They were founded and run by a group of travellers who had lots of fun backpacking around the world.
Dougies Backpackers Resort is a great Port Douglas location to explore all of the Port Douglas attractions the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Atherton Tablelands.
They have been building Dougies Backpackers Resort for over 12 years and have a relaxed atmosphere, without all of the formal procedures that some hostels have.
Enjoy the happy, relaxed atmosphere, enjoy the warm tropical sunshine, read a book in a hammock or take a dip in the pool.
Located on the left-hand side on the way into town so lovely and easy to find.
Dougies Backpackers Resort is set on a couple of acres, with lush tropical gardens and close enough to wander to beautiful 4 Mile Beach or stroll down to the Port Douglas Marina to start your tour of the Great Barrier Reef
The Crew at Dougie’s aim to provide a memorable highlight of your visit to Australia, whether you stay for just a few days or get a job in town and stay for months.
Jobs in Port Douglas
If you want to stay in Port Douglas and enjoy this chic tropical village, Dougies can help you find a job in one of the many Port Douglas top class restaurants and resorts. There are lots of jobs available waitress, bartender, cook, chef, housekeeper, gardener, porter, pool cleaner, scuba diving instructor and masseuse.
Payment can be made using Visa Card or MasterCard. Please note any special requirements in the booking message
Cancellation Policy
COVID Policy
For All bookings during COVID-19.
If your booking is affected for any reasons during COVID, we will allow you to change your travel date.
If you are unsure when you will travel, your booking will be open dated with NO expiration date.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation fees are as follows
20% cancellation fee 30 days or more before departure
50% cancellation fee if within 30 days before departure
100% cancellation fee within 14 days before departures
Schedules subject to change without notice
Scuba Diving Insurance
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance policy that includes trip cancellation insurance and Evacuation & Medical cover for scuba diving.
Please be aware that not all Travel Insurance companies cover scuba diving and in-water activities. Please read the wording of your policy carefully.
Any evacuation, vessel relocation, or medical expenses are the diver's financial responsibility in a Medical Emergency. We strongly recommend the purchase of dive insurance.
Cancellation / Rescheduling Policy
We reserve the right to change vessel, dive locations, and prices without notice.
Please note we must receive at least 48 hours' notice from you when choosing to cancel or reschedule a reservation. Cancellation refunds are not given within 48 hours' notice. This includes factors beyond your control, including medical problems, airline delays, bad weather, etc.
Please refer to the Trade Practices Act 1974. Travel Insurance is highly recommended.
Please contact our office if you require any further information.
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Dougies Backpackers Resort Accommodations
4 Bed Dorm Mixed
With shared bathroom facilities, includes linen and air conditioning.
We stumbled on them while we were looking for a place to stay and as they say - some things are meant to be. When they told us the price for a room (bed, fridge, dresser) plus access to a full (like BIG) kitchen, showers, pool (yes a pool too), hanmocks and others we took it for 3 nights at $70/night. If you don't want to cook you can buy really good ready made meals at the bar (yes they're licensed too). It's a 20 min or so walk to downtown. Of the other half dozen or so we've stayed so far in Australia, this was the by far the best - if we didn't have to move on we'd likely still be there. We met Chippy a fellow about our age who got there about 10 years ago and never left!
Room Tip: You can get a private room (ours was), or for less money you can go dorm style or even share one of...
Mike Griffen
5We stumbled on them while we were looking for a place to stay and as they say - some things are meant to be. When they told us the price for a room (bed, fridge, dresser) plus access to a full (like BIG) kitchen, showers, pool (yes a pool too), hanmocks and others we took it for 3 nights at $70/night. If you don't want to cook you can buy really good ready made meals at the bar (yes they're licensed too). It's a 20 min or so walk to downtown. Of the other half dozen or so we've stayed so far in Australia, this was the by far the best - if we didn't have to move on we'd likely still be there. We met Chippy a fellow about our age who got there about 10 years ago and never left! Room Tip: You can get a private room (ours was), or for less money you can go dorm style or even share one of...