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Maxmee Backpackers Resort | Hostel in Gold Coast

| 7.3 (1331 Reviews) |   101 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  15 Guests
Surfers Paradise Hostel | Maxmee Backpackers Resort

101 Bedroom Hostel in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast

The famous Surfers Paradise Beach is just a 5-minute walk away when you stay at Maxmee Resort. The hostel offers free WiFi, a tennis court and an outdoor pool. The hostel also offers free laundry, basketball, table tennis, volleyball and body-boards. The tour desk can offer sightseeing advice and arrange tours. Maxmee Backpackers Resort has won the TripAdvisor Award for Excellence for both 2014 and 2015. Guests have a choice between dormitory rooms and self-contained 2-bedroom apartments. The property is just a 20-minute walk or an 8-minute tram ride from Cavill Avenue, home to many dining, shopping and nightlife options. Gold Coast Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

Maxmee Backpackers Resort is located in Gold Coast.

This 101 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 1331 reviews with the average score of 7.3 . Coming to Gold Coast and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 101 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Gold Coast. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Maxmee Backpackers Resort in Gold Coast is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Maxmee Backpackers Resort”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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2837 Gold Coast Highway, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, 4217, Australia

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Evening entertainment
  • Bar crawls
  • Darts
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
  • Pool table
  • Movie nights
  • Happy hour
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Ping-pong
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Heating
  • Designated smoking area
  • Adults only
  • Safe
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Tour desk
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Baggage storage
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Private check-in/out
  • Laundry
Internet
  • Wifi
  • Internet
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun deck
  • Picnic area
Security/Safety
  • Security alarm
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
Spa
  • Swimming pool
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please note the property is closed on easter sunday, christmas day, boxing day and new years day, for more information, please contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, you must show a valid photo id (international passport only) and credit card upon check-in, we only accept guests between 18 - 35 years old, please note that children under 18 years of age cannot be accommodated at this hotel, please note for bookings of 8 or more guests, different policies and procedures may apply, for further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation, please note when booking mixed dormitory rooms all beds may not be in the same room, please note that maxmee resort hostel has a licensed bar. outside alcohol is prohibited, check in 2pm until 9pm, check out 8am until 10am, the property reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival, any cancelations or no shows within our 5-day cancelation policy will be charged the entire stay, please note refunds are not possible due to delays in transport, weather conditions, health conditions, and arriving after check-in time, there is a $20.00 key deposit this is in [cash only], please inform maxmee resort of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual 'schoolies week' period. it does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period, internet: wifi is available in all rooms and is free of charge, parking: yes parking is available this can not be reserved, pets: pets are not allowed.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.15
Location:
8.21
Staff:
8.48
Facilities:
7.31
Comfort:
7.32
Cleanliness:
7.3
AJ
Aug 26, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   6
Australia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18-35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18-35 years only)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper, Hairdryer

General

Heating, Carpeted, Lockers, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 8- bed mixed Dormitory Room (18-35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper

General

Heating, Carpeted, Lockers, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Heating, Carpeted, Lockers, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Microwave

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 11 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Private entrance, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Dining table, Cleaning products, Toaster, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Kitchen, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite (18-35 years only)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 24 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Deluxe 4 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite (18-35 years only)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shower, Toilet, Toilet paper

General

Heating, Lockers, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Hardwood or parquet floors, Laptop safe, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Private entrance, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Dining table, Cleaning products, Toaster, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Kitchen, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 11 m2
3 Bunk bed Bed
Triple Room with Shared Bathroom

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Shower, Toilet, Towels, Toilet paper, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV, Flat-screen TV

General

Carpeted, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Private entrance, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

Dining table, Cleaning products, Toaster, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Kitchen, Microwave, Refrigerator

Living Area

Sitting area, Dining area, Sofa

Bedroom

Linens, Wardrobe or closet

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 24 m2
4 Twin bed(s) Bed
Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet

General

Heating, Carpeted, Lockers, Iron, Ironing facilities, Fan, Key access, Privacy curtain, Air conditioning, Trash cans

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture

Room Amenities

Clothes rack

FAQ's

Is this Maxmee Backpackers Resort pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Maxmee Backpackers Resort?

Check-in time for Maxmee Backpackers Resort starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Maxmee Backpackers Resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Maxmee Backpackers Resort has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Maxmee Backpackers Resort?

Best-rates for the Maxmee Backpackers Resort starts from $85 per night with includes Bar, Guest Services, View, Sports/Activities, Internet, Pool, TV, Entertainment, Air Conditioner, Ocean View, Security/Safety, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Laundry, Designated Smoking Area, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Maxmee Backpackers Resort a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is not considered to be a family-friendly property. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has not specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Maxmee Backpackers Resort wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Maxmee Backpackers Resort has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Maxmee Backpackers Resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Maxmee Backpackers Resort indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Maxmee Backpackers Resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Maxmee Backpackers Resort are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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