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Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

1.0 star property
Adults-only Cairns hostel in Cairns Central Business District with 24-hour front desk

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Reception
Exterior
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Reviews
5.4

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar
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  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Map
83 The Esplanade, Cairns, QLD, 4870
  • Popular LocationCairns Esplanade1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Marlin Marina7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCairns Central Shopping Centre12 min walk
  • AirportCairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)7 min drive

Room options

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Double Room (Shared Bathroom Facilities)

Double Room (Shared Bathroom Facilities)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Shared Dormitory (6 bed with ensuite)

Shared Dormitory (6 bed with ensuite)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Twin Room (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)

Shared Dormitory, Women only (6 bed with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (6 bed with shared bathroom)

In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (6 bed with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory (2 bed with shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Microwave
Stovetop
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Cairns

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel places you steps from Cairns Esplanade and within a 10-minute stroll of Cairns Marlin Marina. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this Cairns Central Business District hostel include Reef Fleet Terminal and Cairns Central Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Esplanade - 1 min walk
  • Cairns Night Markets - 4 min walk
  • Cairns Marlin Marina - 7 min walk
  • Reef Fleet Terminal - 7 min walk
  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Cairns Station - 13 min walk
  • Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flynn's Italian by Crystalbrook - 1 min walk
  • Grill'd - 1 min walk
  • The Courtyard - 1 min walk
  • Pho Street Cairns - 4 min walk
  • Rattle N Hum - 1 min walk

About this property

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel

Adults-only Cairns hostel in Cairns Central Business District with 24-hour front desk
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available on request) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and shared/communal kitchens. This Cairns hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: AUD 50.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: AUD 15 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Waterfront Backpackers Hostel Cairns
Waterfront Backpackers Hostel
Waterfront Backpackers Cairns
Waterfront Backpackers
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Cairns
Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

The closest beach to Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is Palm Cove Beach (21.3 km).

Does Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel have a pool?

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel has an outdoor pool.

Is Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel family-friendly?

No, Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Waterfront Backpackers - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 42 reviews" "

5.4/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

3.4/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

D, Melbourne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Filthy. Bed had sand on it. Floors had weird stains. Air con locked out during peak heat times. Noisy. No lock on bathroom door leading directly from kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

4/10 Poor

.

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room doesn't have enough outlets. Unclean and old hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Go for it
Great location. Chill spot to enjoy cairns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The showers are crap. And the toilets aren’t really clean. But for a few nights only and for that price it’s completely alright to stay there and the nightmarket is underneath the hostel. It’s not noisy in there and the fridges have small lockers for every person, so no one can steal food from you. It’s not too bad, but nothing I would like to stay in for a month
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Solo backpacker
Quiet place. Thursday nights are the best time to come.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shady place wouldn’t stay again
This place had a funky smell very small. No towels. Shared washroom was very hot a not clean. The toilet paper was the cheapest kind. This is my first and last time in this hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Tara, QLD Australua

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I asked to leave small suitcase before chack in, but there was no stuff and everytime when I require assistance, he wasnt really friendly. But tour desk stuffs were always friendly and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location but pretty shoddy conditions
It was a hostel so was never going to be amazing. The staff were friendly but the hygiene was poor. Pretty dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hostel is right next to a major construction site. It is dark and drab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018