Best Five Places To Stay In Whitsundays

On the hunt for budget accommodation during your stay on the Whit Sunday Islands? Look no further; here are five great places to stay in Whitsundays that won’t pull on the purse strings.

Airlie Beach YHA Backpackers’ hostel

With rooms starting from $25, the Airlie Beach hostel provides travellers with affordable accommodation without compromising on quality. Offering double, twin and multi-share rooms, the hostel suits a variety of different group sizes. All rooms are air-conditioned, many have private balconies and all guests are granted full access to communal bathroom facilities, kitchen, dining area, pool and TV room. The hostel is nestled in the centre of Airlie Beach and is in close proximity to local eateries, nightlife and swimming lagoons. What’s more, there is a tour desk on site where guests are able to book numerous excursions, such as reef trips and sailing, for discounted prices.
394 Shute Harbour Rd, Airlie Beach

Island Gateway Holiday Park

From $52 per night, the Island Gateway Holiday Park makes an ideal place to stay, being the is the closest accommodation park to Airlie Beach. Boasting an array of accommodation styles which cater to all budgets, visitors can unwind in good quality rooms whilst keeping a healthy wallet. Holiday Park staff are friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable about the area, so don’t be shy when asking for sightseeing information! If guests become a little restless, the holiday park provides free entry to their tennis and golf courses throughout the day.
1 Jubilee Pocket Road, Airlie Beach

Barefoot Lodge, Long Island

With dorm beds starting at $30 and private rooms at $60; customers can enjoy their stay at the Whit Sundays, Long Island, for less. Encircled by 2500 acres of tropical rainforest, clear turquoise ocean and stunning natural scenery, this accommodation is bargain you simply can’t overlook. Stroll along crisp white sand, unwind on a hammock beneath the palm trees, paddle in the warm waters and return to a Lodge jam-packed with amenities. With a games and laundry room, Sauna, Spa, outdoor swimming pool, BBQ area, tennis court and Wi-Fi access for guests to use at their leisure, they’ll never be a dull moment during your stay at the Barefoot Lodge.
Whitsunday Passage, Long Island

A&A Motel, Proserpine

In close proximity to Airlie Beach lies the A&A Motel. With a standard room priced at $125, the A&A invites guests to spend the night in a comfortable room, with free access to the outdoor pool, for a reasonable price. Make sure you check out Proserpine’s Sugar refinery, museum and Lake Proserpine during your stay. Alternatively, take advantage of the easy transport links and venture to Airlie Beach Saturday Markets – spend the day browsing through hand-crafted trinkets, murals and quirky garments.
156 Main Street, Proserpine

Nomads Airlie Beach backpackers hostel

Nestled in the heart of Airlie Beach, and set amongst seven acres of tropical grounds, Nomads backpackers’ hostel provides tourists with Melanesian inspired lodging for reasonable prices. All rooms have ensuite bathroom facilities, air-conditioning and guests are welcomed to use the communal kitchen area, volley ball court, poolside bar and swimming pool. The park also comprises camping facilities, with powered and non-powered sites.
354 Shute Harbour Road, Airlie Beach