| guests age 18 and over are welcome. some have bunk beds and/or minifridges. parking is available. continental breakfast is complimentary. ranging from private rooms to mixed-gender or female-only dorms, the utilitarian quarters offer free wi-fi. a 2-minute walk from the nearest tram station, this modest hostel is 5 km from the skypoint observation deck, and 4 km from both the sandy surfers paradise beach and dolphin swims at sea world. bathrooms are en suite or shared. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. other amenities include a communal kitchen, 2 tv lounges and an outdoor pool, plus 2 terraces and guest laundry facilities
Brisbane Airport 59 min
Broadwater Parklands (14 min)
Spacious park featuring a marine-themed water play area for kids, plus BBQ grills & walking paths. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast (18 min)
Expansive water park with many thrill rides, a wave pool, concessions & a surf shop. Infinity Attraction (9 min)
Funhouse attraction where guests encounter illusion-based special effects & music. The Star Gold Coast (16 min)
Upscale hotel with restaurants, bars & gaming, plus a day spa, a theatre & poolside cabanas. Warner Bros. Movie World (16 min)
Large park with a number of thrill rides including rollercoasters and regular live stunt shows. HOTA, Home of the Arts (9 min)
Cultural complex with facilities hosting movies, concerts & other events, plus a gallery & bar/cafe. Dreamworld (21 min)
Sprawling amusement complex featuring themed areas, with rides, attractions and a wildlife park. Ripley's Believe It or Not! Surfers Paradise (10 min)
Museum with kitschy oddities on display, including shrunken human heads & rare animal skeletons. Gold Coast Broadwater (13 min)
Shallow estuary including a rich marine park, marinas & islands crossed by ferry services. SkyPoint Observation Deck (11 min)
Observation deck & cafe offering scenic views from area's highest point, plus nightlife on weekends. Sea World (8 min)
Oceanographic theme park with marine animals & polar bears, plus shows, rides & interactive tours. Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets (10 min)
Regular, open-air night market featuring 100+ stalls, local artisans & live music performances. Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (32 min)
Native animals on display in natural surrounds, plus shows, encounters & a wildlife hospital. WhiteWater World (23 min)
Part of the Dreamworld amusement complex, this water park has slides, a wave pool & private cabanas. Surfers Paradise Beach (7 min)
Legendary surfing spot with a sand beach, set against a city backdrop with entertainment & shops. | 
