backpacking Port Douglas
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If you are planning to backpack Port Douglas, then this page provides information on what backpacker hostels are available here. The page also provides a description of Port Douglas and information on how to get here.

backpacking port douglas
The once sleepy coastal town of Port Douglas, population 3600, was once a rival town to Cairns in the gold rush days. It was awakened in the 1980’s when big developers moved in and built a number of upscale resorts and hotels. The town has managed to retain its local charm however, and caters to big and small budget travellers and offers a wide variety of accommodation for both.
backpack port douglas
Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas
Photographer: Peter Lik
Courtesy Tourism Queensland
backpacking Port Douglas
Four Mile Beach, Port Douglas
Photographer: Peter Lik
Courtesy Tourism Queensland
The drive to Port Douglas from Cairns takes around 40 minutes and is quite beautiful as it hugs the coast. From the newly developed marina, you can take boats and catamarans out to the Great Barrier Reef. There are a number of delightful restaurants in town with prices covering the full spectrum.

   
Port Douglas backpacker hostels
Parrot Fish Lodge
37 Warner St
Port Douglas, QLD 4871
Phone (07) 4099 5011


Ti-Tree Resort
1 -5 Barrier St
Port Douglas, QLD 4871
Phone (07) 4099 3444

Dougie's Backpackers
111 Davidson St
Port Douglas, QLD 4871
Phone (07) 4099 6200
Port Central
36 Macrossan St
Port Douglas, QLD 4871
Phone 0418 773 817

 

 

 
By Bus
Coral Reef Coaches operate from Cairns

 
 
 
 
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