Backpacker Hostels in Port Douglas, Australia

3 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $10.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Port Douglas

Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Lots of people hire bikes. They also run a free shuttle bus to Cairns and back three times a week, which is very useful! This place was the highlight of my East Coast adventure by far. I have lots … More
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…LIVE THE DREAM @ PORT No curfew Check-in 2.00pm Check-out 10.00am" …"We are situated @ 38 Macrossan St, this is the main street of Port Douglas. The famous 4 Mile beach is a 100m walk … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Party Hostel Quiet Rest Solo Traveller
"…The room was nice and the people friendly. The hostel was close to everything. I really enjoyed my time here. Great place to relax and unwind - Nice people and quiet at nights. The bar was fun and … More

Hotels in Port Douglas

"…Air conditioning is free. The kitchen is spotless with plenty of utensils and pans and pots. However it lacks a social atmosphere somewhat as the dining area, kitchen, and lounge area are all … More
"Studio apartments in the heart of Port Douglas minutes from pubs, clubs, resaurants, cafes & shops, free undercover parking" …"a one hour bus trip from Cairns" …2 Macrossan Street More

Apartments in Port Douglas

"…With early check-in and late checkout available on request if booking allow. There is a saltwater pool with sun lounges poolside. An undercover dining area beside the BBQ allows for social … More

Backpacker Hostels in Port Douglas, Australia

3 Hostels for Backpackers available. Prices start from $20.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Port Douglas (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Port Douglas.

A charming little rainforest resort town in the far northern reaches of Australia, Port Douglas tends to attract a ritzy clientele, but that’s not to say there aren’t accommodation options for the budget traveler. There are several hostels in Port Douglas that will allow you to enjoy a holiday in the tropics, and being a tiny town, none are more than a short walk from the beautiful, palm tree-fringed Four Mile Beach or the main street in town, Macrossan Avenue.

Outside of the beach, there are plenty of activities to keep visitors occupied in Port Douglas. Its proximity to the Great Barrier Reef makes it a great jumping-off point for snorkel and dive trips, and as well for exploring the rainforests of the Wet Tropics. Most Port Douglas hostels offer bicycle hire (sometimes free of charge) to get around and explore the town. The tropical climate makes Port Douglas a hot and steamy place to visit nearly all year round, and most hostels will have a swimming pool to cool off in, which is especially handy during “stinger season” (around October to May, when dangerous jellyfish occupy the waters just off the beach). As Port Douglas is built in the rainforest, it’s full of interesting wildlife— it’s not unusual to find a green tree frog in the shower or bright blue Ulysses butterflies fluttering around in the town’s streets. There is also a lively bar scene and plenty of restaurants to indulge in tasty, though often pricey, fare.

Most travelers reach Port Douglas from Cairns, a laid-back north Queensland city with an international airport located an hour’s drive south of Port Douglas, and luckily, many Port Douglas hostels offer a free pickup service from Cairns on certain days of the week if you call ahead. And with its “cruise-y”, laid-back atmosphere and relaxed hostels, many travelers end up staying in Port Douglas much longer than planned.

Port Douglas Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Port Douglas, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 3
Average dorm price $21
Average private room price $78
Cheapest Hostel in Port Douglas Global Backpackers with $19
Party hostels in Port Douglas Dougies Backpackers Resort (3 in total)
Average rating of all hostels 8

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