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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel in Cairns with free parking

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Outdoor pool
Printers
Exterior
Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel offers a vibrant retreat in downtown Cairns. Guests can cool off in the outdoor pool or relax on the garden terrace while using the free WiFi. The convenient location and helpful multilingual staff consistently earn praise from previous visitors.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Parking included

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Fan
Microwave
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Toaster
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Fan
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Fan
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Fan
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cairns Esplanade - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Esplanade Lagoon - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 7 min walk
  • Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪T2 Tea - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Located close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bicycle parking, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel offer thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and printers.
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and rice cookers
  • Toasters, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of AUD 100 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel
Cairns City Backpackers
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Parramatta Park
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel located?

Located in Parramatta Park, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Cazaly's Stadium and Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Cairns Esplanade is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) away. Cairns Station is 7 minutes by foot.

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