Hostel
 Global Backpackers Port Douglas

38 Macrossan Street, 4877 Port Douglas, Australia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.5/10! (score from 158 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

7.5
Good
159 reviews

Staff were excellent Free bus on Tues, Thurs and Sun to Cairns Meal vouchers for local pub

David United Kingdom

Nice place if you are looking to know some people, the best location in town for a Hostel. Kitchen is ok and normally clean.

Ramiro Argentina

We stayed in a private room. The room was good with a comfortable bed and a bathroom ensuit. However the common kitchen could have been cleaner. It was a mess most of the time.

Priyadarshini India

single room was sized ok, decent TV connected to the web and an alright en suite

Tom Australia

Great Management Fantastic Location Restaurant and bar diwnstairs top notch Friendly vibe

Lucas Australia

Meals weren't included. Location was excellent.

Glen Australia

The common area is really great, with a big open space and a deck to chill on. It’s located right in town too which is good.

Hannah Australia

Position was central Room was clean and comfortable Bathroom was clean

Sharon Australia

My private ensuite double room and lication in township

Cheryleharry Australia

Great place, location and cheap food vouchers for meals in bar downstairs

Leonard Australia
7.5
Good
159 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Staff were excellent Free bus on Tues, Thurs and Sun to Cairns Meal vouchers for local pub”
    David David United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Nice place if you are looking to know some people, the best location in town for a Hostel. Kitchen is ok and normally clean.”
    Ramiro Ramiro Argentina Argentina
  • “We stayed in a private room. The room was good with a comfortable bed and a bathroom ensuit. However the common kitchen could have been cleaner. It was a mess most of the time.”
    Priyadarshini Priyadarshini India India
  • “single room was sized ok, decent TV connected to the web and an alright en suite”
    Tom Tom Australia Australia
  • “Great Management Fantastic Location Restaurant and bar diwnstairs top notch Friendly vibe”
    Lucas Lucas Australia Australia
  • “Meals weren't included. Location was excellent.”
    Glen Glen Australia Australia
  • “The common area is really great, with a big open space and a deck to chill on. It’s located right in town too which is good.”
    Hannah Hannah Australia Australia
  • “Position was central Room was clean and comfortable Bathroom was clean”
    Sharon Sharon Australia Australia
  • “My private ensuite double room and lication in township”
    Cheryleharry Cheryleharry Australia Australia
  • “Great place, location and cheap food vouchers for meals in bar downstairs”
    Leonard Leonard Australia Australia

Categories:

  • Staff8.1
  • Facilities 7.3
  • Cleanliness 7.3
  • Comfort 7.2
  • Value for money7.5
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Port Douglas

Just 350 feet from Four Mile Beach, this boutique hostel offers spacious modern rooms with air conditioning. The common area and kitchen opens out to a large balcony with views of Port Douglas.

Facilities at Global Backpackers Port Douglas include a guest lounge with cable TV and a fully equipped kitchen and laundry. Free luggage storage and 24-hour check-in are available.

Rattle n Hum Bar serves wood-fired pizzas, steak and salad, and a wide range of drinks.

Guests have a choice of shared or private rooms, some with private bathroom. Full-length mirrors and storage shelves are standard in all rooms. All bed linen is provided.

Located in the very center of Port Douglas, Global @ Port is surrounded by nightlife, restaurants and cafes. It is 1,650 feet to Marina Mirage and a 10-minute drive to The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary.

This is our guests' favorite part of Port Douglas, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Global Backpackers Port Douglas has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 17, 2012

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Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Free parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM on site.

Property Highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Port Douglas, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

FREE parking!

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4 reasons to choose Global Backpackers Port Douglas

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  • The staff speaks English
Closest beach

  • Four Mile Beach

    8.4 Very good beach
    1,500 feet from property

Guest reviews

7.5
Good · 159 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff8.1
  • Facilities 7.3
  • Cleanliness 7.3
  • Comfort 7.2
  • Value for money7.5
  • Location9.5
  • Free WiFi8.2
Low score for Port Douglas

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See what guests loved the most:

  • David
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Staff were excellent Free bus on Tues, Thurs and Sun to Cairns Meal vouchers for local pub”
  • Ramiro
    ArgentinaArgentina
    “Nice place if you are looking to know some people, the best location in town for a Hostel. Kitchen is ok and normally clean.”
  • Priyadarshini
    IndiaIndia
    “We stayed in a private room. The room was good with a comfortable bed and a bathroom ensuit. However the common kitchen could have been cleaner. It was a mess most of the time.”
  • Tom
    AustraliaAustralia
    “single room was sized ok, decent TV connected to the web and an alright en suite”
  • Lucas
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great Management Fantastic Location Restaurant and bar diwnstairs top notch Friendly vibe”
  • Glen
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Meals weren't included. Location was excellent.”
  • Hannah
    AustraliaAustralia
    “The common area is really great, with a big open space and a deck to chill on. It’s located right in town too which is good.”
  • Sharon
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Position was central Room was clean and comfortable Bathroom was clean”
  • Cheryleharry
    AustraliaAustralia
    “My private ensuite double room and lication in township”
  • Leonard
    AustraliaAustralia
    “Great place, location and cheap food vouchers for meals in bar downstairs”

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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Macrossan Street
    0.1 miles
  • Marina Mirage
    0.2 miles
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
    0.3 miles
  • Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary
    2 miles
  • Flames of the Forest
    5.9 miles
  • Mossman Gorge
    6.8 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Rattle n Hum Bar & Grill
    0 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Four Mile Beach
    0.3 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Four Mile Beach
    1,500 feet
  • Newell Beach
    5 miles
Closest Airports
  • Cairns Airport
    33.3 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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1 Restaurant On Site

    Restaurant

    Open for: Lunch, Dinner

    Menu: À la carte

Amenities of Global Backpackers Port Douglas

Most popular amenities

Free WiFi
Free parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Bar
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Front Desk Services
  • Lockers
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Adults only
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Sustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules Global Backpackers Port Douglas takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

1:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Check-out

12:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Eftpos American Express Global Backpackers Port Douglas accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

FAQs about Global Backpackers Port Douglas

  • Global Backpackers Port Douglas offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Evening entertainment
    • Happy hour

  • Check-in at Global Backpackers Port Douglas is from 1:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Global Backpackers Port Douglas by:

    • Airport shuttle (public) 1h 30min

  • Global Backpackers Port Douglas is 800 feet from the center of Port Douglas.

  • The prices at Global Backpackers Port Douglas may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Global Backpackers Port Douglas has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant