Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel

Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel

$$$$|View on mapCairns, Australia|
7.2
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Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel
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Overview

Positioned only a 6-minute stroll from Cairns Marlin Marina, Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to enjoy. The hostel is located in the heart of a business area, with the closest bus stop being Cairns, a mere 150 metres away.

Location

The nearby sports attractions include Lagoon Public Swimming Pool, 9 minutes' walk away. This hostel provides a central location only a short drive from Cairns Night Markets.

Rooms

Guests may also find free Wi-Fi in some of the air-conditioned rooms.

Eat & Drink

You can enjoy evenings in the lounge bar. A grill bar The Backyard is approximately a 5-minute stroll away. A shared kitchen with a microwave oven, a fridge, and utensils is available for those who prefer making their own meals.

Services

To ensure a fun stay, the accommodation offers various recreational opportunities and barbecue grills.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10 am
Amenities
No parking available.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hostel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:18
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Air conditioning
Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
  • Air conditioning
Bed 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Max:
    1 person
  • Bed options:
    1 Bunk bed
  • Air conditioning

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Parking

Car park

Kitchen facilities
Air conditioning
Laundry
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

TV

Television in lobby

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Computer connection

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Barbeque grills
  • Television in lobby

Room features

  • Air conditioning

Media

  • Telephone
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Essential information about Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel

💵 Lowest room price 933 INR
📏 Distance to centre 700 m
✈️ Distance to airport 6.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport Cairns, CNS

Location

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83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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83 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia, 4870
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Reviews of Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel

7.2 /10
Very good70 reviews
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  • A
    Andrew
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Sept 25
    Perfect
    9.2

    The location of this hostel is great, right in front of the esplanade with beautiful views over the waterfront. the staff at the reception are welcoming and friendly, making sure guests know where everything is. the rooms are clean and comfortable, with modern facilities such as air conditioning and ceiling fans. the hostel also has a nice communal area with a balcony, perfect for socializing and meeting other travelers.

    The kitchen and sitting areas can sometimes be unclean, which is a downside to an otherwise great hostel experience.

  • Wrote a review on Sept 23
    Nice
    6.4

    Excellent location in Cairns, at the esplanade next to the lagoon. Friendly staff.

    They said there was a free pick-up service available, but it has a lot of conditions: Only free if you stay for 3 nights or longer, you should arrange your own pick up with one special company and than you can get your money back only with a receipt. Terrible. Stayed there 3 nights, but didn't manage to get my money ($18) back. Little bit noisy at nights (but it's a real backpacker-youth-hostel). Room was definitely not clean and no clean sheets at first.

  • B
    Ben
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Sept 22
    Great
    8.0

    It's literally a short walk to cairns night markets. The beds were comfortable in our room. The setting was great here.

  • J
    John
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Sept 01
    Great
    8.8

    Great location near restaurants, bars, and lagoon. Helpful staff, clean venue, and free breakfast at reception. Perfect for socializing and enjoying food and drinks. Night markets close by with hot food and souvenirs.

  • Wrote a review on Aug 30
    Guest rating
    6.0

    good location, clean with decent facilities.

    Staff not the best. lost our booking and we needed to find alternative accommodation on the night we arrived.

  • Wrote a review on Aug 29
    Nice
    6.6

    The place is very well situated for those that are looking to make most of their time in Cairns with everything easily within walking distance. It also has a built in booking agent which seemed to have some reasonable deals going with regard to activities & excursion. With regard to cost the hotel is reasonably priced but you most definitely get what you pay for. So be aware!

    When booking there was definitely some ambiguity to the details of the hotel. Eg. 1. States that there is a free hotel transfer which there is technically but only if you stay min 3 nights & your outlay is then refunded. 2. We booked double expecting to get that however were given a twin (Bunk Beds) so might pay to call aheaded to clarify what it is that you are getting. 3. Bathrooms & amenities could do with an update or just a good clean. We originally booked 4 nights but only stayed the one as it wasn't what we expected & were able to find something more in line with our expectations. So if you're look for somewhere cheap to crash then this might be for you but in my opinion there better options available. Shop around, well worth it!

  • N
    Nicholas
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Aug 20
    Perfect
    9.4

    Amazing location, friendly staff, good kitchen, refreshing pool, excellent facilities, great atmosphere.

    Nothing at all.

  • Wrote a review on Aug 17
    Very good
    7.6

    Staffs are all nice!!!Bathrooms are clean.

    As we lived in touble bed in one room, the bed will make noise when people sit and leave. Need variety of dinner with beverage.

  • Wrote a review on Aug 17
    Guest rating
    5.2

    The location. Air conditioner in room.

    No windows in the room! 2 bathrooms upstairs, in one the toilet was out of order, in the other bathroom the shower was out of order.The paintwork on the walls was atrocious.

  • M
    Michael
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on Jun 01
    Perfect
    9.6

    Es ist in der Nähe des Kreuzfahrthafens und auch direkt am Strand. Grundsätzlich ist das Stadtzentrum gut erreichbar. Das Zimmer war groß und komfortabel mit einem schönen Balkon mit Meerblick. Das Personal im Restaurant war freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Frühstück war reichhaltig und lecker.

  • Wrote a review on May 30
    Guest rating
    5.6

    Cheape

    Nosie and kitchen not enough cooker, and the big window can't lock

  • Wrote a review on May 29
    Very good
    7.8

    Can be walk to city and export(Marlin Jetty)

  • G
    Graham
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on May 28
    Great
    8.6

    This waterfront hostel is a perfect place for a group of friends to stay. the staff is friendly and helpful, providing great tips on local attractions and tours. the lounge area offers a relaxed atmosphere with stunning views of the esplanade. the recently renovated private rooms are clean and comfortable, with modern amenities. Guests can also enjoy a well-equipped common area and kitchen to socialize with other travelers.

    Some guests had issues with noise from the common room and lack of curfew on loud movies, which may affect sleep quality.

  • Wrote a review on May 27
    Very good
    7.4

    Room ok and reasonably clean. For such a price, ($23/px for a Twin room) don't expect too much. Friendly and helpful staff, Location is super near the city center. Free meal at a restaurant 2 blocks away every night (with a minimum purchase of a soft drink for $2.5, or add $6-8 for a steak/ bbq ribs)

    Only 4 shower rooms available (as one shower was damaged and did not repair). Room has no hooks to hang our clothing/towel. The temperature and pressure of hot water is unstable. The cups and pots were missing in the early morning (the people take away the cups and pots overnight in their own room), so we can't cook in the early morning. I don't know why the staff charge me $5 to book the fnq shuttle bus for me via his internet,( I believe you call the bus company directly, can save that $5)

  • Wrote a review on May 26
    Nice
    6.2

    I made the booking on here so me and my boyfriend could have our own double room but when I arrived at the hostel, even with my confirmation email they had no record of me staying and had no double rooms so we ended up in a pokie small twin room with bunk beds. Wasn't really what we were planning!

FAQ about Cairns Waterfront Backpackers

Is there any public transport available near the 2-star Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel?
Yes, there is Cairns bus stop only a short distance from the 2-star Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel.
When is the check-in and check-out time at the hostel?
Guests of the hostel are expected to check in around 14:00 and check out till 10:00.
What is the price for a nights' stay at the property?
$11 Is the minimum rate for a one-night stay at the property.
Can we store our bags at the 2-star Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel after the checkout?
Yes, the 2-star Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel provides guests with bag storage.
Which restaurants close to this hostel come highly recommended?
Guests can have a meal at grill bar The Backyard, situated right off this hostel.
Does Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel have a kitchen?
Yes, at Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel a shared kitchen is available.
Does this property have a laundry?
Yes, there is a laundry at this property.
Can guests use the swimming pool at Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel?
Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel offers a an outdoor swimming pool for guests to relax and unwind.
Does Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel offer parking options?
Cairns Waterfront Backpackers Hostel hostel provides guests with parking.
What interesting spots can I visit near the 2-star property?
Not far from the 2-star property guests can find one of the top landmarks, Cairns Night Markets, which is accessible just 9 minutes' walk away.
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