artsfactory

Are you ready for a life changing experience? Dorms, Doubles, Teepees, Camping, Island Bungalows. Pool, Spa, Bikes, Boards. Permaculture gardens. Basketball, Volleyball. Massage, Fire-Twirling, Yoga, Didgeridoo, and Drumming Workshops. Set on 5 lush acres, only 5 mins walk from town. Open verandahs, fully equipped kitchen. Free pick-up.

Backpackers Holiday Village
116 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 2481
Tel: 61 2 6685 8888 Fax: 61 2 6685 8777
Freecall: 1800 350 388 (reservations only)

Modern and clean facilities. Share, twin & double rooms, TV and video lounge, ISD phone, kitchen and laundry. Solar pool and spa. FREE Scuba Diving Lessons. Free courtesy pick-up. FREE Surfboards, Boogie Boards & Bicycles. THE ONLY HOSTEL IN BYRON BAY'S MAIN STREET.

Backpackers Inn on the Beach
29 Shirley Street, Byron Bay 2481
Tel: 61 2 6685 8231 Fax: 61 2 6685 5708

Relaxed friendly accommodation on the beach in the heart of Byron Bay. 46 spacious carpeted rooms with fans. Clean, well-equipped kitchen. Modern bathrooms with showers and baths. Disabled facilities. Large TV and common room. In-ground pool and volleyball court. Single, share and double rooms. Short walk to shops and bus stop. ISD phones and laundry. Email/Internet service, phone/message service. Cafe, BBQ and party nights.

Belongil Beachouse
Childe Street, Byron Bay 2481
Tel: 61 2 6685 7868 Fax: 61 2 6685 7445

Our hostel comprises large communal areas, timber floors, stained glass windows, native gardens and lawns. Located on the surf beach 15 minutes walk along the beach from town. Balinese style cafe offering discounted meals, live entertainment. Free bikes, boogie boards and surfboards. Laundry, ISD phone and fax. TV and video lounge. Large modern kitchen, BBQ area. Courtesy pick-up.

CABARITA BEACH

Emu Park Backpackers Resort
77 Coast Road, Cabarita Beach, Bogangar 2488
Tel/Fax: 61 2 6676 1190

Long quiet beaches, top surf. Bush walking. This NEW resort is two minutes from beaches, shops, hotel and club. Clean spacious single share, double and family bedrooms. Games room, table tennis etc. Comfortable lounge - TV & mags. Fully equipped kitchen. FREE bikes and surf boards. FREE pick up.

COFFS HARBOUR

Aussitel Backpackers
312 High Street, Coffs Harbour 2450
Tel: 61 2 6651 1871 Fax: 61 2 6651 5335
Freecall: 1800 330 335
Email: [email protected] 

Most centrally located hostel to beaches, harbour, town & restaurants. Family run clean modern hostel with heated swimming pool. Great facilities. Organised entertainment all year round. Free canoes, fishing gear, bikes, boogie & surf boards. Free Scuba Diving lesson in our heated pool twice weekly.

Hoey Moey Backpackers on the Beach
Ocean Parade, Coffs Harbour 2450
Tel: 61 2 6651 7966 Fax: 61 2 6651 4434
Toll Free Bookings: 1800 683 322
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.pb.uss.net.au/

UNIQUE HOSTEL ON THE BEACH. Great surfing location. Live entertainment. Inexpensive quality meals. Sky Channel. BBQ area. Free Boogie board. Free Pick-up. Free surfboard. Ensuites and TVs in all rooms. Laundry & kitchen facilities. ISD, Fax & Internet. Large lounge & dining area. All credit cards accepted.

COOMA

Bunkhouse Backpackers
28-30 Soho Street, Cooma 2630
Tel/Fax: 61 2 6452 2983

Cooma is the gateway to the Kosciusko National Park and the Snowy Mountains and is the region's principal tourist centre. Centre of town off the highway. Self-contained flats centrally heated with TV & video. Clean and friendly is our main priority.

DUBBO

Dubbo VIP Backpackers
163 Talbragar Street, Dubbo 2830
Tel/Fax: 61 2 6882 4455

In the centre of the city. 1 minute walk to swimming, shopping, nightlife. BBQ party every Friday night. Games room, 10% off tours. Closest outback experience to Sydney. Fun place to be. What you get: Dorms/twins/doubles/singles. Weekly rates available. 24 hour check-in. Airconditioning available. Tour booking desk. TV room. Games area. Job search assistance. Internet access. Fully equipped kitchen. Laundry/ironing facilities. Free parking.

JINDABYNE

Snowy Mountains Backpackers
7 – 8 Gippsland Street, Jindabyne 2627
Tel: 61 2 6456 1500
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.snowybackpacker.com.au/

Another brand new hostel added to the VIP network that offers a great range of services and facilities to backpackers. For travellers heading off to the snow, Snowy Mountain Backpackers offers a wide range of adventure sports plus ski and snowboard hire.

KATOOMBA

Blue Mountains Katoomba Backpackers
190 Bathurst Road, Katoomba 2780
Tel: 61 2 4782 4226 Fax: 61 2 4782 4236
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 624 226
Email: [email protected] 

Small friendly home away from home. Short walk to cafes, shops and town centre. FREE tea/coffee. FREE pick-up service. FREE blankets and doonas. Log fires, TV/video available. Excellent kitchen facilities. Spa pool. Laundry and drying room. Mountain bikes for hire. Tent sites/Cyclists welcome. COSTS: FROM $10 seasonal ($70 weekly rates). Dorms/twins and doubles.

Katoomba Mountain Lodge
31 Lurline Street, Katoomba 2780
Tel/Fax: 61 2 4782 3933
Email: [email protected] 

Built at near the turn of the century in the heart of the Blue Mountains, central to everything with spectacular mountain views. Warm homely atmosphere & friendly hospitality. 200 metres from railway - 5 mins flat walk from rail station. 50 metres to town centre. Share, Single, Double, Twin, Triple, Family - From $10 Share Daily. Quality spring mattresses. Clean fully equipped kitchen & laundry. Cosy TV lounge and dining room. Table tennis, darts, board games & cards. Home style breakfast & dinner. Sheets free. Towel hire. Car & Bicycle hire. Free - tea and coffee facilities. Blankets and electric blankets available during the winter. Free pick-up service.

LISMORE

Lismore Backpackers
14 Ewing Street, Lismore 2480
Tel: 61 2 6621 6118 Fax: 61 2 6622 8422
Email: [email protected] 

The hostel is only 5 minutes walk from the Lismore CBD and bus transit centre. Family, single and dorms with a very clean and airy fully equipped kitchen. ISD phone, courtesy pick-up from plane, train or bus. Laundry, BBQ and off street parking.

NAMBUCCA HEADS

Nambucca Backpackers Hostel
3 Newman Street, (off Palmer Street),
Nambucca Heads 2448
Tel: 61 2 6568 6360 Fax: 61 2 6568 5984
Free Call: 1800 630 663
Email: [email protected] 
Internet: http://www.nvi.net.au/~jpilgrim/backpacker/backpackers.htm

Small Cosy Hostel in Bush Surrounds. Share: $12-$15 Twin/Double: $25-$32. VIP 3 NIGHTS - $9 DISCOUNT p.p. (15 March - 30 November excl Uni holidays). 2 km from Highway - 500m from Town. Pre-book for free pick-up. "This little Resort Town is one of the best stops on the NSW Coast" - Lonely Planet. Free Boogie Boards - Snorkel Gear - Fishing Lines.

NEWCASTLE

Backpackers Newcastle
42-44 Denison Street, Newcastle 2303
Tel/Fax: 61 2 4969 3436
Freecall number for bookings only: 1800 333 436
Email: [email protected] 

Quiet centrally located clean spacious accommodation with well equipped kitchens, TV recreation rooms and sunny garden. Free transport to beach and surf lessons. Near Newcastle's best eat street and supermart. Key rooms. Courtesy pick-up via phone. Coin-op laundry and phone, pool table, table tennis, barbeque, free linen. Weekly $80. Safe and baggage minding. Lovely doubles. Winery tours $34. Dolphin watch $9. Whale watch (seasonal) $29.

PORT MACQUARIE

Lindel Port Macquarie Backpackers
2 Hastings River Drive, Port Macquarie 2444
Tel/Fax: 61 2 6583 1791
Freecall for bookings only: 1800 688 882
Email: [email protected] 

FIRST CLASS ACCOMMODATION IN HERITAGE LISTED HOUSE. FREE Pool Table - Swimming Pool - Bikes. Double, Twin and Share Rooms. Lindel is half way between Sydney and Byron Bay. Small Family Run Hostel. Courtesy Bus. IF IT'S FUN YOU WANT - LINDEL'S THE GO!

PORT STEPHENS

Award winning bungalows nestled amongst acres of bushland and gardens. An abundance of birds and native animals. Campfire and games room. Bunk rooms, doubles, family rooms and ensuite doubles. Packages available.

SYDNEY

Backpackers Headquarters Hostel
79-81 Bayswater Road, Kings Cross 2011
Tel/Fax: 61 2 9331 6180
Email: [email protected]  
Internet: