Hostels in Tweed Heads

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Next weekend
13 Nov - 15 Nov
In two weeks
20 Nov - 22 Nov
In one month
4 Dec - 6 Dec
In two months
1 Jan - 3 Jan

Our top choices for Tweed Heads hostels

A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a plant.

1. YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast

YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Bilinga
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Nicely located and friendly staff"
Australia
John
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
YHA Coolangatta Gold Coast
A rooftop pool with a cityscape view, surrounded by buildings and a bar/lounge area.

2. Bounce Surfers Paradise

Bounce Surfers Paradise
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Excellent services Amazing staff Great location I'd highly recommend it!"
Australia
Sasan
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Bounce Surfers Paradise
A multi-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

3. Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)

Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Fiyat performans yeri o fiyat a bu kadar olur zaten, aşırı kalabalık olması dışında iyi yönetilen bir yer. Akşam yemekleri de gayet yeterli."
Turkey
Ebru
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Tequila Sunrise Podstel (Gold Coast)
A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.

4. Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"I really loved this hostel! I booked a private room for two. The staff were really nice and had great amenities"
Australia
Candelaria
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island with stools, and pendant lighting.

5. Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast

Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast
2.0 star property
Surfers Paradise
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Tequila Sunrise Surfers Paradise Gold Coast
A reception area with a wooden counter, a large abstract art piece on the wall, and a glass door leading outside.

6. YHA Byron Bay

YHA Byron Bay
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (158 reviews)
"Clean room and such a nice place to stay."
United States
Kira
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
YHA Byron Bay
A restaurant named 'Surfers Paradise Grill' with a surfboard decoration and a coffee machine.

7. Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel

Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel
2.5 star property
Surfers Paradise
6.2 out of 10, (284 reviews)
"Great place!"
Australia
Aurelia-Sophia
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Backpackers In Paradise Resort - Hostel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs, surrounded by palm trees and buildings with balconies.

8. YHA Cape Byron

YHA Cape Byron
2.0 star property
Byron Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Jacob
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
YHA Cape Byron
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Tweed Heads and related destinations

Paddle a kayak along the scenic Tweed River or spot migrating whales from Point Danger's dramatic lookout. Families love the pristine beaches at Coolangatta just across the Queensland border, while nature enthusiasts can explore nearby Springbrook National Park's ancient rainforest trails.

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A coastal landscape with a beach, a small island with a lighthouse, and a distant city skyline.

Top reviews in Tweed Heads

A bar area with stools, a potted plant, and a surfboard.
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel
Byron Bay

10/10 Excellent

We really loved our stay here. It was our first visit to Byron and Wake Up made it such a memorable one. The location was perfect, great cafe and restaurant right next door and across the road from a beach access making this the perfect spot slightly out of town. There was a free shuttle bus that ran from early morning into the later evening that made it convenient to get in and out of town so we didn’t need to drive. After a night in town it was only a 20ish min flat walk back to the hostel if...
Australia
Sonique
Reviewed November 3, 2026
Wake Up! Byron Bay - Hostel

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Tweed Heads?

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Tweed Heads accommodations, which get good reviews from our customers: Mantra Twin Towns - Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool at this holiday park. Mantra on Salt Beach - Located within a 20-minute walk of Coolangatta Beach. Property features at this motel include free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tweed Heads?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 17°C. The rainiest months in Tweed Heads are January, February, March and December, with each month seeing an average of 177 mm of rainfall.

What is there to see and do in Tweed Heads?

Overall, Tweed Heads is known for its beaches, restaurants and surfing. Top attractions include Kirra Beach and Surfers Paradise Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Fingal Head Beach, Duranbah Beach and Kingscliff Beach. Cultural attractions include Twin Towns Services Club, Dracula's Cabaret and Ripley's Believe It or Not.

What's the best way to get to and around Tweed Heads while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in and around Tweed Heads in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Gold Coast, QLD (OOL-Coolangatta), located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from the city centre. Another option is Ballina, NSW (BNK-Ballina - Byron Gateway), located 45.5 mi (73.2 km) away.

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