About Us

Have you ever been to a place where you feel you have been drawn in by a magnet? Where you feel grounded, instantly at home, with family even though you don’t know anyone yet? There is definitely something special about Agnes Water and at the very heart is Cool Bananas Backpackers. Our doors have been open since 2001. We are travellers ourselves and know how important it is to find a space to connect with whilst being so far away from your own home, family and friends. Upon arrival, we greet our guests with dressed bananas, banana treats and a unique banana wristband that is not only security for the hostel but a memoir to take with you and treasure as part of your Australian journey.

Whilst sitting in our courtyard you will be encompassed with our tropical gardens and at night, during the evening sitting around the camp fire, you can gaze up any time to see the beautiful clear starry nights. If you look closely, among the gardens and courtyards you will find many interesting creatures, but you must look carefully because they do blend in!

Remember your stay with us for years to come. Our T-Shirts and Singlets are bright and comfortable. Everyone will know that you have stayed at the coolest hostel on the East Coast of Australia. Choice of either a T-shirt or Singlet style. It is a one size XL as this has been the most popular by far.

Great to wear with shorts or jeans. Guests also love to wear over their swimwear or as nightwear. So versatile, this shirt is attractive to men, women and children.

Check out our blog and gallery pages to see so many of our guests wearing this fabulous, long lasting, long wearing souvenir. See office for details.