Welcome to Airlie Waterfront Backpackers, located in Airlie Beach, the gateway to the beautiful Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef.

We are magnificently located across from the beach and foreshore, and just a short stroll from the Main Street, lagoon and bus interchange station, which is drop off point of Greyhound and Premier Buses.

Our Hostel is quiet, so you can relax, yet close to all attractions in Main Street, where you can find bars, shops and pubs. We offer several types of Accommodation styles to cover all your needs as well as fully equipped kitchen, reception and information wall.

Our cleaning staff is on the lookout 24/7 and their dedication in their job makes our hostel one of the cleanest ones in our location.

Our reception and full Tour desk with friendly and professional staff will offer you not only great and fast service, but also tourist advices on the spot or advice via email prior to your arrival, with full booking possibilities, so you can escape from every day worries while sailing, kayaking, diving, skydiving, fishing, playing golf or forest exploring.

Our rooms are modern and they are one of the best value in the region thanks to recent refurbishment which allowed us to add some extras such as Air-Condition (AC) in every room, en suite showers & toilets in most of the rooms and stunning balconies with amazing views of the beach and Islands around us, equipped with sun lounges and sitting areas.

Located in the Beach Plaza will also allow you to enjoy some local discounts in Indian restaurant Get That India, Sushi Hi, Noodle Bar or Salt Seafood Bar & Grill and theirs cocktail bar. You will also be able to enjoy great breaky Menus from Side Walk Caf and Salt bar.

So here it is, combination of great location, amazing tour packages for even more amazing prices, friendly staff and atmosphere just within your reach, yet we do have something more to offer. We also offer corporate and group travel with Leisure, Party, and Team Building activities that will allow you to purchase special packages that will include Food & Beverage options, Arts, Music, sports, relaxing and much more.

You can use any major card, western union or paypal to book with us

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

Important: Office is open from 7am till 8pm, for late arrivals please call to make arrangements. Any cancellations need to be made by 2pm the day BEFORE check-in. For groups of six or more cancellations need to be made by 2pm three days BEFORE check-in.