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Backpackers By The Bay

★★★★ 12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, AU

7.3 guest rating· 591 reviews

About this hotel

Convenient Location

Located just 400 meters from the main street of Airlie Beach and in front of the bus transit centre, Backpackers By The Bay offers easy access to Airlie's vibrant nightlife.

Amenities Galore

The environmentally-friendly hostel boasts a shared kitchen, laundry, pool, hammocks, BBQ, and library. Enjoy free tea and coffee all day, daily room servicing, and movies in the outdoor communal area.

Unique Experiences

Interact with wild cockatoos, relax by the pool, and explore Airlie Beach with ease using our tour booking services offering local discounts and free drinks.

Book your stay at Backpackers By The Bay now to experience a perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and adventure!

Rooms & rates

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Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds

Sleeps 4 · 4× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

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Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 8 · 4× Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

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Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 2 · 11 m² · Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fan
  • Toilet

This room offers air-conditioning and daily servicing. Bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. Bed linen and towels are included in the price. Please note that there is no capacity for additional guests.

Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Bunk bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fan
  • Toilet

This room offers air-conditioning and daily servicing. Bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. Linen is provided. Please note that towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own. Please note that the price is based on 1 guest.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 11 m² · Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Fan
  • Toilet

This room offers air-conditioning and daily servicing. Bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. Linen is provided. Please note that towels are not included in the price. You can rent them at the property or bring your own. Please note that the price is based on 1 guest.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Fence around pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Street parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • BBQ facilities
  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
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  • CCTV in common areas
  • Darts
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Games room
  • Garden
  • Hiking
  • Laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Minimarket on site
  • Movie nights
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Sun terrace

Location

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12 Hermitage Drive, Airlie Beach, AU

Check-in
from 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7.3591 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Good location+ Comfy bed− Unclean bathrooms− Loud noise disturbances− Outdated facilities
Cleanliness6.0
Service8.1
Location8.6
Room Quality6.5
Amenities7.0
Value for Money7.5

Shocking

1.0

Nothing

− Dirty place

Jennifer · AU · 2026-07-23

Guest review

7.0

It was a great chill hostel, nice vibe. It felt comfortable and safe as a solo female traveller.

− Can be loud at night even if not a party hostel but that is fine and to be expected in hostels I had earplugs.

Jessica · GB · 2026-06-15

My stay has been very comfortable.

10.0

Comfy beds! Comfy rooms! Very friendly and helpful staff. Great atmosphere! Clean toilets and good, hot showers.

− Nothing to dislike.

Shannon · AU · 2026-05-17

Good to know

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Backpackers By The Bay in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Backpackers By The Bay does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).

›Children and extra bed policy

Children are not allowed.

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›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.