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Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

Property class: 2

Photo gallery for Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

A swimming pool surrounded by tropical plants and a house in the background.
A cozy reading area with two sofas, a small table, and a bookshelf.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a shelf with folded towels, a potted plant, and a ladder.
A covered outdoor area with stone benches, a wooden picnic table, and a variety of tropical plants.
A room with a wooden floor, a white bench with colorful cushions, and a window with white blinds.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Explore the area

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274 Draper Street, Parramatta Park, QLD, 4870
  • Place, Cairns Central Shopping Centre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cairns, QLD (CNS-Cairns Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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

A bedroom with a bed, a white fan, a window with blinds, a sink, and a storage unit with shelves.

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double room with shower)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (Standard Double)

A small, cozy room with a single bed, a chair, a table, and a potted plant.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a shelf with folded towels, a potted plant, and a ladder.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

A single bed with a red mattress and pillow, a wooden shelf unit, a brick wall, and a window with blinds.

Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Cairns

At Cairns City Backpackers Hostel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Cairns Central Shopping Centre and Cairns Performing Arts Centre. Highlights at this hostel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Parramatta Park hostel include Cairns Esplanade and Cairns Marlin Marina.
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What's nearby

  • Cairns Central Shopping Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cairns Performing Arts Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cairns Esplanade - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cairns Night Markets - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Cairns Esplanade Lagoon - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grand Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Milk and Honey Flow Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cafe China on Mulgrave Road - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel

As a guest of Cairns City Backpackers Hostel, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Cairns hostel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Cairns City Backpackers Hostel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.
  • 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:

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

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.

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel on 2 Sept 2026 start from AU$70, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

Yep, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

The closest beach to Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is Palm Cove Beach (21.3 km).

Does Cairns City Backpackers Hostel have a pool?

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is Cairns City Backpackers Hostel family-friendly?

No, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, Cairns City Backpackers Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Cairns City Backpackers Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Cairns City Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 46 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location , easy to get around
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Veralex

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Receptionist lady Nico was courteous and accommodating. Room is clean and adequate. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Marilyn

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the room was clean, could have done with some maintenance, that staff where very nice and helpful
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Location excellent close to centre and public transport. Staff very helpful building and facilities are rather tired I enjoyed my stay and very good value for money.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

greg

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

6/10 Okay

Rylee

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The internet worked well. The kitchen was somewhat equipped, some things were missing or broken and the fridge was completely full with old residents food so there was barely any room to put anything. The place was fine and mostly clean until people are gross and shave their beard over the sink and leave hair everywhere, don’t be that person. My recommendation if you plan to cook is to buy a sponge, containers, and an all purpose seasoning. The only seasonings in the kitchen were seasonings people left behind, salt, and vegetable oil
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lauri

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok but nothing more

Room was ok, bed wasn't so good and the room was full of ants though. Beware of ants! They will find they way to the sweet things, even you haven't open the bag yet. It wasn't nice we you wanted to eat your gigner candy, but find out all of the ants. Kitchen was dirty all the time and people didn't wash their dishes. Suhar jar was full of ants about tree days... VERY NOISY at night because people are drinking and no one is not telling them to be quite. Reception wasn't open all the time, not good. Older man was cleaning outside and use the same brush on ground and tables aswell (where you eat!), gross...
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Juliana

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Razoável, o quarto em si era bom, mas esquentava muito durante o dia e o ar era daqueles antigos e não dava conta durante o dia. O hostel em si é muito bem localizado, mas tinha muita barata, ainda mais na cozinha. Os banheiros também não era dos mais limpos, mas tudo ok
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Garry

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Close to town, great location, great staff and nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cairns city backpackers was the most welcomed and comfortable I felt in any backpackers in cairns. One of the guys who works there, Tripp, was so welcoming, helpful and knowledgeable about the area and overall a great guy to chat to. With two shared kitchens and plenty of shared bathrooms and shower rooms dotted around, I never found myself waiting to grab a shower or use kitchen facilities. Met the loveliest travellers here too and have lots of fond memories playing board games and having a few beers with other travelling folk. Would come back in a heartbeat. Five minute walk into town, 15 minute walk to esplanade and lovely lagoon swimming area. Also check out down under pool bar for great beer, free pool and a good laugh.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and city. Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms were clean. Shared toilet was always clean. I have stayed here twice the communal areas (tv room, kitchen, laundry, outside area) cleanliness all depends on the backpackers there at the time
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Atmosphere great. Property cleaned every morning great. Loved the rooms and access to amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Rocky

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ok but needs some entertainment like a tv ot some sort of games room eg pool table
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anni

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The pool is very small, but clean. We had a double room which had just a bed in it. The room was hot, dirty and we were glad moving out again. Staff is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shih Ya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
便宜又物超所值，不過空調要另外付費
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hostel was in desperate need of repair.I could not recommend this hostel to anyone
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

shanda

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

get what you pay for

we enjoyed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hostel, close to town excellent price clean kitchen and showers lots of nice places to sit outside
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

francesca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

L'asl non si avvicinerebbe nemmeno

Se fosse tenuto bene sarebbe un alloggio bellissimo, peccato per le tarme sul bancone della reception. Insetti che ti invadono i mobili e girano sul letto, in altre camere presenza di scarafaggi di 6cm (dei piccoli mostri che ti girano intorno) i bagni e le docce sono sporchi e lo stesso vale per la cucina (si salvano solo gli utensili perché i ragazzi li lavano col DETERSIVO). Possibilità di lavare i panni per 4 dollari, ottima cosa. Internet gratis, piscina dove ti prendi tutte le malattie possibili e giardino. Ho usato mezzo flacone di ammoniaca pura per pulire la camera dagli insetti e il bagno dallo schifo..dopo ciò si può dormire. Prezzo ottimo per lo scarso servizio che offre. Siamo sopravvissuti :D
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Staff and other guests were friendly. Unfortunately the blind did not fully cover the window and there was no curtain, so it was not possible to shut out the outside light. It was not possible either to shut out the noise of the air conditioning unit from the building next door. Overall though, value for money.