If you're going to Airlie and/or Hervey Bay I would really recommend that you stay at Beaches. They are probably one of the best hostels around -really friendly staff, so helpful, v.relaxed atmosphere and you can also get accommodation as part of a package deal if you want to go to Fraser Island, do a Whitsundays sailing holiday etc. The hostel in Airlie is fun as it has a great bar and is certainly a good place to party! So is the one in Hervey Bay actually - the tables are set up for dancing on!! Good cheap food and great service. I can say all this as I an agent and have seen some of the other places too. If you're in Sydney and want to find out more info about travel, accommodation, immigration advice and staying on in Australia to study, come to the Hub Information Centre for Backpackers and Students located at 841 George St, ground floor. Tel: (02) 8217 9619 or email at
info@thehubcentre.com.au
Cheers