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Freedom Backpackers Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel in Rainbow Beach with 2 outdoor swimming pools

Photo gallery for Freedom Backpackers Hostel

Fridge, microwave
Exterior
Front of property
Bar (on property)
Classic Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
4 Feb - 5 Feb

Explore the area

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20 Spectrum Street, Rainbow Beach, QLD, 4581
  • Place, Phil Rogers Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 8 Bed Dorm)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Classic Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Classic Double or Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Rainbow Beach

At Freedom Backpackers Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Phil Rogers Park and Rainbow Beach. Highlights at this hostel include 2 outdoor swimming pools and in-room free WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Rainbow Beach hostel include Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead and Carlo Sand Blow.
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What's nearby

  • Phil Rogers Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rainbow Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cooloola Great Walk North Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carlo Sand Blow - 7 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Inskip Point - 12 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Maroochydore, QLD (MCY-Sunshine Coast) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Deck @ Sea Salt - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Marina and Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Rainbow Beach Surf Life Saving Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sails - ‬30 min drive

About this property

Freedom Backpackers Hostel

Hostel in Rainbow Beach with 2 outdoor swimming pools
Freedom Backpackers Hostel offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. Public spaces have free WiFi. Freedom Backpackers Hostel also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rainbow Beach hostel.

  • 285 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Freedom Backpackers Hostel offers 285 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 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, debit cards and cash
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Freedom Backpackers Hostel?

Yep, Freedom Backpackers Hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Rainbow Beach.

How much does it cost to stay at Freedom Backpackers Hostel?

As of 14 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Freedom Backpackers Hostel on 4 Feb 2026 start from NZ$209.71, 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.

Does Freedom Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Freedom Backpackers Hostel has 2 outdoor swimming pools. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Freedom Backpackers Hostel?

No, Freedom Backpackers Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Freedom Backpackers Hostel?

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

Are pets allowed at Freedom Backpackers Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Freedom Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Malin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Saknar någon typ av personlig förvaring som ett värdeskåp el liknande i rummen. Dålig säkerhet då rummen hade nycklar till sig istället för kort vilket gjorde att många inte låste dörren.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026