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Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

2.5 star property

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A restaurant named 'Surfers Paradise Grill' with a surfboard decoration and a coffee machine.
Two women in bikinis standing at a table with drinks.
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
A pool table in a room with a mural of a shark and fish, a projector screen, and a sofa.
A row of surfboards leaning against a wall, a bicycle parked nearby, and a green pathway lined with palm trees.

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July

Explore the area

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40 Peninsular Drive, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217
  • Place, Cavill Avenue
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chevron Renaissance
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Surfers Paradise Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

A room with two single beds, a ceiling fan, a framed cityscape picture, and a door.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (8 Bed Dorm)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and an orange accent wall.

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (8 Bed Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (4 Bed Dorm)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and an orange accent wall.

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (4 Bed Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (20 Bed Dorm)

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (20 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (14 Bed Dorm)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and an orange accent wall.

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (14 Bed Dorm)

  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Apartment, 1 Double Bed

Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Apartment, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Share Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern apartment with a dining area, kitchen, and living space.

Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed In 10 Bed Female Dormitory

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, and a mirror.

Bed In 10 Bed Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a small desk, and a window with a view.

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a window.

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm Female Only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, wooden flooring, and orange walls.

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Gold Coast

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel puts you in the heart of Gold Coast, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Cavill Avenue and Surfers Paradise Beach. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool, a nightclub and a free area shuttle. .Billabong Bar is the hostel's own bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Surfers Paradise hostel, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from The Star Gold Coast.
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What's nearby

  • Cavill Avenue - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chevron Renaissance - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Slingshot - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cypress Avenue Station - 13 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 23 min drive
  • Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Island Rooftop - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Milky Lane Surfers Paradise - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cliffords Grill & Lounge - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Olive Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a library are also featured at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Gold Coast hostel.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel offers 23 accommodations with a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Billabong Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bodyboard
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Laundry detergent

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The shared dormitories are available to guests ages 18 - 35 only. All guests staying in a shared dormitory must present a valid passport at check-in. Private rooms, including apartments, are available to guests of all ages.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 25.00 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Hostel Paradise
Backpackers Paradise Resort Surfers Paradise
Paradise Backpackers
Backpackers Paradise Hostel Surfers Paradise
Backpackers Paradise Resort
Backpackers Paradise Surfers Paradise
Backpackers in Paradise
Backpackers in Paradise Hostel
Backpackers In Paradise Resort
Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel Surfers Paradise

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

As of 28 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel on 30 Jul 2026 start from NZ$130, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

Yep, Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel is a short 9-minute walk from Surfers Paradise Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Does Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel have a pool?

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel has a pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 8 AM to 8:30 PM.

What makes Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 276 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 276 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 276 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 276 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 276 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Our room was clean and had everything we needed. Great place for a simple and affordable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location and price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Haolei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and value for money, the staff are friendly and keep on top of everything which is great, will be staying here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

oli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good Location, Clean & Nice People/Place
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hostel, has a pool and cafe which is cool, my WiFi didn’t work. And with one fan in the room it made it super hard to sleep, but staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really well organised hostel, excellent value, good vibes and lovely helpful staff 20/10
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, very friendly staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cami

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A really comfy place to stay… very walkable from the heart of the city and near the beach. Excellent service for the price that we paid.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Hanne

Stayed one night as stopover. Excellent place to spend a rainy night, played pool and
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mark

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

Very pleasant

My stay was very pleasant. Thanks to the tesm..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Jaye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need a tv
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Decent hostel. Kitchen was small, narrow, and dirty but still useable. Staff were nice. They have a restaurant on site that made a good veggie burger.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody

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

Home away from home.

My stay was great! Staff made the stay even more enjoyable with entertainment and a quiz to bring everyone together. The entertainment host Mia was terrific in doing so. Thankyou for the stay and look forward to returning again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jayson

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was okay just had little issues with cleanliness and windows not locking felt uneasy leaving belongings there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Monica

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenience to beach access. Pillows were almost flat and real hard mattress.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel. Quick getaway to party. Didn't expect to meet a bloke name Luke who happened to stay here also and at Wicked Pub crawl. Great value for money. Just wish the top bunk i was on had power outlet. 10 min walk from Cavil Ave. Highly recommend great staff too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Daisy Rose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is amazing, a short walk to the beach and main clubs. Majority of the staff were exceptional however there was one point where we were in our room ill and a cleaner came into our room ‘to clean’ and wouldn’t leave for a solid 5 minutes of us asking. The cleanliness of our room was also questionable with stains and dirt all over the floor but the overall atmosphere is really friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Amazing Staff

I arrived for check in a couple of hours early and the Staff were so nice & accommodating. They went out their way to get my room ready because I had to go out & wasn’t back till late.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Gabrielle

Disliked: Cleanliness
Decent hostel. Kitchen was dirty, narrow and small (basically a hallway), but was still useable. Staff were nice. They have a restaurant on site that made a great veggie burger. Central to bus station and downtown. Not sure if I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you

Fantastic had no idea of being a back packers venue at all stayed end of gold coast Alfred cyclone had particularly nothing yet greeted and looked after with my partner so kindly the bedroom was so clean welcoming bathroom clean and big had a very safe comfortable place to stay thank you to the man at reception for all your all your helo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

Etienne

Liked: Staff & service
No good free wifi, good area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

sara

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It's a party hostel, which is all good! just make sure you expect a lot of mess and a lot of noise, but you get what you pay for, its the cheapest hostel in surfers! and does have good hang out spaces but again there will always be people drinking and being rowdy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023