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Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

2.5 star property

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Billiards
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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

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)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (8 Bed Dorm)

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (4 Bed Dorm)

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (20 Bed Dorm)

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (14 Bed Dorm)

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

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Apartment, 1 Double Bed

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

Double Room, Share Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave

Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In 10 Bed Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only

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

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Bed in 10 Bed Dorm Female Only | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm Female Only

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

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Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

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

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About this property

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

An outdoor pool, a nightclub and a bar/lounge are available at this hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli and a microwave in a common area.
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.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Surfers Paradise Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and a free area shuttle, plus an outdoor pool.
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking options include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Just a 5-minute walk from Cavill Avenue and 9 minutes on foot from Surfers Paradise Beach
  • Free local-area shuttle service
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.

Billabong Bar – On-site bar. Happy hour is offered.

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM.
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

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

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 273 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 273 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 273 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 273 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 273 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Henry

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location and price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haolei

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

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

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

Damian

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

10/10 Excellent

oli

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

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
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

Jaye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Need a tv
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Iris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Truly awful and disqusting. We recived very dirty towels, the state of the shower was horrible. And last, but not least we just felt unsafe. It reeked of weed from our shared bathroom and our bathroom mates were hogging the batroom, talking loudly og listening to loud music early in the morning. People were also ouside our room talking til 3AM and then they started again at 5AM. We checked out as soon as we woke up even though we were supposed to stay for many days. Such a waste of money.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ramsay

Liked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Yin Sing

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds were extremely uncomfortable. The area was often unclean. There are people walking in and out of the room throughout the evening; it was extremely hard to sleep well. The bathroom and shower area has a lot of grime; evidently have not been cleaned in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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