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356 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach, Queensland 4802, Australia
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Beaches Backpackers
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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013

First impressions weren’t that good but it improved! We were told there would be a free breakfast and pick up from the bus stop.. Neither was true. It wasn’t that far from the bus stop, however, we arrived at night and in the pouring rain and the woman on the phone (bar girl) was very unhelpful at giving us directions... More

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Brighton, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013 via mobile

We checked into our room after being greeted by a member of staff on reception who quite clearly didn't really want to be there. The room was OK, just about enough space for all the people in there. The bathrooms however were filthy and looked as though they were never cleaned with hair and all sorts sitting in the bath.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2013

Ok it's a little run down in terms of cleanliness, and it's more than a bit of a party hostel, but for the price it's worth it for a couple of days. Our dorm was above the bar so it was quite noisy but as long as you have earplugs it's ok. The room wasn't too small and there was... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

Airlie Beach is already a dodgy place when it comes to backpacking but this was the ultimate worst experience with beaches hostel. They basically offered me a paid job working in the bar if I worked for accommodation at the same time. By the way the general manager of the hostel gave me this job. Being low on funds, I... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2013

For the price this place was amazing, although it took some getting used to. First impressions were awful, ripped carpet in the rooms, no main light, bathrooms falling apart, leaking aircon, no alcohol aloud in rooms, pool out of order and green... but the location and the people make it so bearable! Had some of the best nights here. The... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

The hostel is located in the main street near the lagoon and some rooms have a nice view. The meal deal is alright if you stay here but you are forced to have drink in their bar (which is loud at night!). There is no other common area in the hostel to meet other travellers. Staff is very unfriendly. It... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

I was staying at the YHA up the road from Beaches, but walking down the street with a coupon in one hand, I was always eager to get my $6.50 lunch and drink. $6.50 for a cider, a chicken parma (or another of the 12 dishes on offer) is just amazing! The food was always excellent (considering the price) and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013 via mobile

Stayed here before and after my whitsundays trip... Seemed busier over the weekend with loads of stag do's or something in the area. Cheap,clean , good location.. Bar was lively, big screens for sport which was great. Kitchen small but me & my mate didnt bother cooking, between the bar( which had great food deals) & subway we were sorted!!... More

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manchester
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013

I think this place is maybe down to look what room you get. We were in an 8 bed dorm at the back of the hostel. The room was huge and ensuite. It was dated but the aircon worked, it was clean (and cleaned everyday) and had it's own balcony. I wouldn't want to have stayed at the front of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

We stayed there only one night but we really enjoy it! We had a good deal for our meal, with 6 dollars you get a big meal and a drink and there are also some options for vegetarians. During the happy our a jug of cider/beer for only 8 dollars and the atmosphere was very fun. Music, games, dancing...it was... More

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Also Known As:
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Beaches Airlie Beach Hotel Airlie Beach
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Beaches Backpackers Airlie Beach/Whitsunday Islands, Australia
Address: 356 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach, Queensland 4802, Australia
Region: Australia > Queensland > Airlie Beach
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Ranked #26 of 32 Speciality lodging in Airlie Beach
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