Gold Coast
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Dorm beds in Gold Coast, Australia range from $22 to $256/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 11 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 6, Jul 7, Jul 8.
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Hostel prices in Gold Coast, Australia
A typical dorm night in Gold Coast runs about $27.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $22/night) and September the most expensive (from $23/night).
At $22/night and up, Gold Coast is a mid-range hostel destination in Australia.
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Hostels we track in Gold Coast
- BUNK Surfers Paradise 8.4 · 2,982 reviews
- Backpackers In Paradise Resort 6.5 · 1,864 reviews
- Surf Inn Boutique Backpackers - Surfers Paradise 9.3 · 1,402 reviews
- Tequila Sunrise Hostel Surfers Paradise 9.5 · 368 reviews
- Tequila Sunrise Podstel 9.2 · 340 reviews
- Mumma's Hostel 5.6 · 304 reviews
- Maze Backpackers Gold Coast 7.7 · 218 reviews
- Capsuleaccom Hostel 8.0 · 206 reviews
- Maxmee Resort 7.7 · 202 reviews
- Bounce Surfers
- SOPO Backpackers
Local knowledge for Gold Coast
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster around Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise, which puts you a short walk from the beach and the G:link tram. Coolangatta at the southern end is quieter, closer to Snapper Rocks and Rainbow Bay, and consistently cheaper than anything mid-strip.
Getting around
- The G:link tram runs from Helensvale to Broadbeach South for a small fare and covers Surfers Paradise, Southport, and Broadbeach without needing a car or Uber.
- Broadbeach farmers market on Sunday mornings near Surf Parade and Oracle Boulevard has cheap, decent food. The restaurants along Cavill Avenue charge tourist prices for average meals.
- Combo tickets for Village Roadshow parks (Movie World, Sea World, Wet'n'Wild) are sold at a discount through hostels and some IGA supermarkets. Never pay the gate price.
When to go
February, March, and September are the cheapest months once school-holiday crowds clear out. December through January and the July school holiday fortnight are when hostel beds fill weeks in advance and nightly rates jump.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Gold Coast cost per night?
Dorm beds in Gold Coast currently range from $22 to $256/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Gold Coast?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Gold Coast are July 6, July 7, July 8.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Gold Coast?
HostelHawk currently tracks 11 hostels in Gold Coast, Australia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Gold Coast?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Gold Coast, with dorm beds from $22/night.
Is Gold Coast affordable compared to other hostel cities in Australia?
Gold Coast is a mid-range hostel destination in Australia, with dorm prices starting from $22/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Gold Coast?
Most budget hostels cluster around Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise, which puts you a short walk from the beach and the G:link tram. Coolangatta at the southern end is quieter, closer to Snapper Rocks and Rainbow Bay, and consistently cheaper than anything mid-strip.
What is the best time of year to visit Gold Coast?
February, March, and September are the cheapest months once school-holiday crowds clear out. December through January and the July school holiday fortnight are when hostel beds fill weeks in advance and nightly rates jump.