CALI Backpackers
Hostel in Golden Beach
Reasons to book
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
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About this hostel
Set in Caloundra, 700 metres from Bulcock Beach, CALI Backpackers offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Golden Beach
Available Rooms
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 871 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 871 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 129 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 258 ft²
Sleeps 1
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Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
1 Bunk • 96 ft²
Sleeps 1
You'll be directed to Booking.com for availability & pricing
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Reviews
100% verified reviews
1.0
The location is good. It is close to a local grocery store and the beach.
This place is filled with French and their culture is not welcomed by everyone. Hygiene is poor and facilities in the room is not sufficient comparing with other hostels at similar price.
1.0
Close to grocery store.
Do NOT stay here unless you have to. The only reason this place has a good rating is because of faked reviews, left by the same persons. The pictures look very nice but it does not look like that any more!
Firstly, the place is very run down and there is junk just laying around. Most people staying here are there long term, thus their personal stuff is scattered everywhere. I stayed in a 4-bed dorm where the guy staying long term had overtaken the room, stuff and dirty laundry everywhere. Literally had to wade through stuff to get to my bed. Not acceptable when sharing the room with others.
The kitchen is disgusting, people leave dishes and do not clean up after themselves. Impossible to even find a coffee cup.
The wifi does not work, at all.
The ladies bathroom had an awful smell of sewers during my entire stay. They did not seem to get cleaned daily either. Very dirty.
Our room was positioned just outside the long terms stayers hang out spot, which meant that it was loud and noisy until late at night. No "quiet-time" was in place.
Finally, the receptionist was incredibly rude and cared more about hanging out with his buddies than welcoming us to the place. Did not tell us anything except for where our room was and then went back to drinking with his friends. When I asked about alternatives (since I was not keen in staying in the room where someone's personal stuff was everywhere) he was barely responsive.
3.0
Location
The fact that I was told there were 6 bed dorm and they’ve squeezed an extra bed in there making it not what they have advertised
I also contacted them about this with no response
10.0
Everyone is freaking friendly, I’ve stayed there for 3 days, nothing to complain about
Couldn’t stay there longer
5.0
I liked that there were plenty of facilities to use. The kitchen was great, really spacious. The female dorm rooms themselves were in good condition and plenty of room to move around without feeling on top of one another.
Really great to meet other solo travellers.
I was disappointed that I was told to download the GOKI app and to discover that the door’s coding system wasn’t working.
This therefore made the stay slightly uncomfortable because of the security of the room. It took several days for this to get fixed too.
The wifi service wasn’t great either- unfortunately was unable to connect at any point. Slight inconvenience if you’re relying on wifi for your visit as a solo traveller.
9.0
Proche d’une centre commercial et d’une salle de musculation
Rien à déclarer
7.0
There was no breakfast offer, the location was excellent
Bit untidy in places
10.0
Everything were organise properly.
People. All friendly ( staff and customers).
10.0
super établissement
RAS
8.0
Very clean and cosy little hostel. Comfy bed. Free parking. Facilities are good.
Lots of people staying long term, so not the best place to socialise and meet other travellers. The atmosphere is more one of a big flatshare than a hostel. Fun if you want to work in the area and stay longer, not so much if you're only there for a couple of nights.
No designated smoking area, so people smoke wherever (although my room wasn't impacted)
8.0
The outdoor facilities, clean room and big kitchen.
10.0
お酒くれてみんなで話しながらワイワイ過ごした!
夜ご飯にパスタ作ってくれた😚
スタッフはみんなフレンドリーでとても良かった!
無し
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Golden Beach?
The average price for a rental in Golden Beach is $152 per night. This rental is $2 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at CALI Backpackers. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at CALI Backpackers. Enjoy the water!
Is CALI Backpackers pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at CALI Backpackers?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.
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