Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

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

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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

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Outdoor pool
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview of Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Reviews
6.6

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870
  • Popular LocationCairns Central Shopping Centre10 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Esplanade16 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Marlin Marina3 min drive
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)7 min drive
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Room options

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Fan
Microwave
Rice cooker
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Fan
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Fan
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cairns

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is located in Parramatta Park, a neighbourhood in Cairns, and is near a train station. Cairns Marlin Marina and Reef Fleet Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cazaly's Stadium or Barlow Park.

What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 10 min walk
  • Cairns Esplanade - 16 min walk
  • Cairns Night Markets - 18 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 2 min drive
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • Food Court - Cairns Central - 9 min walk
  • KFC - 4 min walk
  • Calaveras Street - 4 min walk
  • Grand Hotel - 11 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Hostel near Cairns Esplanade
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is located close to Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Reef Fleet Terminal, and 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
  • Bike parking, a vending machine and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel have perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and printers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with fridges, microwaves and rice cookers
  • Toasters, stovetops and cookware/dishes/utensils

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 3 metres
  • 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
  • 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

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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 per cent 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 per cent

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 any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen 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 to 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?

Checkout 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 and Cairns Marlin Marina are also within 1 mile (2 km). Cairns Station is 7 minutes by foot.

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 34 reviews" "

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gøril Iren

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Susin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful, happy staff. Ill be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

greg

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stay
was a great stay a fridge in the room would have made it much better but was good anyway
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not book through lastminute as there was no accommodation and they still have not replied there is no number to call do not use this web site
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Garry, Sheffield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good value for money and the ground staff were superb
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was good, except the Room smelled as if someone urinated in the sink.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked our room, it was spacious and we have own shower in the room. Kitchen was okay and all machines worked. Staff was super kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham, Mission Beach, Qld

Travelled with partner
Close to town, great location, great staff and nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019