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Backpackers In Paradise Resort

2.5 star property
Hostel near Cavill Avenue in Gold Coast

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8:30 PM, sun loungers
Exterior
Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Cafe
Shower, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
6.2

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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Map
40 Peninsular Drive, Surfers Paradise, QLD, 4217
  • Popular LocationCavill Avenue5 min walk
  • Popular LocationSlingshot6 min walk
  • Popular LocationSurfers Paradise Beach9 min walk
  • AirportGold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta)36 min drive

Room options

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Desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (8 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (10 bed dorm) | Living area

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (10 bed dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bed in 10 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (20 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only

Bed in 4 Bed Dorm Room Female Only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (4 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed (14 Bed Dorm)

  • River view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Women only (10 Bed Dorm) | Living area

Shared Dormitory, 1 Single Bed, Women only (10 Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Apartment, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Bed in 10 Bed Dorm Female Only

Bed in 10 Bed Dorm Female Only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

Gold Coast

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Surfers Paradise hostel, you'll find Cavill Avenue and Slingshot. The Star Gold Coast and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cavill Avenue - 5 min walk
  • Slingshot - 6 min walk
  • Chevron Renaissance - 6 min walk
  • Surfers Paradise Beach - 9 min walk
  • SkyPoint Observation Deck - 9 min walk

Getting around

  • Cypress Avenue Station - 13 min walk
  • Varsity Lakes Station - 23 min drive
  • Coolangatta Airport (OOL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Paradox Coffee Roasters - 5 min walk
  • Domino's Pizza - 6 min walk
  • Goldie’s - 6 min walk
  • Royal Dynasty - 6 min walk
  • Cocohut - 7 min walk

About this property

Backpackers In Paradise Resort

Hostel near Cavill Avenue in Gold Coast
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. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. An outdoor pool, a nightclub, and a library are also featured at Backpackers In Paradise Resort.

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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Backpackers In Paradise Resort offers 23 accommodations with ceiling fans. Rooms open to balconies or patios. In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (AUD 2 per day)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (AUD 2 per 24-hour period)

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bodyboards on site
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/body boarding

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • 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 available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: AUD 10.00

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: AUD 2 per day (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: AUD 2 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 security system, and a first aid kit
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 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 each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

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.

Property is also known as

Backpackers Hostel Paradise
Backpackers Paradise Resort Surfers Paradise
Paradise Backpackers
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Backpackers Paradise Surfers Paradise
Backpackers in Paradise
Backpackers in Paradise Hostel
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Backpackers In Paradise Resort Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Backpackers In Paradise Resort Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 201 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 201 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 201 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 201 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 201 reviews" "

5.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Etienne

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

2/10 Terrible

Darly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything super dirty, the kitchen the worst
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
health hazard
This place is a health hazard. Really disgusting and the whole place stinks (from mould I reckon). There were stains on towels and sheets, fan was not working.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kam Tong

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Vincent

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Terrible hostel. Noisy in the mornings blaring music at 6am and policy on no drink is crazy. Thry took my drink through i bought for the next day and i wasnt drinking it in the hostel. Rude staff too. avoid !
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Anita

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst Hostel. Water was leaking from Sealing and sinks are so small that you won't be able to wash your face or hands. All the Dust all over the room no cleanness. Congusted beds and No AC. I won't recommend to any one.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Monica

Travelled with partner
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