The Hostel, Airlie Beach
394 Shute Harbour Road
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Why people book this hotel
“good location, private double room with shared bathroom was clean and bath got c…”
“The hostel stay was great, with a good location and nice staff”
“One of the cleanest hostels I've stayed at on the East Coast”
“Shared bathroom was good and cleaned daily”
“The staff were great- there is a strict non-smoking policy, which our neighbours…”
“Staff so friendly, upgraded us to a private room instead of dorm beds and the Fr…”
“Room decent with air conditioning”
“Great location with it being close to all of the shops/bars in Airlie Beach but …”
“Totally worth it”
“Location, atmosphere, price”
“Clean facilities, large room with lockers, en-suite bathroom, cheap laundry, wel…”
“The pool was lovely, clean, and very private”
Overview
The Hostel, Airlie Beach located YHA is close to the swimming lagoon, local nightlife, restaurants and cafes. It offers air-conditioned private and dormitory rooms, most offering a balcony. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool and use the free WiFi hotspot. The Hostel, Airlie Beach airlie Beach YHA features a shared kitchen and a spacious guest lounge area with a TV. All rooms include bed linen. Located in the centre of Airlie Beach, this hostel is only 300 metres from the coach transit terminal, and 15 minutes’ walk from Abel Point Marina. Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport is a 25-minute drive away. Hamilton Island Airport is an hours' ferry ride away. Reception can arrange transfers.
Traveller reviews
Peter Mandrup Madsen
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
One of the cleanest hostels I've stayed at on the East Coast
Gina
couple
May 29, 2026
“Practical Hostel Stay”
good location, private double room with shared bathroom was clean and bath got cleaned regularly. Room had Aircon.
Izabella
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
The hostel stay was great, with a good location and nice staff!
Lucie
solo_traveller
May 28, 2026
The location
Gloria
solo_traveller
May 25, 2026
“Basic hostel close to the beach”
Great location, large outdoor common area. There are lockers for luggage storage in the yard.
Nicole
couple
May 23, 2026
Good kitchen, well equipped. Room decent with air conditioning. Our room had a balcony with a drying rack, which was useful. Shared bathroom was good and cleaned daily.
THANH TRUONG
solo_traveller
May 21, 2026
The location is perfect.
Phoebe
couple
May 19, 2026
“Nice hostel in good location”
Great location with it being close to all of the shops/bars in Airlie Beach but just far enough away that it’s quiet at night. Very comfy bed and quiet A/C. Shared bathroom with one other private room and it was cleaned every day.
Emma
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
Clean facilities, large room with lockers, en-suite bathroom, cheap laundry, well organised kitchen, lovely courtyard area with pool.
Katie
couple
May 11, 2026
“Perfect non-party hostel”
Great location! The property was quiet and communal areas are kept very clean. The staff were great- there is a strict non-smoking policy, which our neighbours broke. The staff noticed before we had to tell them and they were evicted from the property straight away.
Robert
solo_traveller
May 11, 2026
“Staff were very helpful and friendly everyone spoke to each other. In the room I was in it was like a family we all got”
It was close to the beach. Close to the shops
Zoe
couple
May 5, 2026
Great location right in central Airlie Beach. Comfortable and clean rooms. Staff so friendly, upgraded us to a private room instead of dorm beds and the French lady (sorry I didn’t get her name) was so chatty and welcoming at check in, we loved her!
Isabelle
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
“Would stay again”
Good location, good space in kitchen, friendly staff
Florianne
solo_traveller
May 2, 2026
“Nice”
Location was perfect, it is close to the town centre, but not in a busy street, so it's still quiet at night. Beds are comfortable. Staff was very friendly & welcoming. The rooms are locked with a code which felt secure & safe. The lockers are spacious & can be locked with your own padlock. There is luggage storage with lockers, which I was able to use for free on the day I checked out, which was very appreciated.
Matt
couple
April 26, 2026
Very small room for the price paid. Many rules and threats of fines
Renan
extended_group
April 23, 2026
“Great Value x Stay”
The location of the hostel is close to the marinas, which makes it easy for any tour you book in the city. Totally worth it. Kitchen is also well furnished and functional for everybody. The bathroom was SUPER clean like new.
Vikanda
solo_traveller
April 20, 2026
The staff were very friendly and always helpful with anything I needed. The pool was lovely, clean, and very private. I was also able to borrow a hair dryer, which was very convenient. Overall, a great stay.
Tamas
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“Exceptional stay.”
I had a wonderful experience at this hostel! The place is spotless, quiet, and very well-maintained. The beds were comfortable, and both the toilet and shower were clean and functional. The atmosphere was friendly, with great people all around. The location couldn’t be better – it’s right in the heart of the town, just a short walk from the beach and nearby shops. Maxine and Laetitia were incredibly welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. Highly recommend this hostel to anyone visiting.
Federico
solo_traveller
April 14, 2026
“GREAT PLACE!!”
Location, atmosphere, price
Kylian
couple
April 13, 2026
“Amazing hostel”
Great location, hospitabel staff, clean and big kitchen.
Facilities
Activities
Darts
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Garden, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, Outdoor furniture
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Fence around pool, Swimming pool, Pool/beach towels, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Express check-in/check-out, Laundry, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area
Two-Bedroom Apartment
This air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. Guests can benefit from a balcony and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 3 beds.
Family Room
This family room features a private bathroom, air conditioning and garden views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Double Room (2 Adults) - Adult Only
This air-conditioned room features a balcony, bed linen and towels. It offers access to a bathroom shared with one other room. Please note that children cannot be accommodated in this room.
Double Room with Private Bathroom (2 Adults) - Adult Only
This large, air-conditioned room features an en suite bathroom, a TV, a small refrigerator and a work desk. Please note that this room is on a lower floor and does not have a balcony. Please note that children cannot be accommodated in this room.
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
The triple room offers air conditioning, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The triple room features a balcony. The unit offers 2 beds.
Twin Room (2 Adults)
This air-conditioned room features a balcony, bed linen and towels. It offers access to a bathroom shared with one other room. It has 2 single beds. Please note that the maximum occupancy is 2 adults. Children cannot be accommodated in this room type.
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