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Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

2.0 star property
Hostel in Port Douglas with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Exterior
Living area
Lunch and dinner served
Bar (on property)
Check-in/check-out kiosk

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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38 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, QLD, 4877
  • Place, Macrossan Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Port Village Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Four Mile Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, WiFi, bed sheets

10 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, WiFi, bed sheets

6 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, WiFi, bed sheets

4 Bed Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Ensuite | Blackout drapes, WiFi, bed sheets

Double Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Port Douglas

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas places you next to Macrossan Street and within a 5-minute walk of Port Village Shopping Centre. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Macrossan Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Port Village Shopping Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Four Mile Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Sugar Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rattle n' Hum
  • ‪Zinc Port Douglas - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Origin Espresso - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Fresq - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nectar Port Douglas - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas

Hostel in Port Douglas with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests of Global Backpackers - Port Douglas enjoy free WiFi in public areas, an arcade/game room, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Additional amenities include laundry facilities, an ATM, and a TV in a common area.
Guests can stay connected with WiFi. Ceiling fans are also available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rattle n Hum Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8 AM - 11 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Rattle N Hum Bar]
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 cash deposit 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Global Backpackers Port Douglas Hostel
Global Backpackers Hostel
Global Backpackers Port Douglas
Global Backpackers
Global Backpackers - Port Douglas Port Douglas

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see within easy reach of Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

This hostel is located in Port Douglas, just steps from Macrossan Street and Port Village Shopping Centre, and within a short walk of Four Mile Beach. You'll also find Rex Smeal Park and St Mary's by the Sea Chapel less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

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

Does Global Backpackers - Port Douglas feature a casino on the premises?

No, Global Backpackers - Port Douglas doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some rooms include courtyard views.

Does Global Backpackers - Port Douglas have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Global Backpackers - Port Douglas have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Global Backpackers - Port Douglas doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Global Backpackers - Port Douglas allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas though service animals are welcome.

Does Global Backpackers - Port Douglas have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Global Backpackers - Port Douglas.

Global Backpackers - Port Douglas Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jason

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didn't think it was very clean. Room was small. Check in was crazy as our phones would not work and no one to talk to. Worked out there was a sister hostel and they were great sorted us out in no time. Can't rely on phones to check in guys. overpriced considering all the other better places we've stayed at in the last 3 weeks in Oz.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lais

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Great staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Room had an ensuite. $95. Very unclean, pillows and mattress protector badly stained, clean top sheet stains, cobwebs even near bed, smelly entrance and room, rusty noisy fans etc
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

ilaria

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

Comfort stay

Friendly staff and great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

100% recommend

To start with, Port Douglas is SO beautiful and I highly recommend visiting. My partner and I are frequently using hostels and Global backpackers is definitely up there with the best. The check in was smooth and Clara was really efficient. She gave us a quick tour and the hostel has good space to chill as well as a good size kitchen and amenities. Laundry was cheap and the hostel also offered an amazing Meal deal for the bar next door (great food too). Our room was a double with an en suite which good air con and a TV! The bed was comfy, although slightly short for my 6'2 partner but we managed fine and it didn't effect his sleep. We ended up staying an extra night and would 100% go back. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

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

Would stay again!

Very clean, spacious dorm room. Hostal is centrally located which is nice to get out for a walk. Would definitely stay again if ever back in Port Douglas!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Rose, NZ

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Handy to the main shopping area with limited parking but the cheapest ensuite accommodation we could find. Value for money but the communal kitchen is not kept clean by the guests who use it, so dishes pile up before staff come to clear up. Guests seldom wiped up the cooking area. Most of the guests seemed to be permanents on work visas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Clean, well located backpackers

It’s a backpackers for sure, but we booked a double room ensuite. Came with towels and bedding, just bring your own soap. Well equipped shared kitchen, super close to al ost everything. Great discounts and meals at Rattle’n’hum resto downstairs. Clean and well cared for property, friendly guests.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Busy hostel in centre of town

Overall a good stay but lots of little niggles. Slightly broken facilities, lack of plug sockets and more passive aggressive rules signs than I have ever seen before! Staff are really good and always helpful - they are the highlight.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Kylie

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

Great location, great staff

My friend and I stayed only 1 day but it was great. The staff was very helpful, and friendly. Our room was clean, well managed with good air-con system. Also, the location is very good, close to many stores and restaurant, and to the beach:) highly recommended

8/10 Good

Anne

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

Good budget accommodation

Good accommodation at budget price. Only downside was free wifi didn't work an we had to pay for wifi.

10/10 Excellent

sonia

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

Great location

enjoyed it

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Cheap and convienient

Just need a cheap room for the night. Great for short stay

10/10 Excellent

Carmen, Canberra, ACT

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

Great value, exceeded expectations.

We stayed in a double ensuite room while in Port Douglas for the night. The hostel and the room far exceeded my expectations for backpacker style accommodation. We (early 30s couple) chose to spend extra for a private room with an ensuite as my shared dorm days are well behind me. This was great value for money. The room and bathroom were clean, air-conditioned, not cramped, TV, comfortable bed. I would absolutely recommend this to anyone looking for cheap and cheerful accommodation in Port Douglas.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location friendly staff

Beds were uncomfortable but the staff assisted with extra pillows and towels when needed. Very friendly staff which helped allot with queries.

6/10 Okay

Gina, Li

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Excellent location, 5 mins walk to 4 miles beach

Simple room with great location . It is handy to have all shops and restaurant around.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very central and nice backpackers

The hostel staff were extremely friendly and informative. Very central. I was able to check in earlier which is always good when arrive to a destination and just want to chill for a bit. Big screen tv in the lounge, great facilities. only problem is the $15 deposit for cutlery but you get it back anyway. I'd stay there again :)

8/10 Good

pascal

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

Sympa et bien placé

J'y ai fait un premier séjour bien sympathique et lorsque je suis revenue à Cairns j'y ai séjourné à nouveau. Pourquoi chercher plus loin? Évidement c'est le confort d'une auberge de jeunesse pas d'un 3 étoiles mais pour le prix que peut on demander de plus?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

senza infamia e senza lode

Io e la mia ragazza abbiamo soggiornato in questa struttura durante la nostra vacanza in Australia. La posizione è molto comoda e la nostra camera era abbastanza spaziosa. Il personale è gentile, disponibile anche se a volte è un po' preso con le altre attività che gestisce, quindi può capitare di dovere aspettare che qualcuno si faccia vivo.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

BERNARD

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel pas propre , à eviter si possible

En promenade en couple à Port Douglas:cherche hotel avec un bon rapport qualite prix. Ce n'est pas celui la ! serviette de toilette sale , pas de lampe de chevet, une lumiere blanche pour la piece Moquette sale .pas de savon . mauvaise odeurs ds les couloirs, chaussures à mettre ds le couloir , fenetre sur cour , clim bruyante et mauvaise odeur ds le chambre , pas de placard , cintre ou chaise ... acceuil correct , sans plus hotel bruyant apres minuit Seul interet ; hotel tres bien placé
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

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