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Backpackers By The Bay

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, steps from Port of Airlie

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Beach nearby
Private kitchen
Restaurant
Exterior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, QLD, 4802
  • Port of Airlie
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Coral Sea Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Airlie Beach

Backpackers By The Bay places you next to Port of Airlie and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Airlie Beach Lagoon. This hostel has 20 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Port of Airlie - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Airlie Beach Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Airlie Beach Lagoon - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Boathaven Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Coral Sea Marina - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Magnums Hotel - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Paradiso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Deck - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KC's Bar & Grill - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Backpackers By The Bay

Hostel with free parking, steps from Port of Airlie
Guests of Backpackers By The Bay enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and an arcade/game room. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an area shuttle for a fee. Staff members are on hand to provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a library, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include ceiling fans, safes, and ironing boards.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English, French

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Exterior

Magnums Airlie Beach

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  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
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Total includes taxes and fees
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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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately AUD 3.00 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Bay Hostel Airlie Beach
Backpackers Bay Airlie Beach
Backpackers By The Bay Airlie
Backpackers By The Bay Airlie Beach
Backpackers By The Bay Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Backpackers By The Bay?

Backpackers By The Bay provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Backpackers By The Bay?

This hostel is located in Airlie Beach, just steps from Port of Airlie. You'll also find Boathaven Beach and Airlie Beach Market less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Backpackers By The Bay?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Backpackers By The Bay include a casino at the property?

No, Backpackers By The Bay doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Backpackers By The Bay?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Backpackers By The Bay a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a poolside bar, an outdoor pool, and a terrace at this hostel.

Does Backpackers By The Bay have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Backpackers By The Bay have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Backpackers By The Bay offers continental breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Backpackers By The Bay allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Backpackers By The Bay.

Are there connecting rooms at Backpackers By The Bay?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Backpackers By The Bay?

The closest major airport to Backpackers By The Bay is Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), which is 24.9 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), which is around 15.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Backpackers By The Bay?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Backpackers By The Bay.

Backpackers By The Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

7.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy Gabriela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

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

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

8/10 Good

Magdalena

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Emily

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

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

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