Budget Hostels from

  • Plan, book, stay with confidence
    • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Be picky
    Search almost a million properties worldwide
    payments icon
    Treat yourself
    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    today icon
    Change your mind
    Book hotels with free cancellation

Featured Hostels in Whitsunday Island

Base Airlie Beach Resort - Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Base Airlie Beach Resort - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (226)
"Was a bit apprehensive booking this after reading a lot of bad reviews about the cleanliness, however my room was perfectly clean. It’s very basic and definitely a bit tired but is pretty much what I’d expect for the price and type of accommodation. Shower was very bad though, at some points just big drops of water. Events at Boaty’s made for fun evenings and good food there too, although due to the size / setup doesn’t lend itself so easily to solo travellers meeting people apart from in the...
Base Airlie Beach Resort - Hostel
Backpackers By The Bay
Beach nearby

Backpackers By The Bay

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (10)
"Met the best people! The owner is a legend!"
Backpackers By The Bay
Airlie Beach YHA - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Airlie Beach YHA - Hostel

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (72)
"Close to everything in Airlie and ensuite in the rooms"
Airlie Beach YHA - Hostel
Beaches Backpackers Airlie Beach - Hostel
Front of property

Beaches Backpackers Airlie Beach - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (56)
"It was good the rooms were big and the night life was amazing I would reccomend it"
Beaches Backpackers Airlie Beach - Hostel
Airlie Waterfront Accomodation - Hostel
Room

Airlie Waterfront Accomodation - Hostel

2.0 star property
Airlie Waterfront Accomodation - Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available properties in Whitsunday Island
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Other property types in Whitsunday Island

Mirage Whitsundays
Ecotours

Mirage Whitsundays

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (630)
"Incredible stay. Will DEFINITELY be back"
The price is S$364
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Mirage Whitsundays
Whitsunday Apartments
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Whitsunday Apartments

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2412)
"Best place! Wouldn’t go anywhere else for a tropical escape."
The price is S$404
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Whitsunday Apartments
Martinique Whitsunday
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains

Martinique Whitsunday

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (536)
"This place is fantastic . Up high on the hill the views are spectacular . All of Airlie Beach . It is up a steep hill "
Martinique Whitsunday
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

Black Friday: Members save 30%+

Members save 30%+ on selected hotels until 4 Dec (property time) with our Black Friday deals. Stay by 15 Dec 2025.
Unlock Black Friday deals

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Whitsunday Island?
Our travellers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may have budget-friendly rates: Daydream Island Resort - 11 mi (17.7 km) from the heart of Whitsunday Island. Located steps from Airlie Beach Lagoon. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities at this hostel. Airlie Beach Hotel - 17 mi (27.4 km) from the heart of Whitsunday Island. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this campsite.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Whitsunday Island?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually December and January, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 19°C. The rainiest months in Whitsunday Island are February, January, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 222 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Whitsunday Island?
Generally, Whitsunday Island is known for its beaches, boating opportunities and coral reefs. Major attractions include Whitehaven Beach, Catseye Beach and Hamilton Island Marina. Get out into nature with places such as Hill Inlet, Champagne Beach and Whitsunday Islands National Park. Additional attractions include Coral Sea, Airlie Beach Lagoon and WILD LIFE Hamilton Island.
What's the best way to get to and around Whitsunday Island while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Whitsunday Island in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Hamilton Island, QLD (HTI-Great Barrier Reef), 6.9 mi (11.2 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Proserpine, QLD (PPP-Whitsunday Coast), situated 32.3 mi (51.9 km) away.