Reef Lodge Backpackers

Hostel/Backpacker accommodation4 Wickham Street. Townsville Queensland, Townsville, AustraliaShow on map

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7.1 · Good5 reviews

Check-in from 3:30 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
Good locationGuests rate the location 7.4 out of 10, at 4 Wickham Street. Townsville Queensland.

Convenient Location and Attractions Reef Lodge Backpackers, located in Townsville, Queensland, offers a prime location near Reef HQ, Museum of Tropical Queensland, The Strand beachfront, and Magnetic Island Ferry. Townsville Airport is just 6 km away.

Comfortable Amenities Guests can enjoy 2 shared seating areas with large TVs, balconies, a communal kitchen, and laundry facilities. The lodge also features a fitness centre, free barbecue facilities, darts, and a billiards table.

Recreation and Relaxation With a fitness centre, barbecue facilities, and entertainment options like darts and billiards, Reef Lodge Backpackers provides the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation for a memorable stay.

Book your stay at Reef Lodge Backpackers for a delightful experience in Townsville!

What this place offers

Television in common areas
Billiards or pool table
Free wired internet
Water park access (surcharge)
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Internet access
Games
Housekeeping on request
Private picnics
Japanese garden

Rooms

7.1

Good

Rated 7.1 out of 10 by 5 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.9
Service7.3
Location7.4
Rooms6.8
Amenities6.8
Value6.8
Food & drink6.9

Guests mention

CleanlinessFriendliness of the staff

AlexisAustralia
October 2025Couple
My stay at Reef Lodge
Cleanliness and friendliness...I would stay again if I could
When the light went out in the toilet...but then I realized it was on a timer...and it didn't get switched off by a human 😂

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated February 2026.

Where you’ll be

4 Wickham Street. Townsville Queensland, Townsville, Australia

Guests rate the location 7.4 out of 10 — good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:30 PM until 09:00 PM

Check-out by 10:00 AM

No children

No pets

Non-smoking rooms available

Parking. No parking available.

Children and extra bed policy. Children are not allowed. You haven't added any cots. You haven't added any extra beds.

Internet. WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Pets. Pets are not allowed.

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Please note that the property does not accept reservations from local guests, from the Townsville region. Please note that the reception opening hours are as follows: Morning 09:00 - 12:30 & Afternoon 15:30 - 20:00 daily Late check-in (after 20:00) and early arrival can be arranged in advance if requested prior to 18:00 on the previous day. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Please note guests must present a valid passport or Drivers License as proof of identity.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. This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties. This property is located in a busy area so guests might experience some noise. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Reef Lodge Backpackers

What time is check-in and check-out at Reef Lodge Backpackers?

Check-in is from 3:30 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Reef Lodge Backpackers allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Reef Lodge Backpackers?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does Reef Lodge Backpackers have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Does Reef Lodge Backpackers have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Reef Lodge Backpackers have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Reef Lodge Backpackers?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Reef Lodge Backpackers?

4 Wickham Street. Townsville Queensland, Townsville.

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