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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

I stayed in Beaches for a total of eight days in Airlie while I waited for my whitsundays sailing trip. My favorite thing was the fact that I got to work for accommodation so I worked 2 hours a day housekeeping and cleaning then I didn't have to pay rent. Also the restaurant has really good food and EVERY day... More